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...
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?
@@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. :)
@@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.
@@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 :)
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
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!
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.
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.
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!
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
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.
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.
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
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 😆
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!
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.
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.
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.
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!
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!
Great video! Scotty, please, do you remember what stem and bars are on this bike? I am pretty sure it is not, what you normally get on a Spark - I have a spark 930 2019 L - the stem is 70mm and the bars 740 are flat. I am thinking about changing the cockpit to make it feel a little bit more like a trail bike. Please, any advice? I am 6 feet 1 inch tall. Thank you!
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!
Hello Scotty... I’m pretty much confused about choosing between an spark and a Genius. I live in a big city with some trails, but they are not that “enduro” type, never the less I really love to do trails and be playful in my bike. Currently I how q Genius 2016 and I love it, I’m very used to the 160 mm fork and that’s what’s probably keeps me away from the spark... I’ve tested both but can’t make a decision! What would be you advice? What would be a massive difference in riding style or other to choose between one or other? Thanks in advance
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?
@@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. 😃
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?
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
Hi Scotty big fan. Have you ridden the 100mm RC frame ? id love to know your thoughts specifically if its worth loosing the downhill capability (20mm) for a lighter more nimble all day xc bike.
Spark is a great do it all bike. XC / Marathon / Trail. Mine is the 900 tuned 29 with fox 34 fork 130mm. Throw on the 27.5 plus and a hit the bike park.
I bought it as the 2017 Scott Spark Tuned Plus which came with the 130mm front fork. I never took to the 27.5 plus so I bought 29 wheels with it. I have a never looked back with the 29 on it. Handles any rough steep descents just as good as any longer travel 29 and climbs better. You can boost your 120mm fork to 130mm with a kit.
Curious how much yours weights as my dream build would be fairly similar,. Also curious about your height and size, seems like a good bike to size up on.
It's great that you can make enduro with a XC bike, if you are not going that crazy 120 mm travel will do . By the way ever ran into a bear in those beautiful scottish trails?
I ride a trek 9.9 ssl 26er,I'm never overtaken by anyone, full suspension or not and when on a full susser, they don't stand a chance, short travel bikes like this offer all the advantages of full suspension, without the uphill nightmare of long travel bikes, it's all good
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 !!
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Anyone realised that Scotty rides a Scott in Scotland!! Haha, great videos man keep it up!
No better place for Scott to ride Scott, than Scot-land ;-p
This gets commented on every video haha
You're a genius
Comment winner ;)
Matt M I noticed that a year ago! You must be very slow.
Thank you! This is the only video that reviews an actual 120mm bike!!! Thank you!!
@@addekker9368 ?
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.
props to your camera man who is able to run so fast to keep up with you
It was probably a drone, but if not ya then that man is insane
It was a bike. In the end you can also see the handlebars.
Uy si idol hahahaha pashout out po sa next vid
smoothest rider i've seen. smooth and fast rider
more rides and be safe scotty
Just wanted to say that you, Scotty, are a very inspiring rider
What a bike! What a ride!
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...
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?
@@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. :)
@@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.
@@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 :)
The filming in this video is absolutely top notch
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
And there is plenty more it to come - I want to keep making it better and better! :)
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!
Thanks Matt! Just trying to produce fun content for y'all... :)
Miss ya on GMBN mate!
Yes thats true
The dirtjumps were soo smooth
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.
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.
Practice makes perfect!
4:25 if you stay on the saddle you, tyre won't slip. Nice trail and nice raiding. Would love to visit Scotland, Scotty!
Yep, push your weight back and sit.
Your video quality is amazing Scotty.
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!
Thank you for the positive feedback! You inspire me to create more content like it...
Recently i put 73mm rise bar on my Spark: absolutely fantastic!
Wow Love the camera and editing style. That side view of the jumps all in a row, was so damn satisfying to watch. Subscribing!
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
Super nice! Thanks for the comment and glad it keeps you stoked!!
