Nino Schurter himself explains in this video how to set up his SCOTT Spark special edition for the Cape Epic 2024

The Cape Epic 2024 is at the halfway point of the race and the Schurter-Fini pair are directly fighting for the final victory. For the occasion, the 10-time world champion is racing with a special edition of his SCOTT Spark RC and he tells you all about it in this video.

 

A detailed look at the SCOTT Spark, with Flight Attendant and all the necessary tools and spare parts, special edition for Absa Cape Epic 2024

The Cape Epic is considered the Tour de France of mountain biking, and although Nino Schurter has already won it before, he and his team have also seen that in this race you can go from glory to drama in a matter of kilometers. This is what makes this race unique.

N1NO debuted a special edition of the SCOTT Spark RC customized for the occasion in South Africa. Its unique design, matching Sebastian Fini's Lapierre, is inspired by the South African national colors and the configuration has been specifically chosen for this race. It will also be the first time we see it in competition with the new Flight Attendant suspensions once they are released.

This edition Nino will race for World Bicycle Relief

It surprised us all when Nino Schurter decided for the first time to team up with a rider who is not from his team, this time he will race with Sebastian Fini from Lapierre Mavic Unity, but it will be for a greater cause. Both will compete for the NGO World Bicycle Relief, whose mission is to change people and societies with the power of the bicycle, a cause that Schurter has been supporting for years. Their logo and colors will be reflected on both the bikes and the gear of both riders.

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"I have always believed that bicycles have the power to change people's lives, especially through the work done with World Bicycle Relief. It is an organization very close to my heart and I am very happy to support them in any way I can and continue to raise awareness about their important work in Africa and beyond." Schurter said a few days before starting this new edition of the Cape Epic.

As you know, during the long days of the Cape Epic, riders will not have external mechanical assistance, which marks a radical difference from World Cup races where Schurter has the invaluable and efficient help of Yanick, his trusted mechanic. That's why this is one of the few races where we see Nino Schurter's Spark loaded with the spare parts and tools that most of us usually carry on any ride.

Before seeing the final setup for the race, it's worth remembering that last year Nino used the race number to carry some small tools, like a knife, and it's important to note that when racing in pairs, tools and spare parts are usually divided to carry duplicates.

Complete setup of Nino Schurter's SCOTT Spark RC Cape Epic

• Frame: SCOTT Spark RC Carbon HMX Custom
• Fork: ROCKSHOX SID Ultimate Flight Attendant
• Shock: ROCKSHOX SIDLuxe Ultimate Flight Attendant Custom
• Remote control: SRAM AXS Pod Ultimate Controller
• Handlebar: SYNCROS FRASER IC SL WC / -40° / 80mm / 700mm
• Computer mount: SYNCROS XC Top Cap Computer Mount
• Dropper post: ROCKSHOX Reverb AXS 100mm, Titanium Bolts
• Saddle: SYNCROS Tofino Regular SL Channel
• Grips: SYNCROS Silicon
• Pedals: HT COMPONENTS M2 Titanium
• Derailleur: SRAM XX SL EAGLE Transmission AXS 12Speed
• Shifter: SRAM AXS Pod Ultimate Controller
• Crankset and chainring: SRAM XX SL Eagle Transmission Power Meter, 170mm / 38T Chainring
• Chain: SRAM XX SL Eagle Transmission Chain
• Cassette: SRAM XX SL CS-1299 Eagle Transmission / 10-52T
• Brakes: SRAM LEVEL Ultimate Stealth 4 Piston
• Wheels: SYNCROS SILVERTON 1.0s
• Tires: MAXXIS Aspen 2.4 CapeEpic Version
• Bottle cage: TOPEAK Shuttle Cage Z Recycled Carbon
• Computer: GARMIN Edge 130 Plus
• Sealant: OKO Magic Milk High Fibre
• Mini pump: TOPEAK Race Rocket MT
• CO2 : TOPEAK Airbooster
• Bag: TOPEAK Elemental Pack