Scott Addict Gravel 2027 Review: The Addict Gravel 10 in Blaze Purple

The Scott Addict Gravel 2027 is a complete rethink of Scott’s carbon gravel bike, and the Addict Gravel 10 in Blaze Purple is the pick of the range for most riders. It gets the same featherweight HMX carbon frame as the top Premium model, wireless SRAM Force XPLR AXS with a power meter, and carbon wheels. In Australia it’s $9,649, built and fitted by us at Port Melbourne Cycles.

Scott Addict Gravel 10 2027 Blaze Purple
Scott Addict Gravel 10 (2027) – Blaze Purple – a deep, saturated purple over the slim new HMX frame. View the Addict Gravel 10 Blaze Purple →

Scott Addict Gravel 10 (2027) at a glance

Frame Addict Gravel HMX carbon (Scott claims 794 g)
Fork HMX carbon, flat-mount disc, inside-leg bottle mounts
Drivetrain SRAM Force XPLR AXS wireless, 13-speed, 42T chainring, 10–46T cassette
Power meter Yes, built into the Force crankset
Brakes SRAM Force hydraulic discs, 160 mm rotors front and rear
Wheels Fulcrum Soniq GR carbon
Tyres Schwalbe G-One RX Pro, 700 x 50 mm (clears up to 57 mm)
Cockpit Syncros one-piece carbon gravel bar and stem
Extras Syncros Save-the-Day kit in the down tube, bar-end tool, tubeless plug kit
Sizes XXS to XXL (seven sizes)
Colours Blaze Purple · Lupine Grey
Price $9,649 AUD

Is the Scott Addict Gravel 2027 a new frame?

Yes. This isn’t a paint refresh. Scott redesigned the frame, fork, geometry and cockpit for the 2027 model year. So the bike moves away from pure race gravel and towards long, rough, all-day rides. However, it stays light and quick, and it keeps the riding position of Scott’s Addict road bike.

  • Much bigger tyre clearance. It now takes tyres up to 57 mm, and even 2.2-inch mountain bike tyres. It ships on fast 50 mm Schwalbes.
  • Lighter frame. Scott claims 794 g for the HMX frame, 75 g lighter than before.
  • More comfort, built into the carbon. Scott says the rear flexes up to 60% more than the old frame, and the front around 30% more. There are no pivots or elastomers to service.
  • Calmer geometry. Stack and reach both grow by 10 mm, with a 10 mm shorter cockpit, a lower bottom bracket and a longer fork offset. As a result, the bike feels steadier at speed.
  • Short, nimble back end. Despite the big clearance, the chainstays stay at 425 mm in every size.
Scott Addict Gravel 10 2027 in Blaze Purple on a gravel road
The Addict Gravel 10 in Blaze Purple. Photo: Scott Sports.

What the Addict Gravel 10 does well

Wide tyres without a lazy feel

Big tyres are the simplest suspension there is. So Scott made the chainstay remarkably thin, just 8.5 mm at its narrowest point, to fit 57 mm rubber while keeping the rear end short. Meanwhile the bike is tuned around 50 mm tyres and up. That means you can ride well past smooth gravel and still feel quick on the road home.

Scott Addict Gravel 2027 Blaze Purple thin chainstay and rear tyre clearance
The thin chainstay makes room for up to 57 mm tyres. Photo: Scott Sports.

Comfort for the long days

Scott deliberately made the frame slightly less stiff, by under 5%. That sounds odd, but it helps the tyres stay in contact on loose ground. Plus the slim seat tube, low seat stays and curved fork legs all flex in a controlled way. As a result, you finish a long day fresher.

A cockpit made for gravel

The new Syncros bar sweeps forward to give your wrists more room in corners. Also, the flare only starts below the levers, so the levers sit straight rather than tipping outwards. The drops have a bigger palm area, which makes the brakes easier to reach on rough descents.

Syncros carbon gravel cockpit on the Scott Addict Gravel 2027
The new Syncros one-piece carbon gravel cockpit. Photo: Scott Sports.

Tools and storage on board

Flats happen, so the down tube hides the Syncros Save-the-Day kit: a tube, tyre levers and a mini pump, packed so it doesn’t rattle. The bar ends hold a T25 key and a tubeless plug kit. And that one T25 fits the stem, bars, seatpost, saddle and bottle cages. There’s also a removable top tube bag, with bolts that sit flush when you take it off.

Syncros Save-the-Day kit from the Scott Addict Gravel 2027 down tube
Tube, levers and pump, all stored inside the down tube. Photo: Scott Sports.

Water on the fork, done properly

The fork has bottle mounts on the inside of the legs, not the outside. Scott claims this cuts steering inertia by 35% compared with outside mounts. So a loaded bike still steers cleanly, and you free up the main triangle for a bigger frame bag.

Why the Addict Gravel 10 is the sweet spot

The Addict Gravel 10 shares its HMX frame and one-piece carbon cockpit with the top Premium model. The difference is SRAM Force instead of SRAM Red, and Fulcrum Soniq wheels instead of Sharq. So you get the lightest frame Scott makes, wireless shifting and a power meter, for about $3,750 less than the Premium.

Scott Addict Gravel 2027 colours: Blaze Purple vs Lupine Grey

Scott Addict Gravel 10 2027 Blaze Purple frame detail
Blaze Purple – the standout colour of the range. Bold on the road, and it hides gravel dust well. View the Addict Gravel 10 Blaze Purple →

Prefer something quieter? The same bike also comes in Lupine Grey.

Who the Addict Gravel 10 is for

It suits road riders who want to head off the bitumen without giving up a fast, familiar position. Because it takes huge tyres and carries tools, water and a frame bag, it also works for light bikepacking and long mixed-surface loops. However, if you only race short, smooth gravel events, a firmer race bike may suit you better.

Scott Addict Gravel 2027 Blaze Purple set up with bikepacking bags
Loaded up for an overnighter. Photo: Scott Sports.

Around Melbourne, think the Dandenongs fire trails, the You Yangs, or rail trails out to the Macedon Ranges, then a smooth spin home along Beach Road.

Looking for a deal on an earlier Addict Gravel?

We still have some previous-generation Addict Gravel bikes on sale. These use the older frame, with less tyre clearance than the 2027 bike.

Scott Addict Gravel 2027 FAQ

How much is the Scott Addict Gravel 10 in Australia?

The 2027 Addict Gravel 10 is $9,649 AUD at Port Melbourne Cycles. The full 2027 range runs from $3,999 for the Addict Gravel 40 to $13,399 for the Premium.

What is the tyre clearance on the 2027 Addict Gravel?

Up to 57 mm, including 2.2-inch mountain bike tyres. It comes on 50 mm Schwalbe G-One RX Pro tyres.

How much does the Addict Gravel 10 weigh?

Scott quotes 8.2 kg in its range overview and around 8.7 kg in the spec tables, measured set up tubeless without the repair kit. The frame alone is a claimed 794 g.

Can I fit mudguards?

Yes. Scott says the frame is mudguard compatible, with a maximum tyre width of 50 mm when guards are fitted.

Where can I buy the Scott Addict Gravel 2027 in Melbourne?

Port Melbourne Cycles, 107 Bay St, Port Melbourne. We’ll help you pick the right one of seven sizes and set the bike up for you. Check availability on the listing or call us.

Ride the Scott Addict Gravel 2027

Have a look at the full Scott Addict Gravel range or all our gravel bikes. Then get in touch to check sizing and availability on the Addict Gravel 10 in Blaze Purple. Order online or call us.