The Scott Addict has long been recognised as one of the most accomplished lightweight endurance racing bicycles in professional cycling, and this original Team Orica GreenEdge example ridden by Esteban Chaves represents a rare and significant piece of modern racing history. Completely original and built to exact team specifications, it features a Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 electronic groupset and a Dura-Ace C35 tubular carbon wheelset, perfectly reflecting the technology and precision expected at the WorldTour level. The bicycle retains Chaves’s rider name sticker on the frame, adding an extra layer of authenticity and provenance for collectors.
The Addict frame was designed for a balance of stiffness, lightweight performance, and responsive handling. Its carbon fibre construction and endurance-oriented geometry provided professional riders like Chaves with a platform capable of performing on the steep climbs of Grand Tours while remaining stable and responsive during high-speed descents and technical sections. The frame’s lightweight yet stiff construction allowed for efficient power transfer, ensuring that every pedal stroke was translated into forward momentum – a key requirement for a rider renowned for his climbing ability and aggressive racing style.
This bicycle is equipped with a full Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 electronic groupset, known for its precision, reliability, and smooth shifting under the most demanding race conditions. Paired with the Dura-Ace C35 tubular carbon wheelset, the setup ensures an optimal combination of aerodynamics, rolling efficiency, and responsiveness. Every component was chosen to match the exact specifications used by Team Orica GreenEdge during the period, making this a fully authentic representation of the professional racing machine ridden by Chaves.
Team Orica GreenEdge, now known as Team BikeExchange, has been celebrated for its professionalism, innovative approach to equipment, and development of riders capable of competing at the highest level of the UCI WorldTour. Esteban Chaves emerged as one of the team’s standout talents, with stage wins in Grand Tours, top-ten general classification results, and victories in prestigious one-day races. Bikes like this Scott Addict played a key role in supporting Chaves during his career-defining moments, combining cutting-edge technology with the precision and reliability needed for elite competition.
From a collector’s perspective, this Scott Addict is highly desirable. Original team bicycles with verified rider-specific provenance, complete with top-tier componentry and lightweight racing wheels, are rare. The combination of the Dura-Ace Di2 drivetrain, C35 tubular carbon wheels, and Chaves’s name sticker makes this bicycle a highly authentic and historically significant machine, representing the intersection of elite technology and the career of one of professional cycling’s most talented climbers.
Owning this Scott Addict Team Orica GreenEdge – Esteban Chaves is more than acquiring a high-performance bicycle; it is a tangible piece of professional cycling history. Every detail – from the Di2 electronic drivetrain to the Dura-Ace C35 tubular wheels and the original rider-specific build – reflects the standards and innovation of modern WorldTour racing. For serious collectors and cycling enthusiasts, this bicycle offers a rare opportunity to acquire an authentic, visually striking, and historically important professional racing machine, celebrating both the technology of Scott’s Addict frame and the racing legacy of Esteban Chaves.
