Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork Fox Float 32
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Groupset XT -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
BIG.SEVEN CF2
Suspension Fork
Fox 32 Float 650B CTD Remote-Ready O/C (1.5T, 15QR)- Evolution 100
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT Shadow+
Front Derailleur
Shimano XT direct
Shift Levers
Shimano XT-i
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG81-10 11-36
Crank
Shimano XT 38-24
Bottom Bracket
attached
Chain
KMC X10 10s
Wheels
Front Hub
attached / 12mm axle
Rear Hub
attached / 12mm axle
Rims
Fulcrum Red Power HP 27 F15-R12 cen
Tires
Schwalbe Racing Ralph EVO 2.25 PSC
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XT-Fin 180 cen ice / Shimano XT-Fin 160 cen ice J
Brake Levers
attached
Cockpit
Handlebar
MERIDA pro OS 700 R12
Headset
Big Conoid A-bearing neck
Seat
Saddle
Prologo Nago Evo X10 STN
Seatpost
MERIDA carbon H SB0 27.2
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15" | 17" | 18.5" | 20" | 21.5" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.51 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.5 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm |
| Front Center | 632 mm | 640 mm | 652 mm | 662 mm | 660 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 43 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 79 mm | 77 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Stack | 586 mm | 595 mm | 604 mm | 612 mm | 624 mm |
| Reach | 389 mm | 401 mm | 408 mm | 415 mm | 416 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 563 mm | 583 mm | 593 mm | 603 mm | 613 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 381 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm | 508 mm | 546 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 107 mm | 117 mm | 125 mm | 125 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 423 mm | 423 mm | 423 mm | 423 mm | 423 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1051 mm | 1059 mm | 1071 mm | 1081 mm | 1079 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Standover Height | 736 mm | 779 mm | 806 mm | 848 mm | 878 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
Model Overview
Big.Seven 7000 belongs to the Merida Bigseven model. Merida launched 161 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Merida Bigseven bikes models from 2015, here.
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.
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, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Overview of components
Fork
The Fox Float 32 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, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels
The Big.Seven 7000 2015 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Big.Seven 7000 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.