Are you hesitating between the Scott Plasma RC Ultimate or the Scott Plasma RC Pro? Don't worry! TriathlonWorld will take you by the hand and show you all the differences. For convenience, we will talk about the Ultimate (Scott Plasma RC Ultimate) and the Pro (Scott Plasma RC Pro). Will you join us?
While the Ultimate and Pro differ in some aspects, they share a number of key features that make them both the absolute best in their class. When you choose a bike from the SCOTT Plasma RC series, you know you’re investing in a top-of-the-line triathlon bike. Below, we’ll dive into the key similarities between these two models, ensuring that you can count on both bikes to perform at your best
Both bikes feature a Plasma 6 Disc frame with the same fork, seatpost, a fully adjustable cockpit and a Syncros Belcarra TRI saddle.
Both models are equipped with no less than 5 integrated spaces for food, drinks and spare parts. SCOTT has thought of everything.
Both models are made of HMX carbon, which is specifically designed with aerodynamics in mind. Every detail is fine-tuned, for optimal aerodynamic performance.
While the SCOTT Plasma RC Ultimate and RC Pro triathlon bikes share many common features, such as their aerodynamically optimized frames and integrated storage solutions, it’s the shifting groupset and wheelset that really set these two bikes apart. These technological differences directly impact performance, ride feel, and ultimately your racing experience. Which one is right for you? Read on to find out!
The Ultimate version of the SCOTT Plasma comes with the ZIPP 858 NSW wheelset. The 858 NSW wheels are designed for maximum aerodynamic efficiency, ideal for time trials and triathlons. The wheels of the Plasma Ultimate (Zipp 858 NSW) are notably lighter (1358 grams) than the wheelset found on the Pro version (1450 grams).
The SCOTT Plasma RC Pro comes with the Zipp 404 Firecrest wheelset, which are specifically designed for versatility and performance on various terrain. The 404 Firecrest offers a good balance between aerodynamics and weight. The wheels on the Plasma Pro (Zipp 404 Firecrest) are notably slightly heavier (1450 grams) than the wheelset found on the Ultimate model (1358 grams).
Weight
The SCOTT Plasma RC Ultimate is equipped with the Zipp 858 NSW Carbon wheels, with a total weight of 1358 grams .
The SCOTT Plasma RC Pro is equipped with the Zipp 404 Firecrest Carbon wheels, with a total weight of 1450 grams .
The SCOTT Plasma RC Ultimate is equipped with SRAM RED eTap AXS shifting, a 24-speed electronic shifting system known for its wireless functionality and exceptional shifting performance. This top-of-the-line system delivers seamless, precise shifts specifically designed to take your performance to the next level.
The SCOTT Plasma RC Pro is equipped with Shimano’s Ultegra Di2 groupset, a 24-speed electronic shifting system renowned for its precision and reliability. Ultegra Di2 offers seamless, wireless shifting with advanced customizability via Shimano’s E-TUBE app, giving you the ability to personalize your shifting experience to your preference.
System
To properly assess the value of both systems, it is good to know that SRAM RED is the most expensive group from SRAM, while Shimano Ultegra is the second best group from Shimano , with Dura-Ace above it. Is Ultegra bad then? No, not at all. A very good group that is not inferior in terms of performance.
Both bikes share a top-of-the-range frame and saddle, but differ in their groupset and weight. The Ultimate, equipped with the SRAM RED eTap AXS system, is lighter than the Pro, which uses the Shimano Ultegra Di2 system. As for the wheelsets, the Zipp 858 NSW offers maximum aerodynamic efficiency and is lighter, ideal for time trials and triathlons. The Zipp 404 Firecrest, on the other hand, offers a good balance between aerodynamics and weight, making it more versatile and suitable for different types of terrain.
Are you going for the highest possible, do you want to leave nothing to chance and do you want the best of the best? Then the Ultimate is the perfect bike for you! Do you want to be on the front row for a dime? Then the Pro is a good bike for you!
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