This bike made Nino Schurter world champion in 2021. They made history, because never before had a cross-country world championship been won with a fully with 120 mm suspension travel. The integrated damper and the Twin-Loc lever for locking the chassis make the Scott the most innovative bike on the market. The weight of a bike is a central factor for riding pleasure on any kind of terrain. With 11,6 kg, the Downcountry-Bike von Scott is one of the lightest Downcountry-Bike on the market, which makes for great riding on singletrails. We have checked all geometry measures and come to the following conclusion: the Scott SPARK RC TEAM ISSUE is a very balanced customer. If you want to get ahead efficiently and quickly, you will welcome the sporty riding position. One thing shouldn't be underestimated: In the uphill, the Scott with its overall sporty orientation makes it really hard for on long tours with lots of trails competitors to catch up. A nice warranty promises sustainability. With 5 years warranty Scott sets the bar high! Caution when selecting the size: the Carbon frame sizing runs big.