Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Travel Rear 100mm -
Fork RockShox Judy
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Groupset CUES, Shimano -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
BIG.NINE TFS IV, 100 mm suspension travel, material: aluminum, 29x2.25" max. wheelsize, 135x9 mm axle standard, BSA bottom bracket standard
Suspension Fork
Rock Shox Judy TK, Coil, 100 mm suspension travel Lockout, 46 mm fork offset, 29x2.25" max. wheelsize
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano CUES U4000-9, GS
Shift Levers
Shimano CUES U4000-9R
Cassette
Shimano CUES LG300-9, 11-46 teeth, 9 speed
Crank
Shimano CUES U4000, 32 teeth, MAT Aluminium, 170 mm-S, 175 mm-M up
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BB-UN101 73-123
Chain
Shimano CN-LG500
Pedals
VP VPE-891
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano HB-QC300, 100x9 mm width front hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock
Rear Hub
Shimano FH-QC300, 135x9 mm width rear hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock
Rims
MERIDA CC, 17 mm inner width, material: aluminium
Spokes
Black steel
Tires
MERIDA K1080, 29x2.2", wire
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-MT200, hydraulic brake
Cockpit
Handlebar
MERIDA CC, material: aluminium, 690 mm width, 15 mm rise
Headset
MERIDA M2345
Seat
Saddle
MERIDA Sport comfort
Seatpost
MERIDA CC, 30.9 mm diameter, 15 mm setback, material: aluminium
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.607 mm | 1.578 mm | 1.551 mm | 1.529 mm | 1.506 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 | 614 mm | 628 mm | 642 mm | 656 mm | 670 mm |
| Reach | 382 mm | 398 mm | 414 mm | 429 mm | 445 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 570 mm | 590 mm | 610 mm | 630 mm | 650 |
| 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 | 440 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1069 mm | 1090 mm | 1110 mm | 1131 mm | 1152 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Standover Height | 679 mm | 727 mm | 763 mm | 800 mm | 843 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
BIG.NINE 80 belongs to the Merida Bignine model. There are 246 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Merida Bignine bikes models from 2024, here.
Model range prices
Merida BIG.NINE 20 2024 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 577$. On the other hand, Merida BIG.NINE XT 2024, is the most expensive and costs 2568$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Crosscountry bikes average price
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. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Overview of components
Fork
Merida BIG.NINE 80 2024 bike is equipped with the RockShox Judy fork, and has 100mm travel. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Rear Shock
Rear shocks improve riding comfort and give you greater control over all terrains. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels size
The wheels on BIG.NINE 80 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, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The BIG.NINE 80 has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.