Velopedia Bicycle Archive
Compare Bicycles
Compare published geometry, gearing and specifications for up to three bicycles.
Edit comparison
Add a bicycle
Search the Archive without leaving this comparison.
1 of 2 bicycles
At a glance
Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2006 Scott Scale 50 and 2005 Scott Scale 50.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2; rear size isn’t listed.
How it works
Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.
Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.
Complete specification tableShows different published values and gaps where a bicycle lacks data. Different wording reflects source language, not necessarily different components. Swipe for more columns.
Specification
2006 Scott Scale 50
2005 Scott Scale 50
Overview
Model Year
2006
2005
Brand
Scott
Scott
Model
Scale 50
Scale 50
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$1,199.99
$1,154.99
Colors
—
Blue/Black
Sizes
—
S, M, L, XL
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded/bonded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
7005 aluminum, butted
7005 aluminum
Fork
Rock Shox TORA 318, 80mm travel
Manitou Axel Comp, 80mm
Fork Material
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
Shimano Deore
Shifters
Shimano Deore Dual Control
Shimano Deore Rapidfire
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore XT
Shimano Deore XT
Crankset
Shimano FC-M470, 22/32/44 teeth
Shimano FC-M470, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BB-ES30
Shimano BB-ES30
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
Shimano CN-HG53, 1/2 x 3/32"
Shimano CN-HG53, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
Shimano PD-M505 SPD
Shimano PD-M520 SPD
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Deore M535 hydraulic disc front/Shimano Deore M535 hydraulic disc rear brakes, Shimano Deore Dual Control levers
Shimano M525 disc brakes, Shimano Deore levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" integrated Ritchey Integrated
1 1/8" threadless Ritchey LP Plus
Handlebar
Scott X-Rod 580mm
Scott Comp P.G.
Handlebar Extensions
—
Not included
Stem
Scott Comp
Aluminum
Saddle
Scott Racing
Scott 1125 Racing
Seatpost
Scott Comp
Kalloy SP-339
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Shimano HB-M495 disc, Rear: Shimano FH-M495 disc
Shimano 495 disc
Rims
Alesa Taurus 2000 Disc, 32-hole
Alesa Taurus 2000 Disc, 32-hole
Spokes
DT Swiss Champion stainless steel, straight gauge
DT Swiss stainless steel, straight gauge
Front Tire
26 x 2.00" Scott OXYD 60TPI Kevlar
26 x 2.00" Scott Manx
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.