{"id":2036332,"date":"2026-07-09T14:09:21","date_gmt":"2026-07-09T11:09:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=2036332"},"modified":"2026-07-09T14:09:21","modified_gmt":"2026-07-09T11:09:21","slug":"get-a-huge-1350-saving-on-one-of-the-lightest-bikes-at-the-tour-de-france-this-could-be-the-best-bike-deal-well-see-all-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=2036332","title":{"rendered":"Get a huge $1,350 saving on one of the lightest bikes at the Tour de France \u2013 This could be the best bike deal we&#8217;ll see all summer"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[analyse_image type=&#8221;featured&#8221; src=&#8221;https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/6iavbkHVddKznJs59hyXmj-2560-80.jpg&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><article class=\"page-content-onecol flex-1\nnews-article article\n\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"widget-area-group widget-area-group-2col flex flex-wrap box-border\">\n<div id=\"widgetArea16\" class=\"widget-area basis-full md:basis-2\/3 widget-area-g-md-vp-2-3 widget-area-g-lg-vp-2-3 widget-area-g-xl-vp-2-3 page-widget-area-16\">\n<div data-widget-type=\"hero\" id=\"hero\" class=\"clear-both widget widget-hero widget-hero widget-hero-hero widget-hero widget-hero-fter-news\">\n<div class=\"news-article\">\n<header data-component-name=\"Article:Hero\">\n<nav class=\"breadcrumb\" aria-label=\"Breadcrumbs\">\n<ol>\n<li>\nBikes\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/nav>\n<h1>Get a huge $1,350 saving on one of the lightest bikes at the Tour de France \u2013 This could be the best bike deal we&#8217;ll see all summer<\/h1>\n<div class=\"byline-social\">\n<div class=\"vds-byline-block flex flex-row flex-nowrap my-1.5 gap-2 text-left items-start justify-start\" data-component-name=\"Article:BylineBlock\">\n<p>News<\/p>\n<div class=\"my-auto vds-simple-byline\"><span class=\"inline-block vds-author\"><br \/>\nBy<br \/>\nPaul Brett <\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"flex gap-1 vds-byline-with-avatar__meta\"><span class=\"vds-date block font-normal tracking-normal normal-case text-xs\"><br \/>\nPublished<br \/>\n<time data-component-name=\"UI:DateTime\" datetime=\"2026-07-09T14:09:21Z\" class=\"relative-date\"><br \/>\n9 July 2026<br \/>\n<\/time><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"strapline\">We rate the Scott Addict RC as our best lightweight bike. Low weight meets impeccable handling and a flawless build<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<aside class=\"text-gray-700 flex items-center mx-0 my-5 p-0 justify-start text-left\" id=\"affiliate-disclaimer\" data-component-name=\"AffiliateDisclaimer\">\n<p class=\"text-[color:var(--affiliate-disclaimer--text-color,inherit)] mb-2 text-[length:var(--affiliate-disclaimer--font-size,0.75rem)] leading-[18px] md:text-[13px] [&amp;&gt;a]:text-inherit [&amp;&gt;a]:underline\">\nWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. 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on the Scott Addict RC Pro.<\/p>\n<p>Competitive Cyclist has the <strong>Scott Addict RC Pro discounted by $1,350<\/strong> to $7,649, which is a rarely seen 15% off its usual $8,999 price.<\/p>\n<p>We awarded the Scott Addict RC a stellar 4.5 out of 5 stars in our review. Tester Will Jones praised the bike, saying, &#8220;The Addict RC stands alongside the very best road bikes on the market, combining a phenomenally low weight with impeccable handling and a flawless build.&#8221;<\/p>\n<div data-custom-promos=\"[&quot;Best lightweight bike&quot;]\" data-editorial-currency=\"USD\" data-editorial-price=\"7649.99\" data-editorial-was-price=\"8999.99\" data-image=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/kWJdcUMTicbGHepNTWoQ5c.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/competitivecyclist.g39l.net\/c\/221109\/368279\/5416?subId1=hawk-custom-tracking&amp;sharedId=hawk-prefix&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.competitivecyclist.com%2Fscott-addict-rc-pro-dura-ace-di2-road-bike\" data-link-merchant=\"Competitive Cyclist\" data-link-text=\"View Deal\" data-merchant-id=\"449175\" data-merchant-name=\"Competitive Cyclist\" data-merchant-network=\"ImpactRad\" data-merchant-url=\"competitivecyclist.com\" data-model-brand=\"Scott\" data-model-name=\"Scott Addict RC Pro\" data-model-product-name=\"Addict RC Pro\" data-render-type=\"editorial\" data-show-fallback=\"button\" data-show-was-price=\"promoPercentageAndSaving\" data-widget-introduction=\"&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Save $1,350&lt;\/strong&gt; The Scott Addict RC is our choice as the best lightweight bike on the market. At a claimed 6.5 kg, it&apos;s light, and comes with superb handling and an impressive spec. A full Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 electric groupset is matched with a carbon frame and fork. Syncros Capital 1.0S Carbon wheels and Schwalbe Pro One tyres complete the build. The Scott Addict RC Pro comes in a stunning Beluga Grey\/Seashore Green colourway and sizes 52-56.&lt;\/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Read our &lt;\/strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https:\/\/www.cyclingweekly.com\/reviews\/bike-reviews\/scott-addict-rc-pro-review-the-climbing-bike-is-dead-long-live-the-climbing-bike&quot; data-link-merchant=&quot;cyclingweekly.com&quot; data-merchant-name=&quot;cyclingweekly.com&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Scott Addict RC review&lt;\/strong&gt;&lt;\/a&gt;&lt;strong&gt;.&lt;\/strong&gt;&lt;\/p&gt;\" data-widget-type=\"deal\" class=\"hawk-root\">\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-container\" data-collapsible=\"false\">\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-wrap\">\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-image-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/kWJdcUMTicbGHepNTWoQ5c-200-80.