Scott Addict Gravel 10 review: With minor updates and vibrant colors, the Swiss gravel bike enters another model year. And it's not just the look that's fresh – its captivating character and even better value for money make the Addict Gravel even more appealing than before.
The Scott Addict Gravel 10 has come a long way. When it Presented by Velomotion in 2020 When it was first released, the gravel bike was still based on a cyclocross frame with just under 40 mm tire clearance. Two and a half years later, a new version The Scott Addict Gravel 10 was launched on the market, heavily inspired by aero road bikes and offering a proven frame geometry with increased tire clearance of 45 mm. A third generation has been available since last year, differing from the 2022 model only in details: the UDH rear triangle now allows for the use of the new SRAM groupsets, and the vibrant colors of the test bike give the Scott Addict Gravel 10 a significantly more modern look.
Looking back at the model's history reveals another interesting detail: The two different versions of the Addict Gravel 10 that Velomotion presented in 2022 were significantly more expensive (€6.499 with Shimano GRX Di2 2x11) and considerably more expensive (€5.499 with SRAM Force AXS 2x12) than the current model. The 2023 Addict Gravel 10, equipped with SRAM Force 2x12 and DT Swiss wheels, even cost a hefty €6.699. In contrast, the 2026 bike in Gelato Blue/Pink is priced at just €5.199. So, is it a high-end bike at a bargain price or a refreshed oldie?
Scott Addict Gravel 10: The highlights
- Updated frame with UHD recording
- Race geometry with sporty seating position
- Equipment: SRAM Force XPLR and Fulcrum Rapid Red Carbon
- Weight 8,52 kg (without pedals), wheelset ready to ride 3,5 kg
- Price 5.199 Euro
Scott Addict Gravel 10: Up-to-date thanks to UDH
The Scott's frame is hardly less relevant today than it was four years ago, with its distinctive aerodynamic shapes and internally routed brake lines. Thanks to its UDH compatibility, it meets the latest mounting standards; only a storage compartment in the downtube might be missed. However, many brand-new bikes in the "Gravel Race" category forgo this feature. The aero seatpost with its Kamm-tail profile has been further developed and now features a cutout at the rear. This is intended to improve comfort and can also accommodate a special rear light record, which blends in seamlessly.
The riding position, with a reach of almost 400 mm on a size 56 frame, is geared towards a stretched-out posture; however, the slightly longer head tube and the slightly upward-pointing stem ensure that the saddle-to-bar drop isn't excessive. The two 10 mm spacers on the test bike can easily be removed. With a 71° head tube angle, a 73° seat tube angle, and 425 mm chainstays, Scott employs a geometry that has proven successful with other manufacturers, resulting in agile and neutral handling. This doesn't mean, however, that the Scott feels exactly like bikes with comparable dimensions.
Stiff frame with extremely high propulsion
The very first few pedal strokes reveal that the Addict Gravel is ultra-powerful, converting torque into acceleration without loss and thus delivering a rare level of riding pleasure. The bike tempts you to constantly get out of the saddle and pedal, thus harking back to the cyclocross roots of its predecessor. Scott owes its optimal frame stiffness to the wide bottom bracket area, thanks to the press-fit bottom bracket and widely spaced chainstays. Slim carbon or aluminum frames with BSA bottom brackets are noticeably at a disadvantage here.
The massive fork and large headset ensure a stiff front end during hard braking maneuvers, while also providing stability when climbing out of the saddle, where slimmer forks can sometimes cause brake pads to rub. The Addict Gravel is by no means harsh, thanks to the slim seatpost at the rear: it dampens shocks and vibrations without bobbing at high cadence.
Scott equips the bike with 45 mm wide Schwalbe G-One RX tires, which naturally contribute to comfort and also provide plenty of grip on wet surfaces. Even without significantly reducing the tire pressure, the tires grip the wet grass firmly and allow for good lean angles. Mounting the rear tire against the direction of rotation should further improve traction. On asphalt, the smooth rolling of the wide tires is surprising, even though the test bike wasn't set up tubeless. Overall, the G-One RX is currently one of the best gravel tires for mud and wet conditions.
In addition to the frame's impressive performance, the components leave nothing to be desired. The Swiss manufacturer equips the bike with the SRAM Force XPLR, arguably the best gravel groupset currently on the market: with ergonomically comfortable shifters, precise and fast 13-speed shifting, and its optimal gear ratios, this setup is beyond reproach. Add to that powerful, easily modulated brakes and a low overall weight, and the Force is currently unbeatable in terms of value for money.
Powerful features at an attractive price
Scott uses a 42-tooth chainring, which, together with the large rolling circumference of the 45mm tires, results in very high gear ratios for climbing. Those who don't need these can go down to a 38-tooth chainring and enjoy very easy climbing gears. The wheelset is from Fulcrum and weighs just under 1.500 The bike weighs just grams and features flat, asymmetrical rims designed for comfort and stability. The undrilled rim bed facilitates tubeless setup, and thanks to the "Mini hook" system, the rims are compatible with virtually any tire. Scott also specifies a carbon handlebar.
This brings us back to the price, which is not only lower than that of the older Scott Addict Gravel 10 – the Scott also compares very favorably with similarly equipped gravel bikes. The SRAM Force models from the major US manufacturers are easily €2.000 more expensive; domestic online retailers can only offer comparable bikes a few hundred euros cheaper, albeit with extras like a SRAM power meter. Like the component group, the entire bike offers excellent value for money.
Lightweight with potential in terms of tires
The Addict Gravel isn't heavy either: the complete bike weighs a good 8,5 kilos without pedals, of which 3,6 kilos are accounted for by the wheelset. And there's still plenty of room for weight reduction: Scott uses 150-gram inner tubes, and a 45mm Schwalbe tire weighs a hefty 580 grams. Switching to slightly less aggressive 40mm tires and TPU inner tubes can shave off a full 450 grams. In such a summer setup, the Scott should become even more agile without sacrificing performance. And in winter, mudguards can easily be mounted – in addition to mounting points for three bottle cages and a small top tube bag, there are well-hidden threaded inserts for the... special Fender set appropriate.
Anyone who's excited about the Scott Addict Gravel 10 but can't quite afford the €5.200 price tag can get an interesting alternative for €1.300 less: the Addict Gravel 20 with SRAM Rival, Syncros carbon wheels, and aluminum handlebars. You can expect virtually identical performance with only a slightly higher weight – making this bike arguably the biggest competitor to our test model right now.
