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On Test: Scott Addict CX RC, November 26, 2008

The Scott Addict CX RC
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The Addict CX frame mimics the road-going version
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Oversized tubes and lots of carbon fiber
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Tall chain stays contribute to the ultra-rigid
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There is ample mud clearance
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As with the standard Addict road frame,
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The stout rear end yields superb drivetrain stiffness
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There is also gobs of clearance up top
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The beefy seat stay wishbone
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The oversized top tube is mildly ovalized
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The integrated head tube is fitted
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Scott says the extra housing mount
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The straight-bladed Ritchey WCS Carbon Cross fork
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38mm-deep Ritchey WCS Carbon tubular rims
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The DT Swiss 240s hubs
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The Continental Cyclocross Mud tubular tires
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The anatomic Ritchey Logic II Carbon handlebars
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Carbon fiber cockpit components on a 'cross bike?
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The SRAM Red transmission is ideal for 'cross
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Many pros are apparently opting for a Force front derailleur
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The FSA SL-K Light hollow carbon fiber crankset
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The unidirectional finish of the Ritchey WCS Carbon 4-Axis stem
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Yikes! Scott includes a carbon-railed saddle as well
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