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At a glance

Key differences

Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.

  1. Identity & price

    These bicycles are categorized differently: 2006 Scott Sub 20 Classic is Hybrid; 2008 Scott Sub 20 Classic is Road.

  2. Data limitation

    No geometry is recorded for 2006 Scott Sub 20 Classic and 2008 Scott Sub 20 Classic.

  3. Gearing

    2008 Scott Sub 20 Classic has a 13% lower climbing ratio than 2006 Scott Sub 20 Classic.

    A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.

Gearing comparison

Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.

RPM

RPM = pedal turns per minute.

2006 Scott Sub 20 Classic48/38/28T · 11–30T · 8-speed
Lowest0.93:1Highest4.36:1Total range468%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear6.8 mphHighest gear31.6 mph

Uses front tire 700C×32; rear size isn’t listed.

2008 Scott Sub 20 Classic48/36/26T · 11–32T · 9-speed
Lowest0.81:1Highest4.36:1Total range537%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear5.9 mphHighest gear31.6 mph

Uses front tire 700C×32; 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.

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Specification
2006 Scott Sub 20 Classic
2008 Scott Sub 20 Classic
Overview
Model Year
2006
2008
Brand
Scott
Scott
Model
Sub 20 Classic
Sub 20 Classic
Bicycle Type
Hybrid
Road/sport
Original MSRP
$549.99
$629.99
Colors
—
Black
Sizes
—
S, M, L, XL
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Scott New Evo/Aero Alloy
Evo/Aero alloy
Fork
Scott Straight Alloy
Scott Sub
Fork Material
Aluminum, unicrown crown
Alloy, aero crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Hybrid Mix
Road Mix
Shifters
Shimano Alivio
Shimano Deore
Front Derailleur
Shimano FD-T-301D
Shimano Deore, clamp on 31.8mm
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shimano LX
Crankset
Shimano FC-TS80, 28/38/48 teeth
Shimano FC-M443, 26/36/48 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BB-TS30
Shimano BB-UN26, 113mm spindle
BB Shell Width
—
68mm English
Rear Cogs
8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
KMC Z72, 1/2 x 3/32"
Shimano CN-HG53, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
Wellgo LU-998-S
Wellgo 998S
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro SCB-36A brakes, Scott Comp SCL-09 levers
Tektro V-brake brakes, Scott Comp SLC levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" integrated VP 41 AC E
1 1/8" threadless Ritchey Logic
Handlebar
Steel, riser
Scott X-Rod
Stem
Aluminum threadless
Rocket Stem OS
Saddle
Velo VL 1061 SCT
Scott SUB
Seatpost
Aluminum micro-adjust
Scott Comp, 26.8mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: SCO 31 QR, Rear: Shimano FH-RM60
Front: Scott SCO 31, Rear: Shimano FH-RM60
Rims
Alesa DP 2000
Alex SUB, 32-hole
Spokes
DT Swiss stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm) straight gauge
DT Swiss stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm)
Front Tire
700 x 32c Maxxis Columbiere M-204
700 x 32c Maxxis Columbiere
Wheel Size
700c wheels
700c wheels

Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.

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