Merida BIG.NINE 80 2021
2021 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,238$
Weight | 13.6 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox Judy
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Groupset Deore -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
BIG.NINE TFS III, material: aluminium, 29x2.25" max. wheelsize, 135x9mm axle standard, BSA bottom bracket standard
Suspension Fork
Rock Shox Judy TK, Coil, 100mm suspension travel Lockout, 42mm fork offset, 29x2.25" max. wheelsize
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore M6100SGS Shadow+
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore SL-M6100, 12 Speed
Cassette
Shimano Deore M6100, 51-10 teeth, 12 Speed
Crank
Shimano Deore M6100, 30 teeth, 170 mm-XS/S, 175 mm-M/L
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Deore
Chain
KMC X10
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano TX505 / Shimano MT-401, 100x9mm width front hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock, 135x9mm width rear hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock
Rear Hub
Shimano TX505 / Shimano MT-401, 100x9mm width front hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock, 135x9mm width rear hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock
Rims
Merida CC, 17mm inner width, material: aluminium
Tires
MERIDA K1080, 29x2.2", wire
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT-200, BR-MT200 brake caliper
Disk Rotors
Shimano RT10, 160 mm
Cockpit
Stem
MERIDA CC, material: aluminium, 31.8mm diameter, 6° stem angle, 70 mm-XS/S, 80 mm-M, 90 mm-L
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" |
About this model
BIG.NINE 80 is a Merida Bignine model. There are 236 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Merida Bignine bikes models from 2021, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Merida BIG.NINE 15 (3x) 2021 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 496$. Merida BIG.NINE 7000 2021 on the other hand costs 3502$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
When Merida released this model in 2021, its price was 1125$. In conclusion, this bike price is 69.33% lower than the price of the average Crosscountry bike.
Average weight for Crosscountry bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Crosscountry bike is 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Weighing 13.6 kg (29.98 lbs), the BIG.NINE 80 model is a bit heavier than average. In other words, this model is 9.68% heavier than the average Crosscountry bike.
BIG.NINE 80 components
Fork
The BIG.NINE 80 comes factory-installed with the RockShox Judy fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the BIG.NINE 80 model has 29″ aluminum wheels. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. 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 80 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.