Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Wheels 700c -
Groupset FSA -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Single Speed -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
REACTO LITE TRACK
Suspension Fork
Reacto Carbon Track
Drivetrain
Cassette
15T
Crank
FSA Vero Track 46T
Chain
KMC Z610HX
Wheels
Front Hub
Road Track
Rear Hub
Road Track
Rims
MERIDA Expert 35 CW pair
Spokes
Double Butted Black stainless
Tires
Maxxis Dolomites 23 fold
Cockpit
Handlebar
MERIDA Track Expert OS
Headset
Big Conoid S-bearing neck pro
Seat
Saddle
MERIDA Race
Seatpost
Reacto carbon
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 47cm | 50cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm | 59cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.26 mm | 1.26 mm | 1.29 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.31 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 281 mm | 281 mm | 281 mm | 281 mm | 281 mm | 281 mm |
| Front Center | 561 mm | mm | mm | 572 mm | mm | mm |
| Rake | 30 mm | mm | mm | 25 mm | mm | mm |
| Trail | 84 mm | mm | mm | 77 mm | mm | mm |
| Stack | 481 mm | 494 mm | 512 mm | 526 mm | 540 mm | 555 mm |
| Reach | 383 mm | 391 mm | 396 mm | 402 mm | 413 mm | 423 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 520 mm | 532 mm | 547 mm | 562 mm | 577 mm | 592 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 470 mm | 500 mm | 520 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm | 590 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 ° | 72 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 105 mm | 120 mm | 135 mm | 150 mm | 165 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 413 mm | mm | mm | 418 mm | mm | mm |
| Wheelbase | 968 mm | 972 mm | 973 mm | 984 mm | 999 mm | 1014 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm |
| Standover Height | 741 mm | 766 mm | 785 mm | 802 mm | 820 mm | 845 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
REACTO TRACK 500 is part of the Merida Reacto model. Merida released 111 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2017, by clicking on this link.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Aero bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of an Aero bike that is reliable is 4211$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on an Aero 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.
Aero bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of an Aero bike, we get 7.34 kg (16.18 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
REACTO TRACK 500 weighs 7.59 kg (16.73 lbs) and is slightly heavier than the average. To sum up, it’s 3.41% heavier than the average weight of Aero bikes.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of carbon, so, it won’t add up to much weight to your bike. However, the price you have to pay for a carbon fork is considerably higher.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the REACTO TRACK 500 model has 700c aluminum wheels. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Merida REACTO TRACK 500 is equipped with Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.