Merida BIG.NINE 60-2x 2021
2021 Mountain
Estimate price |
751$
Weight | 13.93 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame aluminium -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox Judy
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Groupset Altus, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
BIG.NINE TFS III, material: aluminum, 29x2.25" max. wheelsize, 135x9mm axle standard, BSA bottom bracket standard
Suspension Fork
Rock Shox Judy TK, Coil, 100mm suspension travel Lockout, 46mm fork offset, 29x2.25" max. wheelsize
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano RD-M370
Front Derailleur
Shimano FD-M2020-TS [2s]
Shift Levers
Shimano ST-EF505-2L
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG200, 11-32 teeth, 9 speed
Crank
Shimano MT101-2, 36-22 teeth, 170 mm-S, 175 mm-M/XXL
Bottom Bracket
BSA, 73mm, threaded
Chain
KMC M99
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano TX505, 100x9mm width front hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock
Rear Hub
Shimano TX505, 135x9mm width rear hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock
Rims
MERIDA CC, 17mm inner width, material: aluminium
Spokes
Black steel
Tires
MERIDA K1080, 29x2.2", wire
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano ST-EF505, BR-MT200 brake caliper
Cockpit
Handlebar
MERIDA CC, material: aluminium, 690mm width, 15mm rise
Headset
MERIDA M2345
Seat
Seatpost
MERIDA CC, material: aluminium, 30.9mm diameter, 15mm setback
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.6 mm | 1.57 mm | 1.55 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.5 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 314 mm | 314 mm | 314 mm | 314 mm | 314 mm |
| Front Center | 636 mm | 657 mm | 677 mm | 698 mm | 719 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 45 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 87 mm | 87 mm | 88 mm | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Stack | 618 mm | 632 mm | 646 mm | 660 mm | 674 mm |
| Reach | 386 mm | 402 mm | 418 mm | 433 mm | 449 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 574 mm | 594 mm | 614 mm | 634 mm | 654 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 370 mm | 430 mm | 470 mm | 510 mm | 560 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 115 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm | 160 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1073 mm | 1094 mm | 1114 mm | 1135 mm | 1156 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Standover Height | 683 mm | 731 mm | 767 mm | 804 mm | 847 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
BIG.NINE 60-2x is a Merida Bignine model. 236 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Merida Bignine bikes models from 2021, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Merida BIG.NINE 15 (3x) 2021 is the cheapest bike model and costs 496$. Merida BIG.NINE 7000 2021 is the most expensive one and costs 3502$.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, even though the average price of a Crosscountry bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
This bike was released in 2021 and its price was 674$. In conclusion, this bike price is 182.64% smaller than the price of the average Crosscountry bike.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Crosscountry bike is 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
With a weight of 13.93 kg (30.71 lbs), Merida bike is considerably heavier than average. In short, the average Crosscountry bike weight is 12.34% lower than this one.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Judy model. The travel on this model is 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 size
The wheels on BIG.NINE 60-2x are the 29″ aluminum type. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Merida BIG.NINE 60-2x is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.