Merida Big Ninety-Nine CF Team 2014
2014 Mountain
Weight | 10.61 kg
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 SID
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Groupset XX, X0 -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Big Ninety-Nine SL R12
Suspension Fork
Rock Shox SID XXS 29 QR SA 100 BLK T L36
Rear Shock
Rock Shox Monarch XX X-lock MMX right
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM XX long
Front Derailleur
SRAM XX HD double
Shift Levers
SRAM XX
Cassette
SRAM XX 11-36
Crank
SRAM XO 38-24 GXP
Bottom Bracket
attached.
Chain
KMC X10 10s
Wheels
Front Hub
attached / RWS 12-142 axle
Rear Hub
attached / RWS 12-142 axle
Rims
Fulcrum Red Metal 29 XL FQR-R12
Spokes
attached
Tires
Maxxis Aspen 29er ExCeption 2.1
Brakes
Brakes
Avid XX 180 mm Disc / Avid XX 160 mm Disc
Brake Levers
attached
Cockpit
Handlebar
PRC Team Flatbar 680
Headset
Big Conoid A-Bearing
Seat
Saddle
ProLogo Nago Evo X10 TiroX
Seatpost
PRC Double Carbon SuperLite 31.6 mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15.5" | 17" | 19" | 21" | 23" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.48 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.4 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 348 mm | 348 mm | 348 mm | 347 mm | 347 mm |
| Stack | 588 mm | 595 mm | 605 mm | 616 mm | 635 mm |
| Reach | 397 mm | 415 mm | 432 mm | 448 mm | 452 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 579 mm | 599 mm | 619 mm | 639 mm | 649 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 395 mm | 432 mm | 482 mm | 530 mm | 584 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 140 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 26 mm | 26 mm | 26 mm | 27 mm | 27 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
Big Ninety-Nine CF Team completes the Merida Big Ninety Nine model. There are 7 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Merida Big Ninety Nine bikes models from 2014, here.
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.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Crosscountry bike that is reliable is 1905$. However, you could also get a good Crosscountry bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Average weight for Crosscountry bikes
Crosscountry bikes have an average weight of 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
With a weight of 10.61 kg (23.39 lbs), Merida bike is much lighter than average. To sum up, it’s 16.87% lighter than the average weight of Crosscountry bikes.
Big Ninety-Nine CF Team components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox SID model. The travel on this model is 100mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Big Ninety-Nine CF Team model has 29″ aluminum wheels. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Big Ninety-Nine CF Team comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.