HOW CAPABLE IS A 120mm BIKE? | SCOTT SPARK
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Күн бұрынIt’s been a while since I’ve ridden the other local loop at Cambusbarron… Starting out we head to the Cambu Dirt Jumps, then onto the North Third trails which are absolutely stunning. Today I was on the SCOTT Spark, I haven’t ridden it as much recently and I forgot just how much fun this thing was, it’s a flying machine and is incredibly capable!
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See you on the trails...
Scotty
@mattmeehan574 5 жыл бұрын
Anyone realised that Scotty rides a Scott in Scotland!! Haha, great videos man keep it up!
@polishguywithhardtospellna8227 5 жыл бұрын
No better place for Scott to ride Scott, than Scot-land ;-p
@omaralim1091 5 жыл бұрын
This gets commented on every video haha
@nickwooden2103 5 жыл бұрын
You're a genius
@ScottyLaughland 5 жыл бұрын
Comment winner ;)
@Mastr-Tech 5 жыл бұрын
Matt M I noticed that a year ago! You must be very slow.
@willshawyer7280 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you! This is the only video that reviews an actual 120mm bike!!! Thank you!!
@willshawyer7280 3 жыл бұрын
@@addekker9368 ?
@mattclarinnes158 5 жыл бұрын
Great wee film - I love North Third! I really like your presentation style in this. Very relaxed and conversational. It's great to see you showcasing the awesome trails we have around here!
@ScottyLaughland 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Matt! Just trying to produce fun content for y'all... :)
@mhorse702 3 жыл бұрын
Great job champ in putting the Scott through it's paces and showing the suspension potential. Scotland looks fantastic. On my short list for a visit.
@ageng.raditya 5 жыл бұрын
What a bike! What a ride!
@christhepatriot4621 5 жыл бұрын
Miss ya on GMBN mate!
@andreasbrandstetter9221 5 жыл бұрын
Yes thats true
@vladimirp5260 5 жыл бұрын
Super trail, excellent riding, awesome camera work. Kudos to you and the cameraman.
@fildag260 5 жыл бұрын
Just wanted to say that you, Scotty, are a very inspiring rider
@matthewparkv5004 5 жыл бұрын
Five mins and I'm on these trails. Ride em at least 3 times a week, know every nook and cranny, watching the vid I was anticipating what was coming next! sweet vid.
@Gamebit450 4 жыл бұрын
Wow Love the camera and editing style. That side view of the jumps all in a row, was so damn satisfying to watch. Subscribing!
@floydtomas2253 4 жыл бұрын
smoothest rider i've seen. smooth and fast rider more rides and be safe scotty
@UnliAhon 5 жыл бұрын
props to your camera man who is able to run so fast to keep up with you
@finnsamuels3425 3 жыл бұрын
It was probably a drone, but if not ya then that man is insane
@jackwiley2142 3 жыл бұрын
It was a bike. In the end you can also see the handlebars.
@emper2977 3 жыл бұрын
Uy si idol hahahaha pashout out po sa next vid
@luisalbertocamarena60 5 жыл бұрын
I love that you keep pushing on the level of production. I appreciate that you take the time to get some POV and then go back to do the same line from another angle and take off the gimbel. That speaks for the dedication and your vision for the channel
@ScottyLaughland 5 жыл бұрын
And there is plenty more it to come - I want to keep making it better and better! :)
@AleksandarGospic 5 жыл бұрын
Great video as always Scotty, beautiful scenery, angles and slomo's! Can't wait for the spring, short sleeves and proper xc mountain biking out there
@bike4life153 5 жыл бұрын
The dirtjumps were soo smooth
@PresiMinchev 5 жыл бұрын
4:25 if you stay on the saddle you, tyre won't slip. Nice trail and nice raiding. Would love to visit Scotland, Scotty!
@johnsimpson5684 5 жыл бұрын
Yep, push your weight back and sit.
@Rory_Semple 5 жыл бұрын
That’s one of my favourite loops to do! I’m lucky enough to be able to ride it straight from the house too.
@Arrmawicked 5 жыл бұрын
Your video quality is amazing Scotty.
@brimendis 5 жыл бұрын
The ride along shots of the jumps are sick! Great videography in general
@ScottyLaughland 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you, I’m stoked. It worked out so well!
