Beautiful Bicycle: SCOTT Spark RC SL Features Ice-Cold Aesthetics, Ruthless Speed

Here in Salt Lake City, a recent snap of cold, rainy weather has been a stark reminder: summer fades, autumn will be here in no time, and winter is coming.

Ski season and pumpkin spice lattes aside, it's not all bad news, of course. Temperatures become more ride friendly, mother nature puts on a fireworks show, and dusty, blown out trails start to show their better half, in the form of hero dirt.

In the spirit of embracing the seasons, including winter, our latest Beautiful Bicycle--the highest possible build from SCOTT, known as the Spark RC SL--conjures an ice-cold, glacial aesthetic, along with a stone cold killer racing pedigree. With titanium eeWings cranks from Cane Creek, RockShox Flight Attendant suspension, and World Cup DNA, this bike is as beautiful and ruthless as the season ahead.

Frame & Paint Job: A Light, Fast, Stone Cold Killer

The Spark RC SL is SCOTT's lightest full-suspension mountain bike, built with their premium HMX SL carbon layup. This particular version turns heads with a metallic, electric-blue finish that shifts in the light, accented by icy silver details. Sleek, sharp, and unmistakably modern, the frame design integrates SCOTT's internal shock system for a clean look and excellent rear shock protection, delivering both aesthetics and performance in one package.

Drivetrain & Cranks: SRAM Precision, Titanium Durability

For the cross-country category, SRAM's XX SL Eagle AXS Transmission has come to define precise, light weight, and reliable shifting. But the real statement piece on this rig is the Cane Creek eeWings crankset. Crafted from titanium, eeWings are as light as carbon cranks yet offer unmatched durability, stiffness, and power transfer. Their gray and teal finish echo the wintry palette of this Spark, while the SRAM XX SL Eagle T-Type chainring adds sculpted detail and mechanical efficiency. Together, they set this build apart as both beautiful and brutally effective.

Suspension: High IQ (via Flight Attendant), Low Maintenance

As Journal readers have learned from our prior posts on the topic, RockShox's Flight Attendant system takes suspension performance into the future. Both the SID Ultimate fork and SIDLuxe rear shock adjust automatically in real time, analyzing terrain, rider input, and pedaling force to deliver the perfect setup on the fly, without rider intervention. The result is a Spark that climbs with efficiency and descends with confidence, always tuned for maximum speed without hesitation.

Wheels & Tires: Stiff, Fast, and Grippy

The Syncros Silverton SL wheelset is a one-piece carbon system where hub, spokes, and rim are molded together. This design minimizes weight while maximizing stiffness for razor-sharp handling. Propped with Vittoria Mezcal XC Race 2.4 tires, the setup provides fast rolling efficiency, dependable grip, and control that matches the same ruthless intent of the frame and drivetrain.

Cockpit & Finishing Kit: Integrated Precision

Up front, the Syncros Fraser iC SL WC cockpit combines bar and stem into one seamless piece of carbon, cutting weight and boosting stiffness. A RockShox Reverb dropper post keeps the Spark fuss-free and versatile when the course tilts downward, while the Syncros Belcarra R SL saddle adds "set it and forget it" comfort, ideal for long days in the saddle. Every component was chosen to complement the Spark's purpose: speed without compromise.

Bottom Line

This custom SCOTT Spark RC SL doesn't just prepare for winter; it embraces it. With icy aesthetics, titanium muscle, and cutting-edge suspension, it represents the forefront of XC racing, with the lightest, fastest and most precise technology SCOTT has to offer.

Learn More

Interested in learning more about SCOTT, the SCOTT Spark RC SL model, or Contender's "pro build" customization offering? Drop by the shop any time, send us a message, or give us a call at (801) 364-0344. 

Whether you're chasing podiums, the perfect ride, or, the perfect build and aesthetic, our team stands at the ready, able to bring your vision to life.