It’s a trail bike. Scott’s down-country XC Spark is the ultimate lightweight racing evolution of a trail bike. Whereas the Trek Supercaliber is a modified hardtail with riding characteristics as such, the Spark is tuned from the opposite end of the spectrum.

It feels great to sprint side by side on the smoother courses and feel the surge of power against your squishy competitors. It’s also a simpler feel and equation to riding, One that requires body language and timing — a good dancer. It can dance more than just a dip and a two-step. Tap battle, breakdance, and pop-lock down the trail in synchronous Jinbai-Ittai.