@brakesforsnakes757 5 жыл бұрын
Amazing riding! I aspire to have 10% of the skills that you have.
@banana122049 4 жыл бұрын
The filming in this video is absolutely top notch
@glitch314 3 жыл бұрын
This video just made me fall in love with my 2015 Spark which is undergoing a major upgrade right now. With bike prices shooting off the roof, I decided to breathe some life into my old bike, and I am so glad I did after watching you :) great video and lots to learn how to use the suspension efficiently from you...
@bennyboyyorks 3 жыл бұрын
I've got a 2014 spark 730 carbon. I'm thinking of doing the same rather than forking out 3k for a new trial. It's been well serviced and rides like new bike. What upgrades did you do?
@glitch314 3 жыл бұрын
@@bennyboyyorks Got the stock wheelset replaced with Stan's Flow, Hope Pro 4 hubs and Maxxis Ikons. Also slapped a Brand-X dropper and an Ergon saddle while I was at it. Got the fork and shock serviced and had the fork upgraded to Fit4 damper, which is miles better than stock. Now it rides like a dream! Best decision I made. :)
@bennyboyyorks 3 жыл бұрын
@@glitch314 cheers, I'm looking at a new wheelset atm was also looking at wider tyres but unsure if tyre clearance might be a bit tight. Thinking of upgrading breaks aswell.
@glitch314 3 жыл бұрын
@@bennyboyyorks i didn’t go too crazy with tires, they are 2.35 but the wider rims made the ride a lot more confident for sure! I’ll be interested to know how wide you can go with the tires? I replaced the brake rotors and pads, too but no upgrades, stock brakes are enough for the kind of riding (xc) I do :)
@davekelly8168 5 жыл бұрын
Great riding, gorgeous bike and location..
@IsraelMagalit 5 жыл бұрын
What a trail! 😎 And the bike's cool too.
@3RacingEnduroProgram 5 жыл бұрын
Those new bike are so capable ! One bike is inaff to ride every trails !
@WATCHSONICS 5 жыл бұрын
Great video man... super high quality
@fromxctoletssee 5 жыл бұрын
sick trail man awesome riding. now im not so worried getting the merida one twenty.
@quesomtb7958 5 жыл бұрын
Sick! Love your riding style 👌👌🤘
@shwndh 5 жыл бұрын
I rode a friends 2017 Spark 940 29er in XL and I was amazed at how easy it was to get that huge machine airborne. The 120mm Fox suspensión feels bottomless on this 29er. Very capably and super plush! It’s got me thinking about trading in my 27.5 Anthem. Really good camera work too!
@ScottyLaughland 5 жыл бұрын
Stoked to hear that you liked it! It’s such a pleasure to ride... so capable! Looking forward to some summer trips on it!
@gabeah 2 жыл бұрын
mad skills my man. and really great editing. cheers.
@joshuakfleming3338 4 жыл бұрын
Hey Scotty, love the video. I actually have been riding that exact bike the last year, and I feel as though I've had more trouble than with other bikes getting the suspension consistently set up just how I like it. I know this varies a lot by rider, but would you mind sharing what you're running for fork/shock pressures/rebound as well as your weight?
@Jameshhl 3 жыл бұрын
It's your riding skill that made 120mm capable, perfect landings on those dirt jumps. While on similar jumps, I'm here having harsh landings where even 140mm is bottoming out ROFLMAO.
@ScottyLaughland 3 жыл бұрын
Practice makes perfect!
@jgunnink3 5 жыл бұрын
Scotty, just wanted to commend you on the incredible changes of perspective as well as audio quality of your videos. Other MTB channels they just strap a GoPro to their chest and hope for the best. You can tell the difference in polish having a friend to help film. Cheers!
@ScottyLaughland 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Jason! Glad you're enjoying the content... Hope we can keep surprising you this year!!
@mara2382 4 жыл бұрын
cool video! actually that's exactly the kind of stuff I'm planning to ride (mostly flowtrails, moderate singletrails, the occasional baby-level bike-park-trail) and chose the cube stereo 120 race für thus job... are you familiar with the rockshox sektor rl? did lots of spec-related research but unfortunately couldn't find any in-depth review on it. cheers!
