Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Ultegra, Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
CYCLO CROSS LITE
Suspension Fork
CC Carbon disc 15
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra SS
Front Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra D
Shift Levers
Shimano RS685
Cassette
Shimano CS-5800-11 11-28
Crank
Shimano RS500 46-36 [BSA]
Bottom Bracket
BSA, 68mm, threaded
Chain
KMC X11
Wheels
Front Hub
attached
Rear Hub
attached
Rims
Fulcrum Racing Expert disc
Tires
Maxxis Mud Wrestler 33 fold
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano RS785 160 / Shimano RS785 160
Brake Levers
Shimano RS685
Cockpit
Handlebar
MERIDA Road Expert Classic OS
Headset
Big Conoid S-bearing neck pro
Seat
Saddle
MERIDA Expert
Seatpost
MERIDA Expert SB15 27.2
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 47cm | 50cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm | 59cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.41 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.49 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.52 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 279 mm | 279 mm | 279 mm | 279 mm | 279 mm | 279 mm |
| Front Center | 589 mm | 601 mm | 602 mm | 606 mm | 611 mm | 631 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 46 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 77 mm | 74 mm | 69 mm | 64 mm | 64 mm | 64 mm |
| Stack | 526 mm | 547 mm | 563 mm | 581 mm | 595 mm | 614 mm |
| Reach | 372 mm | 381 mm | 381 mm | 391 mm | 391 mm | 405 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 512 mm | 527 mm | 542 mm | 557 mm | 572 mm | 592 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 75 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 470 mm | 500 mm | 520 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm | 590 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm | 160 mm | 175 mm | 195 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 427 mm | 427 mm | 427 mm | 427 mm | 427 mm | 427 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1007 mm | 1019 mm | 1020 mm | 1025 mm | 1030 mm | 1050 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Standover Height | 742 mm | 766 mm | 783 mm | 806 mm | 819 mm | 849 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
CYCLO CROSS 700 belongs to the Merida Cyclo model. There are 28 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Merida Cyclo bikes models from 2017, here.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Cyclocross bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Cyclocross bike you should know that the average price is 2012$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Cyclocross bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Cyclocross bikes average weight
Cyclocross bikes weigh an average of 8.79 kg (19.38 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Weighing 9.45 kg (20.83 lbs), the CYCLO CROSS 700 model is a bit heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 7.51% heavier than the average weight of Cyclocross bikes.
CYCLO CROSS 700 components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a carbon one, so, its weight is considerably lighter than one made out of steel. However, they cost a bit more than steel forks.
Wheels
The CYCLO CROSS 700 2017 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The CYCLO CROSS 700 comes with Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.