2019 Scott Spark - 100mm 29er full carbon xc rocket

Really on the fence about selling this as it's absolutely incredible. It's been my "best" sunny/dusty day only XC bike since I bought it new in May 2020. But I've barely used it this year due to being away with work so much during the best of the weather this spring/summer.

It's a 2019 Scott Spark RC 900 Pro. Scott's top tier carbon xc race frame in it's day. Medium size. Original spec, geometry etc can be found here:

https://99spokes.com/en-GB/bikes/scott/2019/spark-rc-900-pro

I've made a few upgrades/changes from the standard spec.

The wheels are Hope XC wheels that have probably done about 500 more miles than the rest of the bike as I had them for a short time before I got the spark. They use their Pro4 hubs and their own "Tech XC" rims. The freehub is microspline. Tyres are WTB Riddlers 2.35 TCS Light set up tubeless.
The groupset is XTR, except the brakes which are XT. I've changed the cassette which is now SLX. The chainset is a carbon RaceFace Next SL.

1530 miles in total and all in summer/dry conditions. Condition is very good, with a few scuffs here and there as detailed below:

The seat post also has some rub marks from my Apidura bag where I did a 4 day xc tour on it. A bit of heal rub on the drive side chain stay, a bit of stubborn tyre sealant where I had a rear puncture once, the odd scuff here and there and a bit of dust in hard to reach places, but no dings or dents. It's never been crashed. The cranks have taken a couple of rock strikes at some point. There's a thick "helicopter tape" that covers the crank arms which has taken the brunt of the impacts, so it looks worse than it is. The cranks themselves are not structurally damaged.

It doesn't detract from what is a stunning bike though that is mechanically fantastic and one I absolutely love riding. Gears, suspension, brakes etc all work like a dream. Obviously is a very rapid and effective xc race bike (see Nino) but it's more versatile than just that. Yes, it's fast, but it's also great for all day epics where the 3 position lockout system really comes into it's own. But it's also surprisingly capable on technical terrain. A dropper would make it even more capable.

The 2 stage lockout lever that does both the fork and suspension simultaneously is the greatest invention on any bike (IMO) and make this so versatile. It balances both ends so well and feels great in all 3 settings. The lockout/firm suspension/fully open settings are great for the longer rides as there's always a perfect setting for whatever terrain you're on. The fork stanchions and shock are unmarked.

I have all the "bumpf" it came with including the stem specific garmin/wahoo mount and the adapter for the remote lockout lever if you want to use different grips (I used my own grips btw so these Scott ones are hardly used).

No saddle included as you can see in the pics and I'd prefer to keep the seat post too, although I could fit an alternative alloy post and a fairly basic saddle if you needed to ride it away :)

Just seeing if there's much interest in this, would definitely rather keep it than let it go for any less than £2k. Don't have a bike box for postage, so collection from Maidstone, or could possibly deliver somewhere in the SE. DM me to discuss if interested. Thanks.

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Image added with saddle for illustration so you can better visualise what it looks like complete. All be it an image with different wheels fitted.

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Can replace the handlebars with some 730mm wider Renthal Fatbar Lite carbon risers if people want something a little wider/more on trend?

Amazing bike - agree with the Scott TwinLoc, great lockout.
If it comes down to a split I’d be interested in the frame alone.
I’d hope not though as £2kish is a bargain for this.

Rad. Strong Schurter vibes

Wow bargain indeed . Just my kinda bike as an old school xc racer . Bit small though :)

Oof, interested.
It’s been a while since I’ve bought a bike from you, think it might’ve been the Gary Fisher a decade ago.
Lemme have a ponder

Thanks for the nice comments all.

Consider this sold now pending collection.

For those MTB fans who are looking at this, I have some Hope Fortus 35 boost wheels I'll be listing shortly. Set up tubeless with WTB Ranger tyres, 650x3.0" front and 650x2.8" rear. Shimano Microspline freehub.

Ta, Damian

Can't believe I missed a @yetidamo bargain. I was after this type of ride as well.

Ah sorry Sam. It's with its new handler now. I was very sad to see it go.

How much did this go for in the end? If under £2k that’s a ridiculous bargain for what looks to be a fantastic bike & spec

Thanks. Yes a shade under the £2k in the end as the rear wheel had a bit of a buckle that I'd forgotten about so felt it only right to knock a little off.

Back up for sale after a decent amount, but not enough usage. Same spec as sold. Still fantastic.
Will service it before you come pick it up just to make sure it’s all ok. No saddle, no pedals.
£1750

Also have a dropper (axs) which could go with it for £2100, but isn’t currently in situ.

Balls
Just missed out on this last time around. Spent ages getting around to building something else. Finally did a week ago. Now this pops back up.
Oh well, glws. Great bike for someone with better timing than me

@biarittz ?