@u700495 5 жыл бұрын
Another great vid Scotty boy. Rode Cambusbarron last year. 100mm hardtail. Ice everywhere. I fell off everywhere.😂😂 😥😣
@richardbarton6747 5 жыл бұрын
Seeing you do the dirt jumps has me re thinking wheel size again, thanks
@ScottyLaughland 5 жыл бұрын
Spark 29 works pretty great! :)
@subscriptionswithnovideos 5 жыл бұрын
I ve Got the 940 2019 model and it's an absolutely amazing bike perfect on climbing fantastic on descend
@ScottyLaughland 5 жыл бұрын
I want to call it a perfect all rounded, comfortable for all day rides yet burly enough for challenging descents!
@jonhughes6114 4 жыл бұрын
Trying to decide between the Genius 950-2020 & the Spark 940-2019 (I can get a deal on a barley used demo from a local shop). I live in the hills of Tennessee and I’ve rode both bikes on the trails. Just not sure what bike will be the overall XC bike for a 3 year keeper. Any comments would be greatly appreciated!
@mtbsobe 4 жыл бұрын
@@jonhughes6114 what bike did you get I'm in the same spot looking at both the genius and spark I ride a lot of just single track climbs rocky steep
@kendejesus9566 3 жыл бұрын
Just ordered a spark 2021. They have 130 travel on the new models
@WaechterDerNacht 5 жыл бұрын
great video and a super nice bike! With every video i see from scotland i think again that i've got to go there, no matter if it's a video from you or the other guys like Ali C, Danny Mac, Ben Cathro, McTrailrider etc. Maybe ill get these riding days with haggis for dinner and whisky for dessert this year :-P
@ScottyLaughland 5 жыл бұрын
Ahh you forgot the Sticky Toffee pudding!
@ecycled3d 5 жыл бұрын
Two firsts in one day... awesome!
@bassonengelbrecht2259 4 жыл бұрын
Woah that first section was so smooooove
@andyp5743 5 жыл бұрын
That’s just up the road from me, I need to get out there ASAP! Great video.
@ScottyLaughland 5 жыл бұрын
It's running awesome right now!
@francescomiceli8590 5 жыл бұрын
Great video!!! please more!
@XqDezzy10 3 жыл бұрын
man, i absolutly love this video....i have the same mtb ( the economic version btw , 960 ) and i'm a beginner. When i have doubts regards my 120mm travel or "my geometry is more XC" i watch this video and i always say: it's the rider, not the bike . such a motivational video :D
@ScottyLaughland 3 жыл бұрын
Super nice! Thanks for the comment and glad it keeps you stoked!!
@kb4822 4 жыл бұрын
Excellent video. I am going to be ordering a 2020 spark 910. Currently riding a 29er carbon sight 150/140 and a trance advanced 0 27.5 150/140 before that. I was lil nervous going to a 120 but this video helped my decision. I want fast and efficient also like the lock out
@m_bik3r792 5 жыл бұрын
This videos is amazing!
@AmericusMaximus 4 жыл бұрын
Outstanding video. How close to, or beyond, the limits of the bike were you?
@germancu9294 3 жыл бұрын
Muchas felicidades SCOTT SPARK, yo ya estoy disfrutando de mi Scott Spark 970 202, saludos desde Guatemala.
@martbrown3406 5 жыл бұрын
120mm upfront 110mm rear orange Segment Rs I ride it pretty hard and feels perfect. In fact it feels better than the 150mm trek. By the way are you not with gmbn anymore?
@Mr229357 5 жыл бұрын
You have a nice office 👍🏻👍🏻
@voiceproductionsuk 4 жыл бұрын
Will you do a video on the Scott Sub Cross 20 2020 version? I've not seen that video anywhere on KZfaq.
@kaloyanerusalimov 5 жыл бұрын
Travel does not really matter all that much, geometry is more important. Back in the day, a 100-120mm bike was a XC bike with awful, road bike geometry, whereas a 180-240mm of travel was basically the same, but higher up and a slacker head angle, but not by much. Nowadays, we have more aggresive angles and comfortable bikes on which to attack a local trail. I would be more than happy to have a Spark, although, I would change the bars immediately for something with 40-50mm of rise. Top notch video!
@ScottyLaughland 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the positive feedback! You inspire me to create more content like it...
@Dimarious.G Жыл бұрын
Recently i put 73mm rise bar on my Spark: absolutely fantastic!
