Gama SCOTT Spark RC 2026: modelos, preços e pesos atualizadosAt the recent UCI XCO World Cup in Soldier Hollow, Utah, Scott-SRAM Racing unveiled their latest innovation: the Scott Spark RC 32. This new model features 32-inch wheels, marking a significant shift in cross-country mountain biking. (cyclingmagazine.ca)
The Spark RC 32 retains the integrated shock design and sleek frame geometry of its 29-inch predecessor. Notably, it incorporates a prototype RockShox SID fork tailored for 32-inch wheels, equipped with the Flight Attendant electronic system. (en.brujulabike.com)
Team riders Fabio Püntener and Filippo Colombo have been spotted training with the Spark RC 32, while other team members continue to use the 29-inch version. (mtbcult.it)
This development follows Trek’s recent introduction of their own 32-inch cross-country bike, also featuring a RockShox SID Flight Attendant fork. (esmtb.com) The emergence of these 32-inch prototypes suggests a growing interest in larger wheel sizes within the cross-country racing community.
As the season progresses, it will be intriguing to observe how these 32-inch bikes perform in competitive settings and whether they gain traction among professional riders.