Comments on: Cervelo R3SL or Scott Addict R2?

By: Samuel

Samuel — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 09:24:48 +0000

I’ve noticed the components downgrade you are talking about at one of my riding mates. He asked me an opinion and I told him to go for the Scott Addict R2. The price paid was ridiculous, I don’t remember how much was exaclty, but he paid about 2000€ (2880$). If you want dura-ace mounted groupset on your Addict, then you should buy the Addict R1 or Additct RC.

I believe that the main reason Scott changed the R2 components was to diversifying in prices for all biker levels. Why can not ride an Addict frame if you don’t have the money?

By: Qq

Qq — Sun, 10 Jul 2011 21:23:41 +0000

I have a 2009 Scott Addict R2 came with Dura Ace. My bike picks up speed very well, hill climb like walking in the park and riding on bad road is very forgiving. However, I think the newer R2 is not the same as the 2009 model. Just one step down on components group from Dura Ace (R2-2009) to Ultegra (R2- made in 2010 and 2011) and the price change from $7,500-$8,100 (sold in 2009) to $3,300 to $3,500 (sold in 2010 and 2011) -this is ridiculous.

I will NEVER buy a Scott brand bike again even how well they make it. You can buy a Cervelo S5 from $3,800 – it is better design and more aero.

By: Ghost Rider

Ghost Rider — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 22:47:54 +0000

I have a 2008 R2 and I have ridden the Cervelo R3 (not SL). I also have a Colnago President, Scott Addict SL and a Look 555.

R2 definitely is on the stiff side and will require your full attention. But what a ride! Goes up hills like a monkey. I have the Colnago and it’s smooth as glass but just not as efficient going up hills as the R2. As for the R3, I love the smoothness and it is stiffer than my Colnago but not as stiff as the R2.

If you are only getting 1 bike, then go for the R3SL, it will satisfy most of your needs. The R2 maybe too stiff for regular guys like you and me. However, if you can handle the stiffness of the R2, you will be rewarded with the greatest feeling when you climb up that hill ahead of all your pals!

Best scenario, Have the R2 for hilly days, Colnago President for the century, R3SL for the in betweens. I am gonna pick up an R3SL one of these days!

By: Tyrone Biggins

Tyrone Biggins — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 15:05:18 +0000

The addict front derailleur mount works perfectly. I am a mechanic, shop manager, and Addict rider. Charlie Deeks, don’t know where you came up with that myth of difficulties!!! The Addict is a great all-around race bike. Throw away the hacksaw, save your steerer tube, and rock a slightly angled stem in the upward-tilt position and it’ll feel comfy AND twitchy! YAY!

By: Charlie Deeks

Charlie Deeks — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 09:42:23 +0000

The Addict R2 front derailleur hanger is carbon fibre, not “alloy for strength.” I haven’t had any trouble with it, but some owners say front derailleur alignment is difficult, and once it is aligned, getting it to stay that way. The Addict R2 is an amazing ride. Stiff, but not too unforgiving over rough patches. I say go with that! Cheers!

By: Robert Anderson

Robert Anderson — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 09:10:43 +0000

I’ve had my R2 for just over two years now and love it. I’m 55-years’-old, 175 lbs. and have a surgically-repaired lower back. I have never had a problem with gear adjustment. I never have had back or neck pains after riding and I have done several centuries. The bike is a dream to ride: super light, super responsive and super fast. On steep hills, the bike’s lightest is a real advantage. The bike was developed with input from several riders from the old Sauvier-Duval ProTour team (sp?).