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.
Super trail, excellent riding, awesome camera work. Kudos to you and the cameraman.
Muchas felicidades SCOTT SPARK, yo ya estoy disfrutando de mi Scott Spark 970 202, saludos desde Guatemala.
Amazing riding! I aspire to have 10% of the skills that you have.
Two firsts in one day... awesome!
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.
Well said and that is exactly what the Spark is in my eyes!
100%
Not as fast as both but in between? I'm confused
@@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.
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
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 😆
What a trail! 😎
And the bike's cool too.
Great riding, gorgeous bike and location..
Loving my new Spark 970!
The ride along shots of the jumps are sick! Great videography in general
Thank you, I’m stoked. It worked out so well!
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??
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!
Stoked to hear that you liked it! It’s such a pleasure to ride... so capable! Looking forward to some summer trips on it!
those descents... wow~!!
That’s one of my favourite loops to do! I’m lucky enough to be able to ride it straight from the house too.
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.
I have the 940 2019 as well 😍😍
@TuGzY-11 thank you
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.
Thank YOU Scotty. YOU are te BEST.
Woah that first section was so smooooove
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.
Seeing you do the dirt jumps has me re thinking wheel size again, thanks
Spark 29 works pretty great! :)
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!
Thank you Jason! Glad you're enjoying the content... Hope we can keep surprising you this year!!
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
You have a nice office 👍🏻👍🏻
mad skills my man. and really great editing. cheers.
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!
I’m riding a large! No idea on the upgrade best check with your local dealer...
@@ScottyLaughland Alright, thanks a lot!
Awesome video Scott.
What Jacket are you wearing. Cool as!! 🤟
It’s an old Lululemon one, not sure if it ever made it in to production but it was awesome!
when the biker is "the best biker" every trail is cool, also with a "graziella"!! 🤙🤙
Thank you! :)
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
What a beautiful place to ride!
Do you have to put more air in your shocks to handle it?
Those new bike are so capable ! One bike is inaff to ride every trails !
Great video! Scotty, please, do you remember what stem and bars are on this bike? I am pretty sure it is not, what you normally get on a Spark - I have a spark 930 2019 L - the stem is 70mm and the bars 740 are flat. I am thinking about changing the cockpit to make it feel a little bit more like a trail bike. Please, any advice? I am 6 feet 1 inch tall. Thank you!
It’s a 55mm stem and 800mm bars from PRO, their Tharsis model!
@@ScottyLaughland Thank you so much! :)
sick trail man awesome riding. now im not so worried getting the merida one twenty.
Which version of the Scott spark is this? The link in the description to the bike is broken. Thanks
You are a great rider, Scotty! Great jumping skills!
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!
I’m running a 150mm Fox Transfer!
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!
Outstanding video. How close to, or beyond, the limits of the bike were you?
That’s just up the road from me, I need to get out there ASAP! Great video.
It's running awesome right now!
Great video!!! please more!
Great video man... super high quality
Hello Scotty... I’m pretty much confused about choosing between an spark and a Genius. I live in a big city with some trails, but they are not that “enduro” type, never the less I really love to do trails and be playful in my bike. Currently I how q Genius 2016 and I love it, I’m very used to the 160 mm fork and that’s what’s probably keeps me away from the spark... I’ve tested both but can’t make a decision!
What would be you advice? What would be a massive difference in riding style or other to choose between one or other? Thanks in advance
Genius ... u can still ride any trail on a genius but if u get a spark it ll be difficult on the gnarlier trails and jumps .
Iorga Serban thank you!!!!!!
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?
Will you do a video on the Scott Sub Cross 20 2020 version? I've not seen that video anywhere on UA-cam.
is there any way to fit a bashguard to the newer Sparks to protect the frame from impacts?
have you tried the strike ebike? if yes, how diff is it from spark and genius ebikes
Sick! Love your riding style 👌👌🤘
Hola !
