Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Groupset X9, X5 -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
BIG.SEVEN TFS
Suspension Fork
Rock Shox 30Gold TK27 100 poploc
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X9 carbon
Front Derailleur
SRAM X5 double
Shift Levers
SRAM X7 trigger
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG50-10 11-36
Crank
SRAM S1000 38-24
Bottom Bracket
attached
Chain
KMC Z10-10s
Wheels
Front Hub
Bearing Disc / Bearing Disc Cassette
Rear Hub
Bearing Disc / Bearing Disc Cassette
Rims
MERIDA Big 7 comp D
Tires
MERIDA RACE lite 27 2.1 fold
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM DB5 180 / SRAM DB5 160
Brake Levers
attached
Cockpit
Handlebar
MERIDA pro OS 680 R12
Headset
EGG steel neck
Seat
Saddle
MERIDA Sport 1
Seatpost
MERIDA pro H SB0 27.2
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 13.5" | 15" | 17" | 18.5" | 20" | 21.5" | 23" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.53 mm | 1.51 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.5 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm |
| Front Center | 619 mm | 629 mm | 639 mm | 649 mm | 659 mm | 658 mm | 668 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 43 mm | 42 mm | 41 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 81 mm | 81 mm | 77 mm | 78 mm | 79 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Stack | 576 mm | 581 mm | 588 mm | 597 mm | 607 mm | 618 mm | 628 mm |
| Reach | 377 mm | 385 mm | 397 mm | 405 mm | 412 mm | 412 mm | 419 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 549 mm | 559 mm | 579 mm | 589 mm | 599 mm | 609 mm | 619 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 343 mm | 381 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm | 508 mm | 546 mm | 584 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 100 mm | 105 mm | 115 mm | 125 mm | 135 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1039 mm | 1049 mm | 1059 mm | 1069 mm | 1079 mm | 1078 mm | 1088 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Standover Height | 637 mm | 685 mm | 728 mm | 760 mm | 791 mm | 820 mm | 850 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
About this model
Big.Seven Team Issue completes the Merida Bigseven model. Merida released 161 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Merida Bigseven bikes models from 2015, by clicking here.
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
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price 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.
Overview of components
Wheels size
The wheels on Big.Seven Team Issue are the 27.5″ aluminum type. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.