Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox Reba
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Groupset GX Eagle, Truvativ Stylo -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
BIG.NINE CF3, material: carbon, 29 wheelsize, 148x12mm axle standard, BB92 bottom bracket standard
Suspension Fork
Rock Shox Reba RL, Air, 100mm suspension travel, Tapered, Remote lockout, 51mm fork offset
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle
Shift Levers
SRAM GX Eagle
Cassette
SRAM XG-1275 Eagle, 10-50 teeth, 12 speed
Crank
SRAM Stylo 6K Eagle, 32 teeth, 170 mm-S, 175 mm-M up
Bottom Bracket
SRAM BB DUB PF MTB 92
Chain
SRAM GX Eagle
Wheels
Front Hub
Bearpawls BMB-003, 110x15mm width front hub, 32 spoke holes, 6 bolt
Rear Hub
Bearpawls BMB-004, 148x12mm width rear hub, 32 spoke holes, 6 bolt, SRAM XD
Rims
MERIDA EXPERT CC, 22.8mm inner width, material: aluminium, Tubeless ready (tubeless tape and valves not included)
Spokes
Double Butted Black stainless
Tires
Maxxis Ikon, 29x2.2", fold
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano SLX M7100, 2 piston
Cockpit
Handlebar
MERIDA EXPERT CC, material: aluminium, 720mm width, flat
Headset
FSA NO.55E
Seat
Saddle
MERIDA EXPERT CC
Seatpost
MERIDA EXPERT CC, material: carbon, 30.9mm diameter, 0mm setback
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.54 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.42 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm |
| Front Center | 655 mm | 676 mm | 696 mm | 717 mm | 738 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 87 mm | 87 mm | 87 mm | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Stack | 614 mm | 619 mm | 628 mm | 642 mm | 661 mm |
| Reach | 399 mm | 418 mm | 435 mm | 451 mm | 465 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 582 mm | 602 mm | 622 mm | 642 mm | 662 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 444 mm | 483 mm | 532 mm | 584 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 125 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 430 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1077 mm | 1098 mm | 1118 mm | 1139 mm | 1160 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Standover Height | 678 mm | 741 mm | 775 mm | 816 mm | 839 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
BIG.NINE 6000 is a Merida Bignine model. There are 236 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Merida Bignine bikes models from 2020, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Merida BIG.NINE 15-D 2020 has a starting price of 523$. Merida BIG.NINE LIMITED-AL 2020 on the other hand is the most expensive at 1338$.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Crosscountry bike 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.
Average weight for Crosscountry bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Crosscountry bike, we get 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.
much lighter than average, BIG.NINE 6000 has a weight of 10.3 kg (22.71 lbs). To sum up, it’s 20.39% lighter than the average weight of Crosscountry bikes.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Reba model. The travel on this model is 100mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the BIG.NINE 6000 bike is equipped with the 29″ aluminum model. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Merida BIG.NINE 6000 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.