Al parecer la maquinita es buena!
Genial!
I love my Sparky too! It's not as fancy as yours, but it's still a wonderfull machine!
What's the spec of yours?!
@@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. 😃
This videos is amazing!
Is the Scott spark 29er as capable as the norco fluid fs or the Merida one twenty 9.800?
Are the spark frames the same? Could you potentially put a longer stroke shock in a short travel spark to make it a 120?
I would imagine not, best to check with your local dealer or research online!
@@ScottyLaughland hey thanks for the quick reply! I’ll check with my local dealer.
Should I get a Genius or a Spark? I currently have an enduro and dh bike, but want something speedy uphill.
Very smooth pov video. What camera do you use?
Another great vid Scotty boy.
Rode Cambusbarron last year.
100mm hardtail. Ice everywhere.
I fell off everywhere.😂😂 😥😣
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?
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
Ahh you forgot the Sticky Toffee pudding!
would be nice to see a similar video but with the gineus. awersome video man
Hi Scotty big fan. Have you ridden the 100mm RC frame ? id love to know your thoughts specifically if its worth loosing the downhill capability (20mm) for a lighter more nimble all day xc bike.
I haven’t ridden the RC since the launch of the bike! I’d like too, maybe next year as I’ve some awesome XC rides right next to my house!
@@ScottyLaughland Thanks mate! Hope your doing well during this madness.
Spark is a great do it all bike. XC / Marathon / Trail. Mine is the 900 tuned 29 with fox 34 fork 130mm. Throw on the 27.5 plus and a hit the bike park.
That sounds like a perfect build. How is it with the 130mm up front? Bet it works well! Hmm...
I bought it as the 2017 Scott Spark Tuned Plus which came with the 130mm front fork. I never took to the 27.5 plus so I bought 29 wheels with it. I have a never looked back with the 29 on it. Handles any rough steep descents just as good as any longer travel 29 and climbs better. You can boost your 120mm fork to 130mm with a kit.
How wide are u running the handlebar?
I myself want to learn how to mountain bike in slow motion like this 😜
Please can you tell me what type of spark is it because i am finding a bike to buy and i really like this type!
This is the Ultimate 900!
Thanks!
Would you do an enduro race on it?
Cool video and great to se you wear gloves now 😁
What speedometer / display is this?
What tires are you using in this video?
I think a Magic Mary up front and a Hans Dampf on the rear.
Awesome video bro
What is the model of the scott.??.thanks fo your answer..i don 't understand very well the english languages..
It’s the SCOTT Spark! 29 x 120mm travel!
@@ScottyLaughland thank you very much sir!!!
Are you gonna put the new XTR on this bike?
Soon I will yip and how nice will that be?!
question ?
what size frame ? and how tall are you mate ?
Curious how much yours weights as my dream build would be fairly similar,. Also curious about your height and size, seems like a good bike to size up on.
I don't have a weight for it, I'll have to sort that out and get back to you. I can tell you it's lightweight! ;) I'm 189cm and the bike is a large!
Scotty Laughland do you ride a large ransom as well?
Nice video Scotty!
It's great that you can make enduro with a XC bike, if you are not going that crazy 120 mm travel will do .
By the way ever ran into a bear in those beautiful scottish trails?
We don't have any bears here thankfully! That is something I'm really glad about!
You had a bear in your video just a couple of days ago ...
I think he means a different kind of bear...
120mm / 68 HA = sweet spot biking
I ride a trek 9.9 ssl 26er,I'm never overtaken by anyone, full suspension or not and when on a full susser, they don't stand a chance, short travel bikes like this offer all the advantages of full suspension, without the uphill nightmare of long travel bikes, it's all good
What is the speedometer?
Do you not live over the other side from the baron?
what songs were used in this? Love it!
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 !!
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...
Nice Video, do you have a gimbal for GoPro?
Yip, I have the GoPro Karma grip!