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Scott Addict RC Pro\" title=\"Scott Addict RC Pro\" class=\"hawk-lazy-image-deal-widget\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"140\" height=\"160\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-text-cta-container\">\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-text-body-container\">\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-text-body-main\">\n<div class=\"hawk-promos-dealwidget\">\n<div class=\"hawk-promos-main\">\n<div class=\"hawk-promo-dealwidget\" data-type=\"custom-promo\" title=\"Best lightweight bike\">Best lightweight bike<\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-promo-dealwidget\" data-type=\"was-price-percentage-saving\" title=\"Save 15% ($1,350)\">Save 15% ($1,350)<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"hawk-deal-widget-title-product-title\">Scott Addict RC Pro:<\/span><span class=\"hawk-deal-widget-title-was-price\">was $8,999.99<\/span><span class=\"hawk-deal-widget-title-retailer-price\"><span class=\"hawk-deal-widget-title-price\">now $7,649.99<\/span><span class=\"hawk-deal-widget-title-retailer\">at Competitive Cyclist<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-text-body-description\">\n<p><strong>Save $1,350<\/strong> The Scott Addict RC is our choice as the best lightweight bike on the market. At a claimed 6.5 kg, it&#8217;s light, and comes with superb handling and an impressive spec. A full Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 electric groupset is matched with a carbon frame and fork. Syncros Capital 1.0S Carbon wheels and Schwalbe Pro One tyres complete the build. The Scott Addict RC Pro comes in a stunning Beluga Grey\/Seashore Green colourway and sizes 52-56.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Read our <\/strong><strong>Scott Addict RC review<\/strong><strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-footer\">\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-button-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-preferred-partner-wrapper\"><span>View Deal<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"elk-356f4de6-7b77-11f1-bfef-699b9d1f2eba\">Scott says the Addict RC represents the absolute pinnacle of the brand&#8217;s road racing lineup. Featuring the Addict RC HMX carbon frame, engineered to be exceptionally light and stiff.<\/p>\n<p>In our review, Will tested the Addict RC in its Ultimate guise, which weighed in at just 6.4kg. The Pro version on offer here has a claimed weight of 6.5kg.<\/p>\n<p>For comparison, two of our favourite lightweight options with the same Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 build are the Cannondale SuperSix Evo, weighing in at around 6.6kg, and the Factor O2 VAM Disc, which is roughly 6.4kg.<\/p>\n<p>Both these bikes, of course, are some of the best road bikes you could ever wish to own. Priced at over $10,000, they don&#8217;t come close to the Scott Addict RC Pro deal price at Competitive Cyclist, and we think the Scott represents incredible value for money.<\/p>\n<p>Will summed up his testing by saying, &#8220;If you love riding bikes, you\u2019ll adore the Scott Addict RC, and while I haven\u2019t tested the lower-tier models, the geometry will be consistent, and so I am pretty confident in saying that probably applies throughout the range.&#8221; and concluded, &#8220;The Addict RC is absolutely one of the best road bikes you can buy today.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Unfortunately, this specific deal applies to US shoppers only. If you are reading this in the UK, I&#8217;ve found the <strong>Scott Addict RC Pro in Carbon Black discounted by 24%<\/strong>to \u00a36,550.00 from \u00a38,599. 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An award-winning photographer, when not riding a bike, he can be found at the side of a road world championship or a cyclocross track shooting the action. Paul was the founder, editor and writer of Proper Cycling magazine, and he&#8217;s travelled the world interviewing some of the top personalities in cycling and writing about some of the biggest cycling brands.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<div class=\"relative max-w-[1070px] viafoura-twig-component mt-6 mx-4 lg:mx-0\" data-component-name=\"Viafoura:Comments\" data-nosnippet data-community-guidelines-text=\"&lt;p class=&apos;vfcustom-community-guidelines&apos;&gt;Please follow our &lt;a href=&quot;https:\/\/www.cyclingnews.com\/about\/#section-community-guidelines&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;community guidelines&lt;\/a&gt;.&lt;\/p&gt;\" data-join-the-conversation-text=\"Join the Conversation\">\n<div class=\"absolute top-0 left-0 w-full h-full flex items-center justify-center z-50 bg-white\/90 border-1 rounded-b-[var(--comment-widget-border-radius,0)]\">\n<div class=\"p-2 text-center\">\n<p class=\"mb-3 text-lg!\">You must confirm your public display name before commenting<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-3 text-sm!\">Please logout and then login again, you will then be prompted to enter your display name.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<section class=\"mx-2 my-5 sm:mx-0\">\n<aside class=\"w-full\" data-nosnippet data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-stacked\">\n<div data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-adviser:hybrid\">\n<div class=\"text-white py-4 px-3 mb-4 bg-[#333] uppercase font-bold custom-header-styles\">Read more<\/div>\n<div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 gap-4 mt-4 mb-5\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/CiDy7Sw6ZsxyQEP9PPcJpn-840-80.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/CiDy7Sw6ZsxyQEP9PPcJpn-650-80.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/CiDy7Sw6ZsxyQEP9PPcJpn-500-80.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/CiDy7Sw6ZsxyQEP9PPcJpn-450-80.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/CiDy7Sw6ZsxyQEP9PPcJpn-320-80.