Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox Reba
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Groupset XT -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
BIG.NINE CF3, material: carbon, 29x2.25" max. wheelsize, 148x12mm axle standard, BB92 bottom bracket standard
Suspension Fork
Rock Shox Reba RL, Air, 100mm suspension travel, Tapered, Remote lockout, 51mm fork offset
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT M8100 Shadow+, SGS
Shift Levers
Shimano XT, Multi Release
Cassette
Shimano SLX, 10-51 teeth, 12 speed
Crank
Shimano XT, 32 teeth, 170 mm-S, 175 mm-M up
Bottom Bracket
BSA, 73mm, threaded
Chain
Shimano SLX
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano SLX, 110x15mm width front hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock
Rear Hub
Shimano SLX, 148x12mm width rear hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock
Rims
MERIDA EXPERT CC, 22.8mm inner width, material: aluminium, Tubeless ready (tubeless tape and valves not included)
Spokes
Double Butted Black stainless
Tires
Maxxis Ikon, 29x2.2", fold, 3C
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XT, 2 piston
Cockpit
Handlebar
MERIDA EXPERT CC, material: aluminium, 760mm width, flat
Headset
FSA NO.55E
Seat
Saddle
MERIDA EXPERT CC, incl. MERIDA minitool
Seatpost
MERIDA EXPERT CC, material: carbon, 30.9mm diameter, 0mm setback
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.54 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.42 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm |
| Front Center | 655 mm | 676 mm | 696 mm | 717 mm | 738 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 87 mm | 87 mm | 87 mm | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Stack | 614 mm | 619 mm | 628 mm | 642 mm | 661 mm |
| Reach | 399 mm | 418 mm | 435 mm | 451 mm | 465 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 582 mm | 602 mm | 622 mm | 642 mm | 662 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 444 mm | 483 mm | 532 mm | 584 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 125 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 430 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1077 mm | 1098 mm | 1118 mm | 1139 mm | 1160 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Standover Height | 678 mm | 741 mm | 775 mm | 816 mm | 839 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
BIG.NINE XT completes the Merida Bignine model. 236 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Merida Bignine bikes models from 2023, here.
Model range prices
Merida BIG.NINE 15 2023 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 528$. On the other hand, Merida BIG.NINE 7000 2023, is the most expensive and costs 3502$.
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.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Crosscountry bike that is reliable is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
This bike was released in 2023 and its price was 2547$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that BIG.NINE XT price is 33.7% more expensive than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The RockShox Reba is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 100mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels
The wheels on BIG.NINE XT are the 29″ aluminum type. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The BIG.NINE XT comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.