{"id":17509,"date":"2016-10-14T10:30:00","date_gmt":"2016-10-14T09:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/2016\/10\/14\/first-look-friday-scott-spark-volvo-bike-rack-mrp-ramp-control-cartridge-r5683\/"},"modified":"2023-02-08T07:34:36","modified_gmt":"2023-02-08T07:34:36","slug":"first-look-friday-scott-spark-volvo-bike-rack-mrp-ramp-control-cartridge-r5683","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/first-look-friday-scott-spark-volvo-bike-rack-mrp-ramp-control-cartridge-r5683\/","title":{"rendered":"First Look Friday: Scott Spark; Volvo Bike Rack; MRP Ramp Control Cartridge"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>First Look Friday is an introduction to the gear that we are currently testing for review. This week we&#8217;ve got the brand new Scott Spark; a Volvo bike rack, and MRP&#8217;s Ramp Control Cartridge.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"article_h1\">Scott Spark 940<\/h2>\n<p><a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-66325900-1476437343.jpg\" data-fileid=\"820347\" data-fileext=\"jpg\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"820347\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"Scott Spark 940 3.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-66325900-1476437343.jpg\" title=\"\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Since July, when the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bikehub.co.za\/features\/_\/gear\/gear-news\/scott-announce-all-new-spark-and-scale-bikes-r5021\" rel=\"external nofollow\">new Scott Spark range<\/a> was announced, I&#8217;ve been itching to give one a ride. Scott took a leap with the 2017 Spark range, making a big departure from the previous design, with a whole new suspension layout plus more travel, an aggressive longer and slacker geometry, and modern standards like Boost axle spacing and metric shocks.<\/p>\n<div style=\"table-layout: fixed; display:table; width:100%; border-collapse:collapse;\" class=\"article_table\">\n<div style=\"display: table-cell; width: 50%; padding: 2px; vertical-align:top\">\n<a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-17556900-1476437341.jpg\" data-fileid=\"820345\" data-fileext=\"jpg\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"820345\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"Scott Spark 940 1.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-17556900-1476437341.jpg\" title=\"\"><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: table-cell; width: 50%; padding: 2px; vertical-align:top\">\n<a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-67227200-1476437342.jpg\" data-fileid=\"820346\" data-fileext=\"jpg\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"820346\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"Scott Spark 940 2.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-67227200-1476437342.jpg\" title=\"\"><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>We are reviewing the Scott Spark 940 which is the top specification aluminium frame model. It is well equipped with a Shimano XT drivetrain, a Fox 34 fork paired with a Fox Nude shock both set to 120 mm, and Fox&#8217;s Transfer adjustable seat post. The cockpit and rims (with Shimano hubs) are from Scott&#8217;s Syncros range.<\/p>\n<p>The Scott Spark 940 retails for R46,000 and is available from your local Scott dealer.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"text-2xl font-bold\">Scott Spark 940 specifications:<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<ul class=\"specsList clearfix\">\n<li><span class=\"row_title\">Frame<\/span><span class=\"row_data\">Spark 3 Alloy SL 6011; custom butted Hydroformed tubes; tapered Headtube \/ BB92 \/ DM hanger; dropouts for 148x12mm<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"row_title\">Fork<\/span><span class=\"row_data\">FOX 34 Float Performance Air; Grip 3 \/ 3-Modes \/ 15x110mm QR axle \/ tapered steerer; Reb. Adj. \/ Lockout \/ 120mm travel<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"row_title\">Shock<\/span><span class=\"row_data\">FOX NUDE Trunnion; SCOTT custom w. travel \/ geo adj.; 3 modes: Lockout &#8211; Traction Control -Descend; DPS \/ EVOL \/ Reb. Adj.; Travel 120 &#8211; 85 &#8211; Lockout \/ 165X45mm<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"row_title\">Remote System<\/span><span class=\"row_data\">SCOTT TwinLoc Remote Technology; 3 modes front and rear \/ integ. Grip clamp<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"row_title\">Headset<\/span><span class=\"row_data\">Syncros Pro Press Fit \/ Tapered 1.5&#8243; &#8211; 1 1\/8&#8243;; OD 50\/61mm \/ ID 44\/55mm<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"row_title\">Rear Derailleur<\/span><span class=\"row_data\">Shimano XT RD-M8000 SGS; DM \/ Shadow Plus \/ 22 Speed<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"row_title\">Front Derailleur<\/span><span class=\"row_data\">Shimano XT FD-M8020-D \/ side swing<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"row_title\">Shifters<\/span><span class=\"row_data\">Shimano XT SL-M8000-B-I \/ Rapidfire Plus; 2 way releaseIspec 2 clamp<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"row_title\">Brakes<\/span><span class=\"row_data\">Shimano M615 Disc; 180mm F &amp; R \/ SM-RT64 CL Rotor<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"row_title\">Crankset<\/span><span class=\"row_data\">Shimano XT FC-M8000-B2 \/ Hollowtech 2; 900 Series: 34&#215;24 T<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"row_title\">BB-Set<\/span><span class=\"row_data\">Shimano BB-MT500-PA \/ shell 41x92mm<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"row_title\">Handlebar<\/span><span class=\"row_data\">Syncros FL2.0 T-Bar \/ Alloy 6061; T shape Flat \/ 9\u00b0 \/ 740mm; Syncros Pro lock-on grips<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"row_title\">Stem<\/span><span class=\"row_data\">Syncros FL2.0 \/ 6061 Alloy; 6\u00b0 \/ integrated Top Cup \/ 31.8mm \/ 1 1\/8&#8243;<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"row_title\">Seatpost<\/span><span class=\"row_data\">FOX Transfer Dropper Remote; 31.6mm \/ S size 100mm \/ M, L &amp; XL 125mm<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"row_title\">Seat<\/span><span class=\"row_data\">Syncros XR2.0 \/ CROM rails<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"row_title\">Front Hub<\/span><span class=\"row_data\">Shimano HB-M618-B CL \/ 15x110mm<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"row_title\">Rear