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Cycling Tech &amp; Components<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">New bike day has never been more affordable \u2013 get the Giro d&#8217;Italia stage-winning Van Rysel RCR-R Pro with \u00a33,000 off at Decathlon<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/XQsffG7ttTkd5Ts7cmio3f-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/XQsffG7ttTkd5Ts7cmio3f-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/XQsffG7ttTkd5Ts7cmio3f-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/XQsffG7ttTkd5Ts7cmio3f-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/XQsffG7ttTkd5Ts7cmio3f-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Electric Bikes<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Best lightweight electric bikes: Power your rides with a low-weight e-bike boost<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pqEQoHtLAhyTh3pmVCNUCk-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pqEQoHtLAhyTh3pmVCNUCk-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pqEQoHtLAhyTh3pmVCNUCk-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pqEQoHtLAhyTh3pmVCNUCk-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pqEQoHtLAhyTh3pmVCNUCk-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Cycling Tech &amp; Components<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">The new Specialized Tarmac SL9 is making Tour de France headlines, but the outgoing SL8 model is now heavily discounted by up to 16%<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/t64KNVMHj6KiwRshGwqbKZ-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/t64KNVMHj6KiwRshGwqbKZ-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/t64KNVMHj6KiwRshGwqbKZ-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/t64KNVMHj6KiwRshGwqbKZ-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/t64KNVMHj6KiwRshGwqbKZ-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Road Bikes<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Best road bikes 2026: Reviewed, rated, and ranked to help you out in the real world<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/GiVYwn5kpU8FBWsDqjMhtS-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/GiVYwn5kpU8FBWsDqjMhtS-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/GiVYwn5kpU8FBWsDqjMhtS-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/GiVYwn5kpU8FBWsDqjMhtS-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/GiVYwn5kpU8FBWsDqjMhtS-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Road Bikes<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Paul Seixas to debut prototype Van Rysel for Tour de France bid at Tour Auvergne-Rh\u00f4ne-Alpes<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/FG2esc9NHfcUpfdrLzK5yJ-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/FG2esc9NHfcUpfdrLzK5yJ-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/FG2esc9NHfcUpfdrLzK5yJ-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/FG2esc9NHfcUpfdrLzK5yJ-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/FG2esc9NHfcUpfdrLzK5yJ-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Cycling Tech &amp; Components<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Looking for a versatile and capable gravel bike? At 35% off, this Italian thoroughbred offers all the heritage of Pinarello, and is excellent value for money<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"w-full\" data-nosnippet data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-stacked\">\n<div data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-solr:latest-category\">\n<div class=\"text-white py-4 px-3 mb-4 bg-[#333] uppercase font-bold custom-header-styles\">Latest in Bikes<\/div>\n<div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 gap-4 mt-4 mb-5\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/tXsmsAnHdauKb3txzVbWVF-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/tXsmsAnHdauKb3txzVbWVF-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/tXsmsAnHdauKb3txzVbWVF-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/tXsmsAnHdauKb3txzVbWVF-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/tXsmsAnHdauKb3txzVbWVF-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Road Bikes<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Early access: Cyclingnews subscribers get first eyes on our Cannondale SuperSix Evo video review<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/WRh7H5dmDKtHb94oKUrqNM-840-80.png.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/WRh7H5dmDKtHb94oKUrqNM-650-80.png.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/WRh7H5dmDKtHb94oKUrqNM-500-80.png.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/WRh7H5dmDKtHb94oKUrqNM-450-80.png.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/WRh7H5dmDKtHb94oKUrqNM-320-80.png.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Pro Bikes<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Race bikes head-to-head: Poga\u010dar&#8217;s Colnago Y1RS vs Vingegaard&#8217;s Cerv\u00e9lo S5 &#8211; Which setup will prove fastest?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/sjyF46eBBjhmN8xCW6shJa-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/sjyF46eBBjhmN8xCW6shJa-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/sjyF46eBBjhmN8xCW6shJa-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/sjyF46eBBjhmN8xCW6shJa-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/sjyF46eBBjhmN8xCW6shJa-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Pro Bikes<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">160mm cranks, time-trial tyres and an aero saddle &#8211; race leader Jonas Vingegaard&#8217;s Tour de France race bike sweats the details<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pqEQoHtLAhyTh3pmVCNUCk-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pqEQoHtLAhyTh3pmVCNUCk-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pqEQoHtLAhyTh3pmVCNUCk-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pqEQoHtLAhyTh3pmVCNUCk-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pqEQoHtLAhyTh3pmVCNUCk-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Cycling Tech &amp; Components<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">The new Specialized Tarmac SL9 is making Tour de France headlines, but the outgoing SL8 model is now heavily discounted by up to 16%<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/QWqHFK4CkcGLmKzBqf8Zs6-840-80.png.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/QWqHFK4CkcGLmKzBqf8Zs6-650-80.png.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/QWqHFK4CkcGLmKzBqf8Zs6-500-80.png.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/QWqHFK4CkcGLmKzBqf8Zs6-450-80.png.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/QWqHFK4CkcGLmKzBqf8Zs6-320-80.png.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Pro Bikes<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Aero bottom bracket, special bolts, and a \u20ac460 saddle: No stone left unturned for Tadej Poga\u010dar&#8217;s Tour de France bike<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/vut9BgdyEgtLTgaaBsL38i-840-80.png.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/vut9BgdyEgtLTgaaBsL38i-650-80.png.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/vut9BgdyEgtLTgaaBsL38i-500-80.png.