Merlin Nitro SL Ultegra Mix Carbon 2022
2022 Road
Estimate price |
3,922$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Ultegra, Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
60 / 40 / 30 Ton High Modulus Carbon
Suspension Fork
Full carbon
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra R8000
Front Derailleur
Shimano R8000
Cassette
Miche Primato Light - 11/30T
Crank
Shimano Ultegra R8000 - 36/52T
Chain
Shimano - 11 Speed
Pedals
Not included
Wheels
Rims
Mavic Aksium - 700c
Tires
Schwalbe Pro One - 700x25c
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Ultegra R8000
Cockpit
Stem
Controltech SLA
Handlebar
Controltech One
Seat
Saddle
Prologo
Seatpost
Controltech One
About this model
Nitro SL Ultegra Mix Carbon completes the Merlin Nitro model. 11 bikes variations carry this model name so far.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Race bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Race bike is 3350$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Race bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
When Merlin released this model in 2022, its price was 3521$. Comparing this to the average Race bike price, we see that the price is 5.1% higher.
Nitro SL Ultegra Mix Carbon components
Fork material
The fork is made out of carbon, so, it won’t add up to much weight to your bike. However, the price you have to pay for a carbon fork is considerably higher.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the Nitro SL Ultegra Mix Carbon bike is equipped with the 700c aluminum model. 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
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Merlin Nitro SL Ultegra Mix Carbon is equipped with Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.
Sizes
Merlin Nitro SL Ultegra Mix Carbon 2022 is available in one size only. In conclusion, double-check its size to make sure it’s a good fit for you.