Marathon bikes for around 4000 euros: The Scott Addict 30 on test

The Addict has the same model name as the new lightweight racer from Scott. Visually, there is also a risk of confusion with the bike ridden by Q36.5 pro Tom Pidcock. The differences become clearer on the road and in the TOUR lab. The Addict 30 presents itself as a typical representative for long distances. Thanks to the long wheelbase and a lot of fork travel, the Scott rides smoothly and forgives jerky steering impulses. Although the frame geometry is comparatively sporty for an endurance road bike, long tours can still be enjoyed without any worries. The good suspension comfort of the round aluminium seat post with long extension also contributes to this.

The front is not quite as supple on bumpy roads. However, the standard version should handle bumps a little better, as Scott regularly lists the bike with clamped carbon handlebars. On the test bike, which poaches in the territory of all-road bikes suitable for dirt tracks thanks to a tyre clearance of 35 millimetres, a thin steering centre made of aluminium was clamped. As the brake lines are partially integrated under the stem into the head tube, the Scott makes maintenance easier.

Scott Addict 30: All in all, superior

Overall, the bike feels confident. In terms of the combined stiffness values of the frame and fork, the Addict is among the best material, and the bottom bracket stiffness also leaves no room for criticism. Heavier riders in particular will appreciate this. The fact that the bike is fitted with carbon wheels is pleasing for the buyer - not a matter of course in the 4000 euro class. Comparably equipped bikes from the competition cost at least 200 euros more. However, as the carbon rims from Syncros' own brand are relatively heavy, the Addict cannot benefit much on the scales.

Nevertheless, at just over eight kilograms, the racer has a reasonable grip on the throttle, and the mountain-ready gearing helps on steep terrain. The Addict 30, which can be retrofitted with fixed mudguards, takes the place of the mid-range model. The more expensive equipment variants come with a fully integrated cockpit, among other things, and the price jump is significant at at least 1200 euros. Under the Speedster model series, the Swiss company offers an inexpensive counterpart with an aluminium frame (999 to 1799 euros).

Scott Addict 30: Info & test grade

• Price: 3799 Euro >> available here
• Weight of complete wheel: 8.2 kilos
• Frame sizes: XXS, XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL (test size greased)
• TOUR grade: 2,0

Geometry

• Seat/top/head tube: 498/555/146 millimetres
• Stack/Reach/STR: 587/379 millimetres/1.55
• Stack+/Reach+/STR+: 644/587 millimetres/1.10
• Wheelbase/caster: 1010/66 millimetres

Equipment

• Drive/gear shift: Shimano 105 Di2 (2x12; 50/34, 11-34 t.) | Shimano 105 Di2 (2x12; 50/34, 11-34 t.) Grade: 1.0 (5 % share of the overall grade)
• Brakes: Shimano 105 (160/160) | Grade: 1.5 (5 % share of the overall grade)
• Tyres: Schwalbe One 32 mm (eff.: 32 mm)| Grade: 1.5 (5 % share of the overall grade)
• Impellers: Syncros Capital 1.0 35
• Impeller weights: 1305/1805 grams (front/rear)

Measured values

• Weight of complete wheel: 8150 grammes | Grade: 3.3 (25 % share of the overall grade)
• Rear comfort: 126 N/mm | Grade: 2.0 (20 % share of the overall grade)
• Comfort front: 90 N/mm | Grade: 2.7 (10 % share of the overall grade)
• Front stiffness: 9.1 N/mm | Grade: 1.0 (10 % share of the overall grade)
• Bottom bracket stiffness: 63 N/mm | Grade: 1.0 (10 % share of the overall grade)
• Lacquer: Grade: 1.0 (5 % share of the overall grade)
• Maintenance/adjustment: Grade: 1.0 (5 % share of the overall grade)

Advantages and disadvantages of the Scott Addict 30

• Plus: Extremely stable ride, easy to maintain
• Minus: Relatively heavy carbon rims

All 12 bikes in the comparison test

• Canyon Endurace CF SLX 7 Di2
• Cervélo Caledonia 105 Di2
• Cube Agree C:62 SLX
• Focus Paralane 8.8 >> available here
• Giant Daffy Advanced 0 >> available here
• Koga Roqa Premium >> available here
• Merida Scultura Endurance Rival Edition
• Rose Reveal 04 105 Di2 >> available here
• Scott Addict 30 >> available here
• Stevens Izoard Pro
• Storck Fascenario.3 Comp
• Veto B983

>> We have compiled all the information about our test here.