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/vut9BgdyEgtLTgaaBsL38i-450-80.png.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/vut9BgdyEgtLTgaaBsL38i-320-80.png.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Pro Bikes<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Time trial bikes head-to-head: Poga\u010dar&#8217;s Colnago TT2 vs Vingegaard&#8217;s Cerv\u00e9lo P5, who has the best setup?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"w-full\" data-nosnippet data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-stacked\">\n<div data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-solr:latest-articletype\">\n<div class=\"text-white py-4 px-3 mb-4 bg-[#333] uppercase font-bold custom-header-styles\">Latest in News<\/div>\n<div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 gap-4 mt-4 mb-5\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/w63Tpp9BSGzPp2KVLQC796-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/w63Tpp9BSGzPp2KVLQC796-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/w63Tpp9BSGzPp2KVLQC796-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/w63Tpp9BSGzPp2KVLQC796-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/w63Tpp9BSGzPp2KVLQC796-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Teams &amp; Riders<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Torsten Tr\u00e6en suffers heavy crash on Tourmalet descent, loses Tour de France yellow jersey<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/XatvRMDcYdZjcRx4H2zTuT-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/XatvRMDcYdZjcRx4H2zTuT-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/XatvRMDcYdZjcRx4H2zTuT-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/XatvRMDcYdZjcRx4H2zTuT-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/XatvRMDcYdZjcRx4H2zTuT-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Teams &amp; Riders<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Cian Uijtdebroeks withdraws from Tour de France on Col du Tourmalet<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/FWy6pogBch3kwfeyoybqZa-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/FWy6pogBch3kwfeyoybqZa-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/FWy6pogBch3kwfeyoybqZa-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/FWy6pogBch3kwfeyoybqZa-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/FWy6pogBch3kwfeyoybqZa-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Rules<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Huub Artz drops out of Tour de France breakaway after being pulled up on illegal position on the bike<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bXZtTvVGuXUJL8mi94DuYc-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bXZtTvVGuXUJL8mi94DuYc-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bXZtTvVGuXUJL8mi94DuYc-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bXZtTvVGuXUJL8mi94DuYc-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bXZtTvVGuXUJL8mi94DuYc-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Rules<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Why was Jonas Vingegaard given the same time as Tadej Poga\u010dar despite finishing 12 seconds down on Tour de France stage 5? The three-second rule explained<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/SLa24MuqFKpQpittbjbwK9-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/SLa24MuqFKpQpittbjbwK9-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/SLa24MuqFKpQpittbjbwK9-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/SLa24MuqFKpQpittbjbwK9-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/SLa24MuqFKpQpittbjbwK9-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Teams &amp; Riders<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">&#8216;I don\u2019t understand why I was alone, we have an amazing chance to race the Tour de France&#8217; \u2013 A pat on the back from Poga\u010dar as Baptiste Veistroffer saves the day<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br 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saving on one of the lightest bikes at the Tour de France \u2013 This could be the best bike deal we&#8217;ll see all summer<\/h1>\n<div class=\"byline-social\">\n<div class=\"vds-byline-block flex flex-row flex-nowrap my-1.5 gap-2 text-left items-start justify-start\" data-component-name=\"Article:BylineBlock\">\n<p>News<\/p>\n<div class=\"my-auto vds-simple-byline\"><span class=\"inline-block vds-author\"><br \/>\nBy<br \/>\nPaul Brett <\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"flex gap-1 vds-byline-with-avatar__meta\"><span class=\"vds-date block font-normal tracking-normal normal-case text-xs\"><br \/>\nPublished<br \/>\n<time data-component-name=\"UI:DateTime\" datetime=\"2026-07-09T14:09:21Z\" class=\"relative-date\"><br \/>\n9 July 2026<br \/>\n<\/time><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"strapline\">We rate the Scott Addict RC as our best lightweight bike. 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on the Scott Addict RC Pro.<\/p>\n<p>Competitive Cyclist has the <strong>Scott Addict RC Pro discounted by $1,350<\/strong> to $7,649, which is a rarely seen 15% off its usual $8,999 price.<\/p>\n<p>We awarded the Scott Addict RC a stellar 4.5 out of 5 stars in our review. Tester Will Jones praised the bike, saying, &#8220;The Addict RC stands alongside the very best road bikes on the market, combining a phenomenally low weight with impeccable handling and a flawless build.&#8221;<\/p>\n<div data-custom-promos=\"[&quot;Best lightweight bike&quot;]\" data-editorial-currency=\"USD\" data-editorial-price=\"7649.99\" data-editorial-was-price=\"8999.99\" data-image=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/kWJdcUMTicbGHepNTWoQ5c.