The new Scott bike will not be officially unveiled until June 19, 2016, so we will have to wait until then for official information. Nevertheless, there are already some visible and not directly visible changes. The frame is said to be around 150 grams lighter than the previous model, but how this weight saving is achieved is still a secret. Scott did not want to reveal whether it is a new carbon alloy or a new processing method. The seat stays are kept extremely thin, but can easily withstand a power sprint, such as the one in Albstadt between Schurter and Absalon. The geometry of the frame has also been slightly modified and adapted, but more precise details are not yet available. The internal cable routing on the Spark is also new. The high front and the still negative stem on Nino Schurter's bike are striking. Nino Schurter officially continues to ride 27.5-inch wheels. However, in a direct comparison with Julien Absalon's 29er, the larger wheels don't build up too much more...

New, lighter Dugast tubeless tires

The DT rims and the new Dugast tires are also responsible for the higher build. These also save 55 grams compared to the previous model. The tubeless tire manufacturer has dispensed with the inner tube on its latest Ori model, meaning that the Ori model only has the cotton outer casing.

In addition to the "Scale" hardtail, a new "Spark" full suspension will also be unveiled in the next few weeks or days - who knows which bike Schurter will be riding on the rough course in La Bresse. Unfortunately, more detailed information is not yet available. The new Scott models will be put under the microscope in a test report in Ride magazine directly after the launch on June 19.