@SeanAnthony2025 4 жыл бұрын
I just picked up a 2016 740 and I love it. Great video. Nice to see what a 120mm is capable of. Although I suspect it has a lot to do with the rider. For some reason mine doesn't seem as capable. Maybe it's broken or something...ya...that's it 😆
@rox89dgo 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Scotty :) what do you think on my XC KTM Spinx 291 with 120mm front and 100mm rear shock travel, how much jumping and stress can it take??
@kalevmccarthy8260 4 жыл бұрын
What a beautiful place to ride!
@71co0k 3 жыл бұрын
Loving my new Spark 970!
@SimmeVolkers 4 жыл бұрын
those descents... wow~!!
@dkipu266 3 жыл бұрын
It seems like 120mm, even a full suspension with 100mm is a LOT when riding most trails as mountain biking tires provide a lot of give as well for most trails. But if riding huge downhills and you have pro jumping skills, 100mm probably feels like you’re riding a road bike.
@jeffsaraiva7099 5 жыл бұрын
Nice video Scotty!
@lukashavrda5970 5 жыл бұрын
You are a great rider, Scotty! Great jumping skills!
@Rodri-86 3 жыл бұрын
is there any way to fit a bashguard to the newer Sparks to protect the frame from impacts?
@igethanxcmtb9437 4 жыл бұрын
So this is where you went! Took me long enough to find you.
@Wee-Lee-MTB Ай бұрын
Love my 2017 Scott spark 720 plus. I run full 27.5 Its a very capable bike, came standard with 130mm rockshox sektor up front and 100mm x fusion 02 Nude at the rear. I've been on all trails at windhill bike park bar the pro line. Okeford bike park nearly all of the trails and Subo which is gnarly downhill. Very playful on the jumps too. I'm after a gambler next.
@swpa8742 4 жыл бұрын
Those are nice jumps, I’d ride those all day!
@Ronh83 3 жыл бұрын
Very smooth pov video. What camera do you use?
@Andreas-bm3hy 4 жыл бұрын
would be nice to see a similar video but with the gineus. awersome video man
@moodmonkeymusic 4 жыл бұрын
have you tried the strike ebike? if yes, how diff is it from spark and genius ebikes
@jerryx2000 4 жыл бұрын
Hi mate is the Scott Contessa Spark 930 reliable? Any defects?
@mr.d7429 4 жыл бұрын
Is the Scott spark 29er as capable as the norco fluid fs or the Merida one twenty 9.800?
@andersbrandt7131 5 жыл бұрын
Cool video and great to se you wear gloves now 😁
@danytheunicorn95 5 жыл бұрын
I do that with my 100mm hardtail so yeah, it is more about the rider than the bike, still, there are limits and it also doesnt make sense to bring a knife to a gun fight, but a double suspension 120mm should do almost anything, just not as fast and comfortable as a long travel enduro bike, and not as fast and efficient as a full on XC bike, it is somewhere in the middle.
@ScottyLaughland 5 жыл бұрын
Well said and that is exactly what the Spark is in my eyes!
@SportsCyclist 5 жыл бұрын
100%
@TheAcdcnz 3 жыл бұрын
Not as fast as both but in between? I'm confused
@crisgo5369 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheAcdcnz es decir que no baja tan rapido como una enduro y tampoco sube tan rapido como una xc, es decir es para doble proposito.
@easydoor_994 5 жыл бұрын
I really miss these Bikewash´s at the and of your Videos....but as always cool Clip😎
@ScottyLaughland 5 жыл бұрын
They'll return I'm sure!
@cyrylski 5 жыл бұрын
8:39 & 8:45 looks pretty steep, it's nice to see a video that does not flatten things out. Or does it? O.O
@shredntread9600 5 жыл бұрын
Nice video and review of the Scott Spark. I am considering this bike for my wife as she is looking for something a bit more trail oriented. By chance have you ever ridden the Intense Sniper Trail? would love to see a comparison from your view between these 2 bikes. Suspension is different and Sniper is at 66.5 head angle. and you gained another subscriber...Keep Shred'n !!
@ScottyLaughland 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you, hope you enjoy the content! It’s an awesome bike, if you enjoy climbing and descending equally then this is the one for you...
@baileys1 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome video Scott. What Jacket are you wearing. Cool as!! 🤟
@ScottyLaughland 2 жыл бұрын
It’s an old Lululemon one, not sure if it ever made it in to production but it was awesome!