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/competitivecyclist.g39l.net\/c\/221109\/368279\/5416?subId1=hawk-custom-tracking&amp;sharedId=hawk-prefix&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.competitivecyclist.com%2Fscott-addict-rc-pro-dura-ace-di2-road-bike\" data-link-merchant=\"Competitive Cyclist\" data-link-text=\"View Deal\" data-merchant-id=\"449175\" data-merchant-name=\"Competitive Cyclist\" data-merchant-network=\"ImpactRad\" data-merchant-url=\"competitivecyclist.com\" data-model-brand=\"Scott\" data-model-name=\"Scott Addict RC Pro\" data-model-product-name=\"Addict RC Pro\" data-render-type=\"editorial\" data-show-fallback=\"button\" data-show-was-price=\"promoPercentageAndSaving\" data-widget-introduction=\"&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Save $1,350&lt;\/strong&gt; The Scott Addict RC is our choice as the best lightweight bike on the market. At a claimed 6.5 kg, it&apos;s light, and comes with superb handling and an impressive spec. A full Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 electric groupset is matched with a carbon frame and fork. Syncros Capital 1.0S Carbon wheels and Schwalbe Pro One tyres complete the build. The Scott Addict RC Pro comes in a stunning Beluga Grey\/Seashore Green colourway and sizes 52-56.&lt;\/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Read our &lt;\/strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https:\/\/www.cyclingweekly.com\/reviews\/bike-reviews\/scott-addict-rc-pro-review-the-climbing-bike-is-dead-long-live-the-climbing-bike&quot; data-link-merchant=&quot;cyclingweekly.com&quot; data-merchant-name=&quot;cyclingweekly.com&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Scott Addict RC review&lt;\/strong&gt;&lt;\/a&gt;&lt;strong&gt;.&lt;\/strong&gt;&lt;\/p&gt;\" data-widget-type=\"deal\" class=\"hawk-root\">\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-container\" data-collapsible=\"false\">\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-wrap\">\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-image-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/kWJdcUMTicbGHepNTWoQ5c-200-80.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Scott Addict RC Pro\" title=\"Scott Addict RC Pro\" class=\"hawk-lazy-image-deal-widget\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"140\" height=\"160\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-text-cta-container\">\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-text-body-container\">\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-text-body-main\">\n<div class=\"hawk-promos-dealwidget\">\n<div class=\"hawk-promos-main\">\n<div class=\"hawk-promo-dealwidget\" data-type=\"custom-promo\" title=\"Best lightweight bike\">Best lightweight bike<\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-promo-dealwidget\" data-type=\"was-price-percentage-saving\" title=\"Save 15% ($1,350)\">Save 15% ($1,350)<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"hawk-deal-widget-title-product-title\">Scott Addict RC Pro:<\/span><span class=\"hawk-deal-widget-title-was-price\">was $8,999.99<\/span><span class=\"hawk-deal-widget-title-retailer-price\"><span class=\"hawk-deal-widget-title-price\">now $7,649.99<\/span><span class=\"hawk-deal-widget-title-retailer\">at Competitive Cyclist<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-text-body-description\">\n<p><strong>Save $1,350<\/strong> The Scott Addict RC is our choice as the best lightweight bike on the market. At a claimed 6.5 kg, it&#8217;s light, and comes with superb handling and an impressive spec. A full Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 electric groupset is matched with a carbon frame and fork. Syncros Capital 1.0S Carbon wheels and Schwalbe Pro One tyres complete the build. The Scott Addict RC Pro comes in a stunning Beluga Grey\/Seashore Green colourway and sizes 52-56.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Read our <\/strong><strong>Scott Addict RC review<\/strong><strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-footer\">\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-button-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-preferred-partner-wrapper\"><span>View Deal<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"elk-356f4de6-7b77-11f1-bfef-699b9d1f2eba\">Scott says the Addict RC represents the absolute pinnacle of the brand&#8217;s road racing lineup. Featuring the Addict RC HMX carbon frame, engineered to be exceptionally light and stiff.<\/p>\n<p>In our review, Will tested the Addict RC in its Ultimate guise, which weighed in at just 6.4kg. The Pro version on offer here has a claimed weight of 6.5kg.<\/p>\n<p>For comparison, two of our favourite lightweight options with the same Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 build are the Cannondale SuperSix Evo, weighing in at around 6.6kg, and the Factor O2 VAM Disc, which is roughly 6.4kg.<\/p>\n<p>Both these bikes, of course, are some of the best road bikes you could ever wish to own. Priced at over $10,000, they don&#8217;t come close to the Scott Addict RC Pro deal price at Competitive Cyclist, and we think the Scott represents incredible value for money.<\/p>\n<p>Will summed up his testing by saying, &#8220;If you love riding bikes, you\u2019ll adore the Scott Addict RC, and while I haven\u2019t tested the lower-tier models, the geometry will be consistent, and so I am pretty confident in saying that probably applies throughout the range.&#8221; and concluded, &#8220;The Addict RC is absolutely one of the best road bikes you can buy today.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Unfortunately, this specific deal applies to US shoppers only. If you are reading this in the UK, I&#8217;ve found the <strong>Scott Addict RC Pro in Carbon Black discounted by 24%<\/strong>to \u00a36,550.00 from \u00a38,599. 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An award-winning photographer, when not riding a bike, he can be found at the side of a road world championship or a cyclocross track shooting the action. Paul was the founder, editor and writer of Proper Cycling magazine, and he&#8217;s travelled the world interviewing some of the top personalities in cycling and writing about some of the biggest cycling brands.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<div class=\"relative max-w-[1070px] viafoura-twig-component mt-6 mx-4 lg:mx-0\" data-component-name=\"Viafoura:Comments\" data-nosnippet data-community-guidelines-text=\"&lt;p class=&apos;vfcustom-community-guidelines&apos;&gt;Please follow our &lt;a href=&quot;https:\/\/www.cyclingnews.com\/about\/#section-community-guidelines&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;community guidelines&lt;\/a&gt;.&lt;\/p&gt;\" data-join-the-conversation-text=\"Join the Conversation\">\n<div class=\"absolute top-0 left-0 w-full h-full flex items-center justify-center z-50 bg-white\/90 border-1 rounded-b-[var(--comment-widget-border-radius,0)]\">\n<div class=\"p-2 text-center\">\n<p class=\"mb-3 text-lg!