2018 Cannondale SuperX SE vs 2020 Merida MISSION CX SE
The ML is the Merida MISSION CX SE size closest to your 56 Cannondale SuperX SE. We match frame stack and reach. This is a geometry comparison, not a fit recommendation; stem, spacers, handlebars and saddle setup also affect your riding position.
What changes on the Merida MISSION CX SE
Compared with the Cannondale SuperX SE in 56, the Merida MISSION CX SE in ML places the top of the head tube 4 mm higher and 4 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 11 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- +4 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +4 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −11 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- +1.0°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- +3 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Cannondale SuperX SE, 56Merida MISSION CX SE, MLDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Cannondale SuperX SE 56 | Merida MISSION CX SE ML | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 385 | 389 | +4 mm |
| Stack | 575 | 579 | +4 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71 | 72 | +1.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5 | 74 | +0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 555 | 555 | ±0 mm |
| Chainstay length | 422 | 425 | +3 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1034 | 1023 | −11 mm |
| BB drop | 69 | 65 | −4 mm |
| BB height | 281 | not listed | |
| Standover | 822 | not listed | |
| Seat tube length | 546 | 540 | −6 mm |
| Head tube length | 153 | 160 | +7 mm |
| Fork length | not listed | 395 |
Differences are the Merida MISSION CX SE minus the Cannondale SuperX SE. Full charts: 2018 Cannondale SuperX SE, 2020 Merida MISSION CX SE.
Where each sits in its class
Cannondale SuperX SEMerida MISSION CX SE
Each bike is ranked against the other gravel bikes on Quiver, on frame geometry alone. Not your hand position or ride feel.
What each ships with
The stock build of each bike's first listed trim. Parts that match are dimmed.
| Part | Cannondale SuperX SEForce 1 SE | Merida MISSION CX SECX 100 SE |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Cannondale SuperX | Merida MISSION CX TFS |
| Fork | SuperX | not listed |
| Shifter | SRAM Force 1 HRD | SRAM Apex 1 |
| Derailleur | SRAM Force 1 | SRAM Apex 1 |
| Cassette | SRAM PG 1130 | SunRace CSMS8 |
| Chain | SRAM PC-1130 | KMC X11 |
| Crankset | Cannondale HollowGram Si | not listed |
| Tire | WTB Riddler | Maxxis Mud Wrestler |
| Hub | Formula CL-712 | not listed |
| Rim | WTB KOM i23 TCS | not listed |
| Brake | SRAM Force hydro, SRAM Force HRD | Promax ROAD PM |
| Handlebar | Cannondale C2 | not listed |
| Stem | Cannondale C2 | Merida COMP CC |
| Seatpost | Cannondale SAVE | Merida COMP CC |
| Saddle | Fabric Scoop | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | not listed | FSA TH 7420ST |
| Rotor | not listed | Promax G160 |
| Headset | not listed | Merida M2339 Neck |
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