2021 Merida BIG.NINE 100-3x vs 2020 Merida MATTS 7.
The L is the Merida MATTS 7. size closest to your XL Merida BIG.NINE 100-3x. 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 MATTS 7.
Compared with the Merida BIG.NINE 100-3x in XL, the Merida MATTS 7. in L places the top of the head tube 35 mm lower and 16 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 48 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- −35 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- −16 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −48 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- −10 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Merida BIG.NINE 100-3x, XLMerida MATTS 7., LDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida BIG.NINE 100-3x XL | Merida MATTS 7. L | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 429 | 413 | −16 mm |
| Stack | 656 | 621 | −35 mm |
| Head tube angle | 70 | 70 | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73 | 74.5 | +1.5° |
| Effective top tube | 630 | 585 | −45 mm |
| Chainstay length | 440 | 430 | −10 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1131 | 1083 | −48 mm |
| BB drop | 60 | 63 | +3 mm |
| Standover | 800 | not listed | |
| Seat tube length | 510 | 470 | −40 mm |
| Fork length | 506 | 493 | −13 mm |
| Head tube length | 145 | 115 | −30 mm |
Differences are the Merida MATTS 7. minus the Merida BIG.NINE 100-3x. Full charts: 2021 Merida BIG.NINE 100-3x, 2020 Merida MATTS 7..
Where each sits in its class
Merida BIG.NINE 100-3xMerida MATTS 7.
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 100-3x100-3x | Merida MATTS 7.7. 100 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida BIG.NINE TFS III | Merida MATTS 7. TFS |
| Fork | SR Suntour XCR32 LOR | SR Suntour XCM-HLO |
| Shifter | Shimano Altus | Shimano Altus |
| Derailleur | Shimano Altus M2000, Shimano Alivio Shadow | Shimano Acera M3000, Shimano Alivio |
| Cassette | Shimano HG200 | Shimano HG200 |
| Chain | KMC M99 | KMC M99 |
| Bottom bracket | FSA TH 7420ST | Shimano UN100 BSA |
| Pedals | VPE-891 | VPE-891 |
| Tire | Maxxis Ikon | Maxxis Ikon |
| Hub | Shimano TX505 | Shimano TX505 |
| Rim | Merida COMP CC | Merida COMP CC |
| Brake | Tektro M275 | Shimano MT200 |
| Rotor | Shimano SM-RT10 | Shimano SM-RT10 |
| Handlebar | Merida EXPERT CC | Merida COMP CC |
| Stem | Merida COMP CC | Merida COMP CC |
| Grips | Merida COMP EC | Merida COMP EC |
| Headset | Merida M2345 | Merida M44PSE neck |
| Seatpost | Merida COMP CC | Merida COMP CC |
| Saddle | Merida COMP CC | Merida COMP CC |
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