B Rabbit
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Thanks, I will look into them!
In the meantime if you have a Scott Spark you are interested in selling please contact me.
Regards,
Ben
2012 Scott Spark 29er
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In the meantime if you have a Scott Spark you are interested in selling please contact me.
Regards,
Ben
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Thats hot!!Thought i'd post this up given the popularity of Sparks in this part of the world..
http://terrengsykkel.no/index.php?id=3663
http://www.mtb-forum.it/scott-spark-2012/
I must admit that i'm generally a little sceptical of bike reviews from bigger websites, preferring to trust smaller guys whose opinion I respect instead (e.g. twentynineinches.com). But, i came across a review of the Spark 29 RC which was pretty scathing - I guess there is still a degree of independence left!
http://www.bikeradar.com/mtb/gear/category/bikes/mountain/product/review-scott-spark-29-rc-12-46191
Very harsh (no pun intended) regarding the rear shock and lower linkage position. Has anyone bought one of the RCs here? I've seen a few of the lower models.. does this gel with your opinion?
http://www.bikeradar.com/mtb/gear/category/bikes/mountain/product/review-scott-spark-29-rc-12-46191
Very harsh (no pun intended) regarding the rear shock and lower linkage position. Has anyone bought one of the RCs here? I've seen a few of the lower models.. does this gel with your opinion?
Rode one of these out at Gap Creek the other week, set up perfectly for my weight.
Can't say i liked it, the bike felt extremely numb and soft, even in the 70mm mode (whatever it's called).
It also felt like it was robbing all my energy on the uphills.
I rode the HT straight after, had a ball!
Can't say i liked it, the bike felt extremely numb and soft, even in the 70mm mode (whatever it's called).
It also felt like it was robbing all my energy on the uphills.
I rode the HT straight after, had a ball!
I was super keen on one of these as I like the idea of the twin lock out and reduced travel mode. I'm having second thoughts now after that review and trying to work out my options. I currently have a 29er HT but after three 100km races in a row I'm now looking for a 29er dually.
Lukespook
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I've had a Scott Spark 29er for many months now and had no real issues with its suspension performance - feels efficient on the trail.
Mine is the base model with the X-fusion shock and no twinlock.
I don't think the DT Swiss nude shock which is on the higher end models works as well.
I do think a Fox RP23 shock would work well on the Spark.
For me, the Spark is a light, agile, solid and plenty fast bike.
:encouragement:
Mine is the base model with the X-fusion shock and no twinlock.
I don't think the DT Swiss nude shock which is on the higher end models works as well.
I do think a Fox RP23 shock would work well on the Spark.
For me, the Spark is a light, agile, solid and plenty fast bike.
:encouragement:
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I've had a few of the previous 26" Scott Sparks, with the Scott Nude shock. That shock made the bike, and I loved it for marathons and stage races. I didn't like the specific DT maintenance that was required though. Stopping 3 times in the CristAlp to use a shock pump at tech services wasn't ideal. But getting a specialist shock service in Europe in summer when you're never really standing still just doesn't happen.
So I went for a 29er HT until the past week, on a Scale 29 Premium (HMX frame). Croc, Cape Epic, Fling, Otway - all good. Kind of harsh at the Cape Epic to be honest. But it was light and agile.
A couple of cracks ended that, so I've picked up a Spark 29 Expert and moved most parts over.
So far it's ok, I'm using it out at the ICME at Alice Springs. The mid range DT shock doesn't feel harsh in the stroke or anything, but I miss being able to ramp up the compression. I'm going to try a RP23 (custom tuned) once back home. Previously, I didn't like those as they lack the full lock out.
The Spark is a basic suspension design, without tricky linkages. I've been happy with it before, so time will tell. I've been stoked with the climbing traction, I just need to find more traction and confidence the rest of the time after too much time on the road recently!
So I went for a 29er HT until the past week, on a Scale 29 Premium (HMX frame). Croc, Cape Epic, Fling, Otway - all good. Kind of harsh at the Cape Epic to be honest. But it was light and agile.
A couple of cracks ended that, so I've picked up a Spark 29 Expert and moved most parts over.
So far it's ok, I'm using it out at the ICME at Alice Springs. The mid range DT shock doesn't feel harsh in the stroke or anything, but I miss being able to ramp up the compression. I'm going to try a RP23 (custom tuned) once back home. Previously, I didn't like those as they lack the full lock out.
The Spark is a basic suspension design, without tricky linkages. I've been happy with it before, so time will tell. I've been stoked with the climbing traction, I just need to find more traction and confidence the rest of the time after too much time on the road recently!
Lukespook
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So I finally got the Fox RP23 off to Fox HQ (Sola Sport) and into the hands of their suspension tuner. Basically, I wanted something which was going to be pretty similar to the Terralogic valving in my Fox Fork.Look forward to your opinion when you try the RP23.
Simon put a big air can on the shock, and set it up so it has quite a firm pro pedal platform in the higher compression dampening setting. The open setting still requires a bit of a hit to get it open beyond a short amount of stroke, but once that is open it keeps on moving, with quite a good rising rate.
I've had about 8 hrs on it now, and really enjoy it. It pedals really well, and is offering the versatility I wanted. Changing to a non-bar mounted adjustment did take a little bit of practice, but is becoming second nature. I did mount the shock 'upside down' to aid bottle/switch clearance.
PM me if you want anymore details - but so far, I like it!
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The main differences are in the level of pro pedal compared to standard, and a 'platform' in the open position that allows for small bump compliance but requires a bigger hit to open up.
The shock was tuned with my bike and preferences in mind. Driveway testing showed little (there's a surprise!) but off road it was great. More riding required, obviously!
The shock was tuned with my bike and preferences in mind. Driveway testing showed little (there's a surprise!) but off road it was great. More riding required, obviously!