@ohbwoyee 5 жыл бұрын
Hi Scotty! Please advice, how much travel is it possible to have on a seatpost for spark 930 2019 Large? And what do you have on yours? Thanks!
@ScottyLaughland 5 жыл бұрын
I’m running a 150mm Fox Transfer!
@ronaldwestra8735 5 жыл бұрын
You started a channel for your own? Not anymore part of GMBN? Good to see you back. I liked the video!
@ScottyLaughland 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Yes, I’ve been doing it for 18 months now...
@sixtysecondsofstephens2386 5 жыл бұрын
Awesome riding
@dhmtb9024 5 жыл бұрын
Should I get a Genius or a Spark? I currently have an enduro and dh bike, but want something speedy uphill.
@aldopineda4871 5 жыл бұрын
Hola ! Al parecer la maquinita es buena! Genial!
@markh4430 4 жыл бұрын
Which version of the Scott spark is this? The link in the description to the bike is broken. Thanks
@Jimmy_Saf 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome video bro
@Ethelred77 5 жыл бұрын
I love my Sparky too! It's not as fancy as yours, but it's still a wonderfull machine!
@ScottyLaughland 5 жыл бұрын
What's the spec of yours?!
@Ethelred77 5 жыл бұрын
@@ScottyLaughland a spark 950 from 2018. In the price range i was going for, it was either the cheapest carbon model, or one of the nicer ones in aluminium. I chose the aluminium bike and i am very happy with it. 😃
@mhe8545 5 жыл бұрын
Enjoy your style. Hello from West Virginia.
@PaulNtabuyeButera 4 жыл бұрын
I myself want to learn how to mountain bike in slow motion like this 😜
@AlexT.A. 5 жыл бұрын
Hi. I have a spark940, size L. I LOVE this bike. what size are the handlebars and the stem that you are wearing in your spark ???. I like your channel. Thank you. greetings from Spain.
@subscriptionswithnovideos 5 жыл бұрын
I have the 940 2019 as well 😍😍
@AlexT.A. 5 жыл бұрын
@TuGzY-11 thank you
@ScottyLaughland 5 жыл бұрын
Aww man, stoked you like it! It is SO much fun, crazy how easy it is to throw around and it accelerates up those climbs! I have the PRO Tharsis Trail bar and stem. The bars are 800mm in width and it's a 65mm stem.
@AlexT.A. 5 жыл бұрын
Thank YOU Scotty. YOU are te BEST.
@leebridgwater 5 жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed this
@51249ca 5 жыл бұрын
8:25 ....try that section on your gravel grinder, lol
@anthonykatkov2035 5 жыл бұрын
I have a 27.5 120mm hardtail( vitus nucleus vr) absolute beast
@ajsupercars8595 5 жыл бұрын
Ayyyy cambusbarron
@multi-sports4700 Жыл бұрын
Do you have to put more air in your shocks to handle it?
@Whaiesh3827 4 жыл бұрын
Just got my sparkyyyyy 🤭🤙
@pierrotlegros06 5 жыл бұрын
You are my favourite on KZfaq!
@ScottyLaughland 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you man! :)
@donnovicki9771 4 жыл бұрын
Great vid. Only wish I was your age and had 10% of your skills. Keep em coming.
@Cybervogi 5 жыл бұрын
No dislikes yet💪🏻 love your vids
@Blahysz 4 жыл бұрын
Very nice trail
@mr.minimalist8545 3 жыл бұрын
Good day, Scotty! May I know what size of frame are you using? I'm also trying to figure out if is it going to be safe decision to upgrade my front fork suspension to 120mm travel for a hardtail 27.5/15 small frame. Cheers!
@ScottyLaughland 3 жыл бұрын
I’m riding a large! No idea on the upgrade best check with your local dealer...
@mr.minimalist8545 3 жыл бұрын
@@ScottyLaughland Alright, thanks a lot!
@marlondecarne7118 5 жыл бұрын
Would you do an enduro race on it?
@eliasdanieli5461 5 жыл бұрын
How wide are u running the handlebar?
@davidecavanna3431 5 жыл бұрын
when the biker is "the best biker" every trail is cool, also with a "graziella"!! 🤙🤙
@ScottyLaughland 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you! :)
@u700495 5 жыл бұрын
Do you not live over the other side from the baron?
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