Eddy Merckx 525 Rim — Shimano Dura Ace (Dreambuilder) 2020
2020 Road
Estimate price |
7,454$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Dura-Ace -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Rim
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
525 Unidirectional HM Carbon
Suspension Fork
525 Unidirectional HM Carbon
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Dura Ace (Dreambuilder)
Cassette
Shimano Ultegra 11-30
Crank
Shimano DuraAce 52/36 175
Chain
KMC x11
Wheels
Rims
Fulcrum Racing Quattro Carbon
Tires
Vredestein Fortezza Senzo Superiore
Cockpit
Stem
525 Integrated handlebar
Handlebar
525 Integrated handlebar
Seat
Saddle
Fizik Antares R5
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.4 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.51 mm | 1.54 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 268 mm | 270 mm | 270 mm | 273 mm | 273 mm |
| Front Center | 580 mm | 581 mm | 591 mm | 607 mm | 617 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 66 mm | 57 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm | 50 mm |
| Stack | 527 mm | 552 mm | 577 mm | 603 mm | 627 mm |
| Reach | 377 mm | 384 mm | 392 mm | 400 mm | 408 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 528 mm | 546 mm | 568 mm | 589 mm | 605 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 470 mm | 495 mm | 520 mm | 545 mm | 570 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71.5 ° | 73 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 74 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 127 mm | 150 mm | 174 mm | 204 mm | 228 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 412 mm | 412 mm | 412 mm | 415 mm | 415 mm |
| Wheelbase | 982 mm | 984 mm | 994 mm | 1014 mm | 1024 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 68 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm |
| Standover Height | 783 mm | 812 mm | 837 mm | 865 mm | 891 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
About this model
525 Rim — Shimano Dura Ace (Dreambuilder) belongs to the Eddymerckx 525 model. Eddy Merckx released 7 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Eddymerckx 525 bikes models from 2020, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Eddy Merckx 525 Rim — Shimano Ultegra 2020 is the cheapest bike model and costs 5308$. Eddy Merckx 525 Disc — SuperRecord 12sp (dreambuilder) 2020 is the most expensive one and costs 9750$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Endurance bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Endurance bike is 2346$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on an Endurance bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
At the moment of the release date, Eddy Merckx 525 Rim — Shimano Dura Ace (Dreambuilder) price was 6901$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that 525 Rim — Shimano Dura Ace (Dreambuilder) price is 194.16% more expensive than the average cost of an Endurance bike.
525 Rim — Shimano Dura Ace (Dreambuilder) components
Fork material
525 Rim — Shimano Dura Ace (Dreambuilder) has a carbon fork, so, it’s a great addition to the bike’s value. However, carbon forks should be regularly inspected for damage because even the smallest crack could cause the fork to fall apart.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Eddy Merckx 525 Rim — Shimano Dura Ace (Dreambuilder) 2020, has a 700c carbon model. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Eddy Merckx 525 Rim — Shimano Dura Ace (Dreambuilder) has Rim brakes installed. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.
Sizes
525 Rim — Shimano Dura Ace (Dreambuilder) comes in 5 sizes, that range from 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.