The Scott Contessa Spark Womens 2012 Features are:Frame: Contessa Spark Alloy 6061 custom butted, hydroformed tubes, replaceable derailleur hanger / 135mm, rear PM 160, 120mm rear travel
Rear Shock: DT Swiss M210, Air, ABS Spring, 190 x 50mm,Rebound adjustable, Lockout
Fork: Rock Shox Recon Gold RL Solo Air, Alloy steerer, Air Spring, Lockout, Rebound adjustable, 120 mm travel
Headset: Ritchey OE 1 1/8“, semi integrated 44/50mm
Stem: Scott Comp, Oversize 31.8mm, 1 1/8“, 6° angle
Speed: 27
Front Mech: Shimano SLX, FD-M660-E, DM
Rear Mech: Shimano SLX, RD-M662 SGS, Shadow Type
Chainset: Shimano Deore FC-M590, 2-piece Design,44x32x22 T
Bottom Bracket: Shimano Cartridge, 68mm shell
Cassette: Shimano CS HG-50 -9, 11-34 T
Chain: Shimano CN-HG53
Front Brake: Shimano BR-M446 Disc 180mm
Rear Brake: Shimano BR-M446 Disc 160mm
Rims: Alex XC-44 Disc , 32H, Eyelets
Front Hub: Scott Team Disc CL
Rear Hub: Shimano FH-RM66 Disc CL
Tyres: Schwalbe Rocket Ron, 26 x 2.25, 50EPI Front Schwalbe Rocket Ron, 26 x 2.25, 50EPI Rear
Seatpost: Scott Comp, 31.6mm
What is a Full Suspension Bike?
Theyre designed for a variety of off-road uses: cross-country, trail riding, free riding, downhill riding and north shore riding. They improve comfort, control and efficiency by keeping the wheels in contact with the trail more. This translates to a smoother, faster ride. Suspension travel can range widely with shorter travel more suited to cross-country and the longer travel for DH and Free ride. They can be referred to as FS, full suspension or dual suspension.