Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame aluminium -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox Judy
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Groupset Altus, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
BIG.NINE TFS III, material: aluminum, 29x2.25" max. wheelsize, 135x9mm axle standard, BSA bottom bracket standard
Suspension Fork
Rock Shox Judy TK, Coil, 100mm suspension travel Lockout, 46mm fork offset, 29x2.25" max. wheelsize
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano RD-M370
Front Derailleur
Shimano FD-M2020-TS [2s]
Shift Levers
Shimano ST-EF505-2L
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG200, 11-32 teeth, 9 speed
Crank
Shimano MT101-2, 36-22 teeth, 170 mm-S, 175 mm-M/XXL
Bottom Bracket
BSA, 73mm, threaded
Chain
KMC M99
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano TX505, 100x9mm width front hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock
Rear Hub
Shimano TX505, 135x9mm width rear hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock
Rims
MERIDA CC, 17mm inner width, material: aluminium
Spokes
Black steel
Tires
MERIDA K1080, 29x2.2", wire
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano ST-EF505, BR-MT200 brake caliper
Disk Rotors
Shimano RT10, 160 mm
Cockpit
Handlebar
MERIDA CC, material: aluminium, 690mm width, 15mm rise
Headset
MERIDA M2345
Seat
Saddle
MERIDA SPORT COMFORT
Seatpost
MERIDA CC, material: aluminium, 30.9mm diameter, 15mm setback
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.6 mm | 1.57 mm | 1.55 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.5 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 314 mm | 314 mm | 314 mm | 314 mm | 314 mm |
| Front Center | 636 mm | 657 mm | 677 mm | 698 mm | 719 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 45 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 87 mm | 87 mm | 88 mm | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Stack | 618 mm | 632 mm | 646 mm | 660 mm | 674 mm |
| Reach | 386 mm | 402 mm | 418 mm | 433 mm | 449 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 574 mm | 594 mm | 614 mm | 634 mm | 654 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 370 mm | 430 mm | 470 mm | 510 mm | 560 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 115 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm | 160 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1073 mm | 1094 mm | 1114 mm | 1135 mm | 1156 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Standover Height | 683 mm | 731 mm | 767 mm | 804 mm | 847 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
BIG.NINE 60-2x completes the Merida Bignine model. Merida released 236 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2022, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Merida BIG.NINE 15 2022 is the cheapest bike model and costs 528$. Merida BIG.NINE 7000 2022 is the most expensive one and costs 3502$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Crosscountry bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
This bike was released in 2022 and its price was 674$. In conclusion, this bike price is 182.64% lower than the price of the average Crosscountry bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Judy model. The travel on this model is 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the BIG.NINE 60-2x model has 29″ aluminum wheels. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.