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Scott Sportster 55 Bike - 2011

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The Scott Sportster 55 bike offers a sporty, comfortable platform and powerful disc brakes for effective handling and plenty of speed wherever your two-wheeled travels take you.

Aluminum frame is lightweight yet sturdy enough to tackle rough urban environs or pleasant rides in the countryside
SR Suntour NEX 4110 suspension fork provides 63mm of travel to soften out bumps and jolts
Shimano 48/38/28 crankset is paired with an Acera rear derailleur and a 11-32 cassette for 24 fantastic gear choices for almost any terrain
Shimano mechanical disc brakes deliver controlled deceleration and stops
Large 700c wheels with plush, semislick tires cruise along easily for a swift, sporty ride
Flat handlebar creates a comfortable, upright riding position
Outfit your Sportster 55 with fenders and a rack (sold separately)
The Scott Sportster 55 bike specs are subject to change

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Scott Sportster 55 Bike - 2011 Customer Reviews

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Scott Sportster 55 Bike - 2011

4.3

(based on 4 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Great components (4)
Handles well (4)
Attractive (3)

Cons

Best Uses

Commuting (4)

- Was this a gift?:
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Mar

2011

(9 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Duel Sport-ish!

By AttackAttack

from Middle of Nowhere, Nevada

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Attractive Design
Great Components
Handles Well
Just plain cool

Cons

White grips

Best Uses

Commuting
Mountain Biking
Road Biking

Comments about Scott Sportster 55 Bike - 2011:

I spent a significant amount of time comparing bikes, brands, models, and so on before finally deciding on this bike- and I'm very happy with my choice. Although the vast majority of my riding is on the road, I live in prime mountain biking country and still wanted to be able to hit the dirt once in a while- not to mention most of the paved roads around here are covered in sand and gravel anyways. This bike is a great combination of both worlds. It rides like a road bike- smooth, fast, and quiet- yet has the comfort and cool factor of a mountain bike.

As far as handling I'd say that this bike is probably 75% road and 25% dirt which, again, was exactly what I was looking for. While touring on the asphalt I feel like I'm on a road bike, with the exception of the flat bar and controls. In the dirt it feels like it should be a little more unstable than it is because of the narrow tires, but it actually handles pretty well. I don't think I would feel comfortable on any single track or huge downhill- but let's face it- the bike wan't intended for that in the first place.

Although the white seat and grips have quickly soiled, the construction of this bike is sound, the components are quality, and the bike is just plain stylish. I had not actually seen the bike (in person) before I picked it up, and I must say that I was taken back by the sheer sexiness. Scott has done an excellent job filling a niche in our sport. Well done.

Jan

2011

(4 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

My first commuter bike

By Alex Jarmer

from Portland OR

About Me Commuter

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Pros

Attractive Design
Durable
Great Components
Handles Well
Lightweight

Cons

Horrible seat comfort

Best Uses

Commuting

Comments about Scott Sportster 55 Bike - 2011:

So far this bike has been good. The only complaint I have is that the seat is terribly uncomfortable. I will be replacing it.

Aug

2011

5.0

Awesome best bang for the buck ride!

By Josh the Cyclist

from Las Vegas, NV

About Me Avid Cyclist

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Pros

Comfortable
Great Components
Handles Well

Cons

Best Uses

Commuting

Comments about Scott Sportster 55 Bike - 2011:

I had an Iron Horse Full Suspension, Specialized FSR XC, a Trek 1000, a Specialized Secteur, but not one of them could beat the smoothness of the ride and gearing of this bike. It just runs like butter. For a dual sport hybrid under $600, it is the best bang for the buck.

May

2011

4.0

Good all around bike

By The Outdoor Fashionista

from Arlington Heights, IL

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Attractive Design
Great Components
Handles Well
Lightweight

Cons

Non-lockable fork

Best Uses

Commuting
Road Biking

Comments about Scott Sportster 55 Bike - 2011:

Primary use is recreational on paved roads (suburb of Chicago sidewalks and roads) and gravel paths in Forest Preserve parks. Overall, I tried several bikes and this is a good "hybrid" or all-around bike, which is what I was looking for. I knew I wasn't going to be carving roads or trails but needed something for a little of everything. Overall, it handles dynamically (maybe too dynamic), it's quick, reasonable light granted it has a fork, and seems durable so far. The color scheme is attractive and sporty. My main gripe is cosmetic - use of white grips and saddle that soil easily. The tires are OK - I'd prefer something more like the Conti Double Cross or something more toward road with some grip, but these came with Kendas which are OK. The other gripe is that it doesn't have a lockable fork. For the price you pay and the nature of the bike, the fork should be lockable. It's adjustable though. If you're looking for a mountain bike, buy a mtn bike; similarly, if you are looking for a road bike, go for a road bike. BUT if you are looking for a slight mix of both without going hardcore, then this is a great choice!