\">You must confirm your public display name before commenting<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-3 text-sm!\">Please logout and then login again, you will then be prompted to enter your display name.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<section class=\"mx-2 my-5 sm:mx-0\">\n<aside class=\"w-full\" data-nosnippet data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-stacked\">\n<div data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-adviser:hybrid\">\n<div class=\"text-white py-4 px-3 mb-4 bg-[#333] uppercase font-bold custom-header-styles\">Read more<\/div>\n<div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 gap-4 mt-4 mb-5\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/CiDy7Sw6ZsxyQEP9PPcJpn-840-80.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/CiDy7Sw6ZsxyQEP9PPcJpn-650-80.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/CiDy7Sw6ZsxyQEP9PPcJpn-500-80.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/CiDy7Sw6ZsxyQEP9PPcJpn-450-80.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/CiDy7Sw6ZsxyQEP9PPcJpn-320-80.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Cycling Tech &amp; Components<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">New bike day has never been more affordable \u2013 get the Giro d&#8217;Italia stage-winning Van Rysel RCR-R Pro with \u00a33,000 off at Decathlon<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/XQsffG7ttTkd5Ts7cmio3f-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/XQsffG7ttTkd5Ts7cmio3f-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/XQsffG7ttTkd5Ts7cmio3f-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/XQsffG7ttTkd5Ts7cmio3f-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/XQsffG7ttTkd5Ts7cmio3f-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Electric Bikes<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Best lightweight electric bikes: Power your rides with a low-weight e-bike boost<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pqEQoHtLAhyTh3pmVCNUCk-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pqEQoHtLAhyTh3pmVCNUCk-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pqEQoHtLAhyTh3pmVCNUCk-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pqEQoHtLAhyTh3pmVCNUCk-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pqEQoHtLAhyTh3pmVCNUCk-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Cycling Tech &amp; Components<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">The new Specialized Tarmac SL9 is making Tour de France headlines, but the outgoing SL8 model is now heavily discounted by up to 16%<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/t64KNVMHj6KiwRshGwqbKZ-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/t64KNVMHj6KiwRshGwqbKZ-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/t64KNVMHj6KiwRshGwqbKZ-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/t64KNVMHj6KiwRshGwqbKZ-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/t64KNVMHj6KiwRshGwqbKZ-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Road Bikes<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Best road bikes 2026: Reviewed, rated, and ranked to help you out in the real world<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/GiVYwn5kpU8FBWsDqjMhtS-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/GiVYwn5kpU8FBWsDqjMhtS-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/GiVYwn5kpU8FBWsDqjMhtS-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/GiVYwn5kpU8FBWsDqjMhtS-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/GiVYwn5kpU8FBWsDqjMhtS-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Road Bikes<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Paul Seixas to debut prototype Van Rysel for Tour de France bid at Tour Auvergne-Rh\u00f4ne-Alpes<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/FG2esc9NHfcUpfdrLzK5yJ-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/FG2esc9NHfcUpfdrLzK5yJ-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/FG2esc9NHfcUpfdrLzK5yJ-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/FG2esc9NHfcUpfdrLzK5yJ-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/FG2esc9NHfcUpfdrLzK5yJ-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Cycling Tech &amp; Components<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Looking for a versatile and capable gravel bike? At 35% off, this Italian thoroughbred offers all the heritage of Pinarello, and is excellent value for money<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"w-full\" data-nosnippet data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-stacked\">\n<div data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-solr:latest-category\">\n<div class=\"text-white py-4 px-3 mb-4 bg-[#333] uppercase font-bold custom-header-styles\">Latest in Bikes<\/div>\n<div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 gap-4 mt-4 mb-5\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/tXsmsAnHdauKb3txzVbWVF-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/tXsmsAnHdauKb3txzVbWVF-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/tXsmsAnHdauKb3txzVbWVF-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/tXsmsAnHdauKb3txzVbWVF-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/tXsmsAnHdauKb3txzVbWVF-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Road Bikes<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Early access: Cyclingnews subscribers get first eyes on our Cannondale SuperSix Evo video review<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/WRh7H5dmDKtHb94oKUrqNM-840-80.png.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/WRh7H5dmDKtHb94oKUrqNM-650-80.png.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/WRh7H5dmDKtHb94oKUrqNM-500-80.png.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/WRh7H5dmDKtHb94oKUrqNM-450-80.png.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/WRh7H5dmDKtHb94oKUrqNM-320-80.png.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Pro Bikes<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Race bikes head-to-head: Poga\u010dar&#8217;s Colnago Y1RS vs Vingegaard&#8217;s Cerv\u00e9lo S5 &#8211; Which setup will prove fastest?