Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 29"
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Travel Front 100mm
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Fork SunTour XCM HLO
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Groupset Alivio, Altus
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Suspension Hardtail
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Drivetrain 3 × 9
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Big.Nine TFS-D
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour 29 XCM HLO 100
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio 9
Front Derailleur
Shimano M370
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus Rapidfire
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG20-9 11-34
Crank
Shimano M391 44-32-22 CG
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge Bearing
Chain
KMC Z99 9s
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy Disc QR
Rear Hub
Alloy Disc QR
Rims
MERIDA Big.Nine Comp D
Spokes
black stainless
Tires
MERIDA Race 29er 2.1
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro HDC Hydraulic Disc 180 mm / Tektro HDC Hydraulic Disc 160 mm
Brake Levers
attached
Cockpit
Handlebar
MERIDA Comp OS 680 Flat
Headset
EGG Steel
Seat
Saddle
MERIDA Pro SI
Seatpost
Merida Comp SB12 27.2 mm
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15" | 17" | 19" | 21" | 23" |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.59 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.45 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 314 mm | 314 mm | 314 mm | 314 mm | 314 mm |
| Stack | 620 mm | 620 mm | 622 mm | 632 mm | 651 mm |
| Reach | 389 mm | 409 mm | 428 mm | 447 mm | 449 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 577 mm | 597 mm | 617 mm | 639 mm | 647 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 445 mm | 483 mm | 532 mm | 584 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 140 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 442 mm | 442 mm | 442 mm | 442 mm | 442 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
About this model
Big.Nine 100 is a Merida Bignine model. Merida launched 236 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Merida Bignine bikes models from 2014, 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
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
Crosscountry bikes weigh an average of 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
With a weight of 13.9 kg (30.64 lbs), Merida bike is considerably heavier than average. In other words, this model is 12.1% heavier than the average Crosscountry bike.
Big.Nine 100 components
Fork
This bike has the SunTour XCM HLO fork installed. The fork’s travel is 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels size
The Big.Nine 100 2014 bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Big.Nine 100 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
