UK Exclusive - Entry level 29er upgraded to use the sophisticated TFS aluminium frame, 24 gears, hydraulic disc brakes and plenty of Shimano componentry including chainset and hubs.
Merida's heartland has always been bombproof aluminium hardtails. Half a century of frame building experience counts for a lot. The UK version of the Big Nine and Big Seven 15 have been upgraded to use a sophisticated TFS frame featuring the latest technology: full internal cable routing for a clean, neat set up, tapered headtube offering the potential for future upgrades inboard disc brake mounts protect the brake and maximise stopping power As much Shimano componentry as possible has been added to complement the modern frame and enhance reliability. There are a wide range of sizes; Big Nine for taller riders and Big Seven for shorter riders with a healthy overlap between the two. For riders in the middle, riding style can be taken into account. If you are looking for speed and efficiency choose a Big Nine, if you are looking for agility choose a Big Seven.
Merida - Big Nine 15 - 2023
SPECIFICATION
FRAME
- TFS III - 6061 aluminium, double butted and technoformed. Tapered head tube. Chain stay mounted disc brake. Internal cable routing. Mudguard and kick stand mounts. BSA threaded BB. 135mm x 9mm axle. Max. tyre size 29" x 2.25"
FORK
- Suntour XCT30; Coil; 100mm travel. Max. tyre size: 29" x 2.25"
GEARS
- 24
SHIFTERS
- MicroSHIFT TS39
FRONT DERAILLEUR
- Shimano FD-TY700
REAR DERAILLEUR
- Shimano RD-M310
BOTTOM BRACKET
- FSA TH-7420ST-W, Cartridge Bearing
CHAIN
- Sunrace M84
CHAINSET
- Shimano TY301; 42-34-24 tooth chainset. Crank length: 175mm (M,L,XL)
CASSETTE
- Sunrace CSM558AU; 11-32 teeth; 8 speed
BRAKE LEVER
- Power DS-100HT
FRONT BRAKE
- Power DS-100HT; 2 piston hydraulic disc brake caliper with Shimano RT10; 160mm rotor
REAR BRAKE
- Power DS-100HT hydraulic disc brake caliper with Shimano RT10; 160mm rotor
GRIP
- Merida EC
HANDLEBAR
- Merida CC; aluminium; 690mm wide; 15mm rise
STEM
- Merida CC; aluminium; 31.8mm diameter; 6 degree rise - Stem length: 70mm (S), 80mm (M), 90mm (L), 100mm (XL), 110mm (XXL)
HEAD SET
- Merida M2345
PEDAL
- VP Components, VPE-891
SADDLE
- Merida Sport comfort
SEAT POST
- Merida CC; aluminium; 30.9mm diameter; 15mm lay back
WHEEL SIZE
- 29"
RIMS
- Merida CC; 17mm inner rim width; aluminium
SPOKES
- Steel UCP
FRONT HUB
- Shimano TX505; 100x9mm; 32 spokes; Center lock
REAR HUB
- Shimano TX505; 135x9mm; 32 spokes; Center lock
FRONT TYRE
- Merida K1080; 29" x 2.2"; wire bead
REAR TYRE
- Merida K1080; 29" x 2.2"; wire bead
COLOUR
- Blue/Black
SEASON
- 2023