Stages SC2 vs. SC3 Indoor Bike Comparison

	Stages SC2	Stages SC3
Frame	6061 T‑6 aluminum, Steel Blue	6061 T‑6 aluminum, Slate Grey
Stability	Hydro‑formed tubing with TIG welding for unmatched lateral support	Hydro‑formed tubing with TIG welding for unmatched lateral support
Handlebar	Stages RhythmBar™– rhythm-based riding	Stages RoadBar™– metric/power-based riding
Height Adjustments	Pop‑pin with knob (black)	FitLoc™ lever system (blue)
Saddle & Handlebar Fore/Aft Adjustments	Micro‑adjustment knob (black)	Micro‑adjustment knob (blue)
Resistance Adjustment System	SprintShift™lever (black) + magnetic resistance	SprintShift™lever (blue) + magnetic resistance
Drive System	Carbon‑Glyde™ belt drive	Carbon‑Glyde™ belt drive
Power Meter	Not included, Stages Power Meter upgrade available	Included —Stages Power Meter
Console	Not included (SIC2 not compatible)	Included — SIC2 EcoSCRN Display
Saddle	Stages Saddle — all black	Stages Saddle — grey accent
Crank Cover Branding	"Stages" branding	"Stages" branding
Flywheel Branding	No branding	"Stages" branded flywheel
Dimensions (W × L)	24.5″ × 43.5″ (62.23 cm × 110.49 cm)	24.5″ × 43.5″ (62.23 cm × 110.49 cm)
Bike Weight	96 lbs (≈ 43 kg)	96 lbs (≈ 43 kg)
Best For	Rhythm‑based classes, boutique studios, simplicity	Power training, performance metrics, advanced rider engagement