Scott is taking gravel riding to the next level: The new Addict Gravel offers up to 57 millimeters of tire clearance, making it compatible with 2.2-inch MTB tires. It comes standard with 50-millimeter tires. At the same time, the new gravel bike is said to be significantly more comfortable than its predecessor.

To achieve this, Scott has extensively redesigned the carbon frame. A slimmer seat tube section, lowered seat stays, and a modified top tube increase the rear triangle’s compliance by 60 percent, according to Scott. The front end is also said to offer 30 percent more compliance thanks to a new fork design. Despite these added capabilities, the Addict Gravel remains a lightweight: The top-of-the-line model with an HMX carbon frame is said to weigh 7.8 kilograms. The HMX frame itself weighs just 794 grams. Two carbon variants—HMX and HMF—are available.

Scott also prioritizes integration when it comes to features: The frame includes storage space for repair kits, an integrated tool, and a tubeless kit. Bottle cages can also be mounted on the fork legs. Added to this is a specially developed gravel cockpit. With these features, Scott positions the Addict Gravel significantly closer to all-road and light MTB use than before—without compromising on its commitment to low weight.

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