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Since looking for a viable option for cross training for motorcycling, I started looking for a great bicycle that would be ideal for longer rides.  Having spent a bit of time on the Kestrel that we purchased a few months ago, I came to the realization that this was likely to be something I would end up doing on a fairly regular basis. Due to this, I had decided that I wanted a bicycle with a full carbon fiber frame and at least Ultegra level components all over.  The carbon fiber frame was to allow me to be able to endure the rougher road conditions and the longer rides that I was wanting to participate in.  The higher end Ultegra component set boils down to being lighter weight and smoother shifting.  On a shorter, 20 mile ride or so, this wouldn't come into play.  However, when you're talking about a ride of 50 miles or more, these smaller things are what make all of the difference in the world.

 

I had ridden a friends 2007 Scott CR-1 (Size M, or 53) a month or so earlier.  Apparently a lot of people had issues with the previous generation frame on this model CR-1.  They complained about it being incredibly stiff, but loved the fact that they could put power down like crazy.  After riding his for about 35 miles or so on pretty darn smooth surfaces, I could absolutely see where they were coming from. Shortly there after, we ended up heading on over to Sun & Ski Sports and giving a few of the new 2010 redesigned frames a test ride.  Even though it had been a few weeks, I could tell that there was a pretty big difference.  This new frame was instantly more compliant.  It absorbed the expansion joints in the parking lot with ease, it still allowed me to put down power when needed, and after about 20 minutes in the parking lot, I felt like I would be able to put quite a few miles on the road with this bike under me.  We decided to jump on it.  The guys at Sun & Ski were great.  They worked an awesome deal for us and had the bike on its way.  They even offered to swap out the crank to a 172.5mm length, free of charge.  That's a pretty nice perk!

 

Here's a listing of the specs for this bike, because if you're like me, a pretty picture is only worth so much, I want to know the hard numbers!

 

Weight	7.50 kg / 16.52 lbs
Frame	Scott new CR-1 HMF NET IMP Carbon Technology Road Comfort geometry Standard BB
Fork	Scott new CR-1 HMF NET 1 1/8" Carbon steerer Integrated Carbon Dropout
Headset	Ritchey Pro integrated
Derailleur (Rear)	Shimano Ultegra RD-6700 20 Speed
Derailleur (Front)	Shimano Ultegra FD-6700
Shifters	Shimano Ultegra ST-6700 Dual control 20 speed
Brakes	Shimano Ultegra BR-6700 Super SLR Dual Pivot
Crankset	Shimano Ultegra Compact FC-6750 Hollowtech II 50 x 34 T
BB-Set	Shimano Ultegra
Handlebar	Scott Road Drop Contessa 31.8 mm Lady Anatomic
H-Stem	Scott Contessa Road OS 1 1/8" - 31.8 mm
Seatpost	Alloy 31.6mm w/o offset
Seat	Fizik Vitesse HP
Hub (Front & Rear)	Shimano WH-6700
Chain	Shimano Ultegra CN-6700
Cassette	Shimano CS-6700 10 speed 11-28 T
Spokes	Shimano WH-6700
Rims	Shimano WH-6700 16 Front / 20 Rear
Tires	Continental Ultra Race 700 x 23 C

 

Here's a bit of detail on the frame redesign per the Scott website:

 

SDS: Shock Damping System

Minimizes high frequency vibration from the road, enabling a damping effect without losing performance.  Scott has engineered a balance of vertical compliance and lateral stiffness in both the rear triangle and the fork.

• Vertical compliance is a measure of how smoothly a bike rides.  By maximizing vertical compliance, SDS cancels road vibrations, increasing rider confidence, stability and comfort.
• Lateral stiffness correlates to responsiveness during sprinting, acceleration, and climbing.

 

S-Bend Construction

Each tube profile is designed to absorb both abrupt and high frequency vertical input with no compromise in lateral stiffness.  We've created an original tube shape that allows controlled deformation in the rear triangle called an S-bend.  The SDS rear stays enable this S-bend deformation via unique tube structure, thickness, and shape in specific sections of the chain stays, seat stays and fork.

 

Carbon Fork featuring SDS

The new 330 gram (.72 lb) CR-1 fork has an improved shape and carbon dropouts.  Now featuring SDS, the CR-1 fork provides maximum comfort without compromising steering control.  It is lightweight and very stable, providing the utmost performance whether climbing or descending.

 

Design and Shape

The overall frame design combines fluidity with the mechanical concept.  Smooth continuous lines extend from the head tube along the top tube.  Each portion of the frame and fork was designed in unison to create an esthetic that is both functional and visually appealing.

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