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/sjyF46eBBjhmN8xCW6shJa-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/sjyF46eBBjhmN8xCW6shJa-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/sjyF46eBBjhmN8xCW6shJa-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/sjyF46eBBjhmN8xCW6shJa-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/sjyF46eBBjhmN8xCW6shJa-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Pro Bikes<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">160mm cranks, time-trial tyres and an aero saddle &#8211; race leader Jonas Vingegaard&#8217;s Tour de France race bike sweats the details<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pqEQoHtLAhyTh3pmVCNUCk-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pqEQoHtLAhyTh3pmVCNUCk-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pqEQoHtLAhyTh3pmVCNUCk-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pqEQoHtLAhyTh3pmVCNUCk-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pqEQoHtLAhyTh3pmVCNUCk-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Cycling Tech &amp; Components<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">The new Specialized Tarmac SL9 is making Tour de France headlines, but the outgoing SL8 model is now heavily discounted by up to 16%<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/QWqHFK4CkcGLmKzBqf8Zs6-840-80.png.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/QWqHFK4CkcGLmKzBqf8Zs6-650-80.png.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/QWqHFK4CkcGLmKzBqf8Zs6-500-80.png.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/QWqHFK4CkcGLmKzBqf8Zs6-450-80.png.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/QWqHFK4CkcGLmKzBqf8Zs6-320-80.png.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Pro Bikes<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Aero bottom bracket, special bolts, and a \u20ac460 saddle: No stone left unturned for Tadej Poga\u010dar&#8217;s Tour de France bike<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/vut9BgdyEgtLTgaaBsL38i-840-80.png.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/vut9BgdyEgtLTgaaBsL38i-650-80.png.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/vut9BgdyEgtLTgaaBsL38i-500-80.png.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/vut9BgdyEgtLTgaaBsL38i-450-80.png.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/vut9BgdyEgtLTgaaBsL38i-320-80.png.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Pro Bikes<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Time trial bikes head-to-head: Poga\u010dar&#8217;s Colnago TT2 vs Vingegaard&#8217;s Cerv\u00e9lo P5, who has the best setup?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"w-full\" data-nosnippet data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-stacked\">\n<div data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-solr:latest-articletype\">\n<div class=\"text-white py-4 px-3 mb-4 bg-[#333] uppercase font-bold custom-header-styles\">Latest in News<\/div>\n<div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 gap-4 mt-4 mb-5\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/w63Tpp9BSGzPp2KVLQC796-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/w63Tpp9BSGzPp2KVLQC796-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/w63Tpp9BSGzPp2KVLQC796-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/w63Tpp9BSGzPp2KVLQC796-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/w63Tpp9BSGzPp2KVLQC796-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Teams &amp; Riders<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Torsten Tr\u00e6en suffers heavy crash on Tourmalet descent, loses Tour de France yellow jersey<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/XatvRMDcYdZjcRx4H2zTuT-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/XatvRMDcYdZjcRx4H2zTuT-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/XatvRMDcYdZjcRx4H2zTuT-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/XatvRMDcYdZjcRx4H2zTuT-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/XatvRMDcYdZjcRx4H2zTuT-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Teams &amp; Riders<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Cian Uijtdebroeks withdraws from Tour de France on Col du Tourmalet<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/FWy6pogBch3kwfeyoybqZa-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/FWy6pogBch3kwfeyoybqZa-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/FWy6pogBch3kwfeyoybqZa-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/FWy6pogBch3kwfeyoybqZa-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/FWy6pogBch3kwfeyoybqZa-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Rules<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Huub Artz drops out of Tour de France breakaway after being pulled up on illegal position on the bike<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bXZtTvVGuXUJL8mi94DuYc-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bXZtTvVGuXUJL8mi94DuYc-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bXZtTvVGuXUJL8mi94DuYc-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bXZtTvVGuXUJL8mi94DuYc-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bXZtTvVGuXUJL8mi94DuYc-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Rules<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Why was Jonas Vingegaard given the same time as Tadej Poga\u010dar despite finishing 12 seconds down on Tour de France stage 5? The three-second rule explained<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"max-w-full sponsored-post--placeholder animate-pulse\">\n<div class=\"relative!\"><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[var(--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9)] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/SLa24MuqFKpQpittbjbwK9-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/SLa24MuqFKpQpittbjbwK9-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/SLa24MuqFKpQpittbjbwK9-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/SLa24MuqFKpQpittbjbwK9-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, 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gap-1 vds-byline-with-avatar__meta\"><span class=\"vds-date block font-normal tracking-normal normal-case text-xs\"><br \/>\nPublished<br \/>\n<time data-component-name=\"UI:DateTime\" datetime=\"2026-07-09T14:09:21Z\" class=\"relative-date\"><br \/>\n9 July 2026<br \/>\n<\/time><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"strapline\">We rate the Scott Addict RC as our best lightweight bike. 