Hub<\/span><span class=\"row_data\">Shimano FH-M618-B CL \/ Boost 12x148mm RWS axle<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"row_title\">Chain<\/span><span class=\"row_data\">KMC X11L<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"row_title\">Cassette<\/span><span class=\"row_data\">Shimano SLX CS-M7000 \/ 11-42 T<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"row_title\">Spokes<\/span><span class=\"row_data\">DT Swiss Champion Black 1.8mm<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"row_title\">Rims<\/span><span class=\"row_data\">Syncros X-23 \/ 32H \/ Tubeless ready<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"row_title\">Tyres<\/span><span class=\"row_data\">Maxxis Forekaster \/ 2.35 \/ 120TPI Kevlar Bead TR Tubeless Ready \/ EXO \/ 3C maxx speed<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"row_title\">Claimed weight<\/span><span class=\"row_data\">13.1 kg<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"row_title\">Retail Price<\/span><span class=\"row_data\">R46,000<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"article_h1\">Volvo bike rack<\/h2>\n<p>Volvo bike racks aim to provide a safe and convenient way of transporting your bikes. These racks attach to the cars towing hitch. The racks feature rubber coated frame holders and wheel ratcheting straps to secure the bike in place. The wheel holders are adjustable to easily fit your bike&#8217;s wheelbase. Should you need to get into the back, the bike rack can be tilted to allow the boot door to open. Both the rack and the frame holders are lockable.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-33440500-1476436747.jpg\" data-fileid=\"820340\" data-fileext=\"jpg\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"820340\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"Volvo bike rack 1.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-33440500-1476436747.jpg\" title=\"\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div style=\"table-layout: fixed; display:table; width:100%; border-collapse:collapse;\" class=\"article_table\">\n<div style=\"display: table-cell; width: 33%; padding: 2px; vertical-align:top\">\n<a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-82208000-1476436748.jpg\" data-fileid=\"820341\" data-fileext=\"jpg\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"820341\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"Volvo bike rack 2.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-82208000-1476436748.jpg\" title=\"\"><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: table-cell; width: 33%; padding: 2px; vertical-align:top\">\n<a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-09270000-1476436750.jpg\" data-fileid=\"820342\" data-fileext=\"jpg\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"820342\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"Volvo bike rack 3.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-09270000-1476436750.jpg\" title=\"\"><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: table-cell; width: 33%; padding: 2px; vertical-align:top\">\n<a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-72592600-1476436751.jpg\" data-fileid=\"820343\" data-fileext=\"jpg\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"820343\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"Volvo bike rack 4.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-72592600-1476436751.jpg\" title=\"\"><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The Volvo bike racks are currently available from CMH Volvo Dealers in <a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmhvolvocars.co.za\/cmh-volvo-cars-cape-town\/\" rel=\"external nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Cape Town<\/a> and <a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmhvolvocars.co.za\/cmh-volvo-cars-bryanston\/contact-us\/\" rel=\"external nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Johannesburg<\/a> at the following prices:<\/p>\n<p>2 Bike &#8211; R6,200 (Including Electrical Adaptor)<br \/>3 Bike &#8211; R7,950 (Including Electrical Adaptor)<br \/>4 Bike &#8211; R9,650 (Including Electrical Adaptor)<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"article_h1\">MRP Ramp Control Cartridge<\/h2>\n<p>The MRP Ramp Control Cartridge brings custom on-the-trail tuning to certain RockShox forks. The Ramp Control Cartridge helps with setting end-stroke control and bottom-out force.<\/p>\n<div style=\"table-layout: fixed; display:table; width:100%; border-collapse:collapse;\" class=\"article_table\">\n<div style=\"display: table-cell; width: 50%; padding: 2px; vertical-align:top\">\n<a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-97876600-1476436743.jpg\" data-fileid=\"820338\" data-fileext=\"jpg\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"820338\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"MRP Ramp Control Cartridge 1.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-97876600-1476436743.jpg\" title=\"\"><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: table-cell; width: 50%; padding: 2px; vertical-align:top\">\n<a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-17024700-1476436745.jpg\" data-fileid=\"820339\" data-fileext=\"jpg\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"820339\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"MRP Ramp Control Cartridge 2.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-17024700-1476436745.jpg\" title=\"\"><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The major benefit here is convenience. Instead of playing with internal volume spacers which require you to dismantle the fork, the Ramp Control Cartridge allows you to make similar adjustments by turning a knob. Great for making adjustments to changing trail conditions or simply experimenting with your fork&#8217;s settings.<\/p>\n<p>The MRP Ramp Control Cartridge is compatible with the current generation Pike, Lyrik, Yari, and Boxxer World Cup forks (Solo-Air models only) and retails for R2,600.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>First Look Friday is an introduction to the gear that we are currently testing for review. This week we&#8217;ve got the brand new Scott Spark; a Volvo bike rack, and MRP&#8217;s Ramp Control Cartridge. Scott Spark 940 Since July, when the new Scott Spark range was announced, I&#8217;ve been itching to give one a ride. 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