2019 Merida BIG.NINE NX-EDITION vs 2019 Trek X-Caliber Frameset
The L is the Trek X-Caliber Frameset size closest to your L Merida BIG.NINE NX-EDITION. 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 Trek X-Caliber Frameset
Compared with the Merida BIG.NINE NX-EDITION in L, the Trek X-Caliber Frameset in L places the top of the head tube 19 mm lower and 10 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 26 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- −19 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- +10 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +26 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.7°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +5 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Only the Merida BIG.NINE NX-EDITION is drawn. The Trek X-Caliber Frameset numbers we have for size L are missing the seat angle.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida BIG.NINE NX-EDITION L | Trek X-Caliber Frameset L | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 439 | 449 | +10 mm |
| Stack | 628 | 609 | −19 mm |
| Head tube angle | 70 | 69.3° | −0.7° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5 | not listed | |
| Effective top tube | 625 | 634 | +9 mm |
| Chainstay length | 433 | 438 | +5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1121 | 1147 | +26 mm |
| BB drop | 65 | 58 | −7 mm |
| Standover | 771 | 753 | −18 mm |
| Seat tube length | 483 | 470 | −13 mm |
| Fork length | 506 | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 110 | 100 | −10 mm |
| BB height | not listed | 316 |
Differences are the Trek X-Caliber Frameset minus the Merida BIG.NINE NX-EDITION. Full charts: 2019 Merida BIG.NINE NX-EDITION, 2019 Trek X-Caliber Frameset.
Where each sits in its class
Merida BIG.NINE NX-EDITIONTrek X-Caliber Frameset
Each bike is ranked against the other XC 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 | Merida BIG.NINE NX-EDITIONNX-EDITION | Trek X-Caliber FramesetX-Caliber Frameset |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida BIG.NINE LITE | Trek Alpha Gold |
| Fork | Manitou Markhor Comp | not listed |
| Shifter | SRAM NX Eagle | not listed |
| Derailleur | SRAM NX Eagle | not listed |
| Cassette | SRAM NX 1230 Eagle | not listed |
| Chain | SRAM NX Eagle | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | SRAM BB DUB PF MTB 92 | not listed |
| Tire | Maxxis Ikon | not listed |
| Hub | Shimano Deore | not listed |
| Rim | Merida EXPERT CC | not listed |
| Brake | Shimano MT500 | not listed |
| Rotor | Shimano SM-RT54 | not listed |
| Handlebar | Merida EXPERT CC | not listed |
| Stem | Merida EXPERT CC | not listed |
| Grips | Merida COMP EC | not listed |
| Headset | Merida M2331 | not listed |
| Seatpost | Merida COMP CC | not listed |
| Saddle | Merida COMP CC | not listed |
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