The Iron Horse

About 6 months ago, I wasn't into any form of sports. I had passion for none. However one special night, I went out cycling with my classmates. That changed my life. I was struck by this desire for speed, adrenaline and performance. It made all my problems go away... Every push of the pedals, the wind in my hair. I felt great. I wanted more. I. Was. Poisoned.


Welcome to the world of cycling.

So this is where I searched for her. Waited days, weeks and months. before finally finding her. It was love at first sight and I knew I had to have her. And I did.

She's no iron woman nor is she a woman to begin with. Ladies and gentlemen, meet Lucy, the 2010 Scott Scale 70.

The 2010 Scott Scale series boast the best geometry and lightest frame which is no match for any of its rivals in its class. Scott's Scale series represents the racing Cross Country or XC bikes. Its long top tube coupled its angle makes it a well balanced bike frame where the rider's center of gravity is centered  between the tires giving it great stability. Also, it allows riders to climb hills much faster and easily as compared to their rivals. The seat angle is nice placed for maximum pedaling efficiency and weight distribution to for grip on its tires. It also aids in giving the rider better climbing performance.

The 2010 Scale 70 parts are as shown below:

Fork:  Rock Shox Dart 2 / Alloy Steerer Coil Spring / Key turn Lockout Rebound adjustable / 100 mm travel

Front Derailleur:  Shimano Deore FC-M590 / 34.9mm

Rear Derailleur:  Shimano SLX RD-M660 SGS

Shifters:  Shimano Deore SL-M590 Rapid-fire plus / 2 way release w/gear indicator

Chain set:  Shimano FC-M442 Octalink

Chain rings:  44x32x22 Teeth

Bottom Bracket:  Shimano ES25 Octalink / 68-118mm

Cassette:  Shimano CS HG-50 -9 11-32 Teeth

Chain:  Shimano CN-HG53

Pedals:  Wellgo C128

Front Brake:  Shimano BR-M486 Disc

Rear Brake:  Shimano BR-M486 Disc

Brake Levers:  Shimano BR-M486 Disc

Handlebars:  Scott Pilot 18 Team

Stem:  Scott Comp 4 Bolt / OS 31.8mm

Rims:  Alex XC-44 Disc 32Hole / Eyelets / White

Front Hub:  Scott Team Disc CL

Rear Hub:  Shimano FH-RM65 Disc CL

Spokes:  Stainless Black 15G / 1.8mm

Front Tyre:  Schwalbe Rocket Ron 26 x 2.1 / 50EPI Kevlar Bead Performance Series

Rear Tyre:  Schwalbe Rocket Ron 26 x 2.1 / 50EPI Kevlar Bead Performance Series

Seat post:  Scott Comp / 31.6mm

Coming up next: A capped thirst