2022 Scott Spark XC MTB First Look & Ride Review

We check out the hidden rear shock on the all-new Scott Spark XC and light trail bikes, with a closeup look at the tech features and triple-lever lockout/dropper remote system, mostly integrated handlebar and stem combo, and more.

Then we head out on the technical trails and descents to see how it rides!

For the full launch coverage with tons of photos of the shock-in-a-frame design, check out this post:

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[golddiggerdave]

Makes all other 2022 MTB look generations old.

[liquidSpin]

This is the dopest XC/Trail bike ever made 🔥🔥🔥

[ThunderStruckMTB]

Finally, a bike where a press fit BB would be the very least of my concerns.

[EmmaEs_YT]

How does the new geometry feel wrt to the previous geometry?

[CopperCityPatriot]

Well this is the rear design we can expect the 2022 Genius series to be. Right?

[LRF]

I want the Trail version. I have a Tallboy that is supposed to arrive in this November. I think I'm going to drop the Tallboy for the new Scott. However, availability is already being pushed well into the next year😒

[bwest]

This is incredible. Ticks all the boxes for me, and even some boxes I didn't even think of!

[jonathanvasquez]

The remote & cable management is better with Dangerholm's design. Pricey bike

[copylot]

2 wheels carry our soul! It's a very nice video, I'm an electric mountain bike rider, I live in the Netherlands, I'm still waiting for my new channel. Good luck with my love.

[ivanteo]

the bottom cover is a big hole without any gasket or sealing.

[lerrjlee]

Looks cool but I wouldn't never buy a bike with all these internal components.

[chasepalpatine]

It’s a cool bike, but I’m not a fan of the looks (angles).

[fsimracingdenyvps]

It's such a fast bike that Nino, Lars, and Andi. none of them could compete in the last uci mtb race in leogang. So a lot of fuss for a bike that isn’t worth it. 👎🏼

[kvk]

Unpayable those new bikes 😂

I'd rather get a nice motorcycle for the same money ...