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Tester Will Jones praised the bike, saying, &#8220;The Addict RC stands alongside the very best road bikes on the market, combining a phenomenally low weight with impeccable handling and a flawless build.&#8221;<\/p>\n<div data-custom-promos=\"[&quot;Best lightweight bike&quot;]\" data-editorial-currency=\"USD\" data-editorial-price=\"7649.99\" data-editorial-was-price=\"8999.99\" data-image=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/kWJdcUMTicbGHepNTWoQ5c.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/competitivecyclist.g39l.net\/c\/221109\/368279\/5416?subId1=hawk-custom-tracking&amp;sharedId=hawk-prefix&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.competitivecyclist.com%2Fscott-addict-rc-pro-dura-ace-di2-road-bike\" data-link-merchant=\"Competitive Cyclist\" data-link-text=\"View Deal\" data-merchant-id=\"449175\" data-merchant-name=\"Competitive Cyclist\" data-merchant-network=\"ImpactRad\" data-merchant-url=\"competitivecyclist.com\" data-model-brand=\"Scott\" data-model-name=\"Scott Addict RC Pro\" data-model-product-name=\"Addict RC Pro\" data-render-type=\"editorial\" data-show-fallback=\"button\" data-show-was-price=\"promoPercentageAndSaving\" data-widget-introduction=\"&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Save $1,350&lt;\/strong&gt; The Scott Addict RC is our choice as the best lightweight bike on the market. At a claimed 6.5 kg, it&apos;s light, and comes with superb handling and an impressive spec. A full Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 electric groupset is matched with a carbon frame and fork. Syncros Capital 1.0S Carbon wheels and Schwalbe Pro One tyres complete the build. The Scott Addict RC Pro comes in a stunning Beluga Grey\/Seashore Green colourway and sizes 52-56.&lt;\/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Read our &lt;\/strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https:\/\/www.cyclingweekly.com\/reviews\/bike-reviews\/scott-addict-rc-pro-review-the-climbing-bike-is-dead-long-live-the-climbing-bike&quot; data-link-merchant=&quot;cyclingweekly.com&quot; data-merchant-name=&quot;cyclingweekly.com&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Scott Addict RC review&lt;\/strong&gt;&lt;\/a&gt;&lt;strong&gt;.&lt;\/strong&gt;&lt;\/p&gt;\" data-widget-type=\"deal\" class=\"hawk-root\">\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-container\" data-collapsible=\"false\">\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-wrap\">\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-image-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/kWJdcUMTicbGHepNTWoQ5c-200-80.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Scott Addict RC Pro\" title=\"Scott Addict RC Pro\" class=\"hawk-lazy-image-deal-widget\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"140\" height=\"160\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-text-cta-container\">\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-text-body-container\">\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-text-body-main\">\n<div class=\"hawk-promos-dealwidget\">\n<div class=\"hawk-promos-main\">\n<div class=\"hawk-promo-dealwidget\" data-type=\"custom-promo\" title=\"Best lightweight bike\">Best lightweight bike<\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-promo-dealwidget\" data-type=\"was-price-percentage-saving\" title=\"Save 15% ($1,350)\">Save 15% ($1,350)<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"hawk-deal-widget-title-product-title\">Scott Addict RC Pro:<\/span><span class=\"hawk-deal-widget-title-was-price\">was $8,999.99<\/span><span class=\"hawk-deal-widget-title-retailer-price\"><span class=\"hawk-deal-widget-title-price\">now $7,649.99<\/span><span class=\"hawk-deal-widget-title-retailer\">at Competitive Cyclist<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-text-body-description\">\n<p><strong>Save $1,350<\/strong> The Scott Addict RC is our choice as the best lightweight bike on the market. At a claimed 6.5 kg, it&#8217;s light, and comes with superb handling and an impressive spec. A full Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 electric groupset is matched with a carbon frame and fork. Syncros Capital 1.0S Carbon wheels and Schwalbe Pro One tyres complete the build. The Scott Addict RC Pro comes in a stunning Beluga Grey\/Seashore Green colourway and sizes 52-56.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Read our <\/strong><strong>Scott Addict RC review<\/strong><strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-footer\">\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-button-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"hawk-deal-widget-preferred-partner-wrapper\"><span>View Deal<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"elk-356f4de6-7b77-11f1-bfef-699b9d1f2eba\">Scott says the Addict RC represents the absolute pinnacle of the brand&#8217;s road racing lineup. Featuring the Addict RC HMX carbon frame, engineered to be exceptionally light and stiff.<\/p>\n<p>In our review, Will tested the Addict RC in its Ultimate guise, which weighed in at just 6.4kg. The Pro version on offer here has a claimed weight of 6.5kg.<\/p>\n<p>For comparison, two of our favourite lightweight options with the same Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 build are the Cannondale SuperSix Evo, weighing in at around 6.6kg, and the Factor O2 VAM Disc, which is roughly 6.4kg.<\/p>\n<p>Both these bikes, of course, are some of the best road bikes you could ever wish to own. Priced at over $10,000, they don&#8217;t come close to the Scott Addict RC Pro deal price at Competitive Cyclist, and we think the Scott represents incredible value for money.<\/p>\n<p>Will summed up his testing by saying, &#8220;If you love riding bikes, you\u2019ll adore the Scott Addict RC, and while I haven\u2019t tested the lower-tier models, the geometry will be consistent, and so I am pretty confident in saying that probably applies throughout the range.&#8221; and concluded, &#8220;The Addict RC is absolutely one of the best road bikes you can buy today.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Unfortunately, this specific deal applies to US shoppers only. If you are reading this in the UK, I&#8217;ve found the <strong>Scott Addict RC Pro in Carbon Black discounted by 24%<\/strong>to \u00a36,550.00 from \u00a38,599. 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