2019 Merida BIG.NINE TEAM vs 2019 Trek X-Caliber Frameset
The L is the Trek X-Caliber Frameset size closest to your XL Merida BIG.NINE TEAM. 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 TEAM in XL, the Trek X-Caliber Frameset in L places the top of the head tube 36 mm lower and 5 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 5 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- −36 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- −5 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +5 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 TEAM 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 TEAM XL | Trek X-Caliber Frameset L | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 454 | 449 | −5 mm |
| Stack | 645 | 609 | −36 mm |
| Head tube angle | 70 | 69.3° | −0.7° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5 | not listed | |
| Effective top tube | 645 | 634 | −11 mm |
| Chainstay length | 433 | 438 | +5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1142 | 1147 | +5 mm |
| BB drop | 65 | 58 | −7 mm |
| Standover | 819 | 753 | −66 mm |
| Seat tube length | 532 | 470 | −62 mm |
| Fork length | 506 | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 125 | 100 | −25 mm |
| BB height | not listed | 316 |
Differences are the Trek X-Caliber Frameset minus the Merida BIG.NINE TEAM. Full charts: 2019 Merida BIG.NINE TEAM, 2019 Trek X-Caliber Frameset.
Where each sits in its class
Merida BIG.NINE TEAMTrek 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 TEAMTEAM | Trek X-Caliber FramesetX-Caliber Frameset |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida BIG.NINE CF5 | Trek Alpha Gold |
| Fork | RockShox SID World Cup | not listed |
| Derailleur | SRAM XX1 Eagle | not listed |
| Cassette | SRAM XX1 Eagle | not listed |
| Chain | SRAM XX1 Eagle | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | SRAM BB DUB PF MTB 92 | not listed |
| Wheelset | Fulcrum Red Passion 3 | not listed |
| Tire | Maxxis Ikon | not listed |
| Hub | attached | not listed |
| Brake | SRAM Level Ultimate | not listed |
| Rotor | SRAM Centerline X | not listed |
| Handlebar | Merida TEAM CC | not listed |
| Stem | Merida Team CC | not listed |
| Grips | Merida TEAM CC | not listed |
| Seatpost | Merida TEAM CC | not listed |
| Saddle | Prologo Scratch 2 | not listed |
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