2022 Merida BIG.NINE 100-3x vs 2024 Cube Reaction Pro
The L is the Cube Reaction Pro size closest to your L 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 Cube Reaction Pro
Compared with the Merida BIG.NINE 100-3x in L, the Cube Reaction Pro in L places the top of the head tube 5 mm lower and 12 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 36 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- −5 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- +12 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +36 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −1.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +10 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Merida BIG.NINE 100-3x, LCube Reaction Pro, LDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida BIG.NINE 100-3x L | Cube Reaction Pro L | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 414 | 426 | +12 mm |
| Stack | 642 | 637 | −5 mm |
| Head tube angle | 70 | 68.5 | −1.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73 | 73.5 | +0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 610 | 615 | +5 mm |
| Chainstay length | 440 | 450 | +10 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1110 | 1146 | +36 mm |
| BB drop | 60 | not listed | |
| Standover | 763 | not listed | |
| Seat tube length | 470 | 470 | ±0 mm |
| Fork length | 506 | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 130 | 122 | −8 mm |
Differences are the Cube Reaction Pro minus the Merida BIG.NINE 100-3x. Full charts: 2022 Merida BIG.NINE 100-3x, 2024 Cube Reaction Pro.
Where each sits in its class
Merida BIG.NINE 100-3xCube Reaction Pro
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 | Cube Reaction ProPro |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida BIG.NINE TFS III | Cube Reaction |
| Fork | SR Suntour XCR32 LOR | RockShox Judy |
| Shifter | Shimano Altus | Shimano XT M8100 |
| Derailleur | Shimano Altus M2000, Shimano Alivio Shadow | Shimano XT M8100 SGS |
| Cassette | Shimano HG200 | Shimano Deore M6100 |
| Chain | KMC M99 | KMC X-12 |
| Crankset | Shimano MT101 | Shimano MT511 |
| Bottom bracket | FSA TH-7420ST Cartridge Bearing | Prowheel PW-MB68 |
| Pedals | VPE-891 | Acid PP MTB |
| Tire | Maxxis Ikon | Schwalbe Racing Ralph |
| Hub | Shimano TX505 | not listed |
| Rim | Merida COMP CC | not listed |
| Brake | Tektro M275 | Shimano MT410 |
| Rotor | Shimano SM-RT10 | Shimano MT800 |
| Handlebar | Merida EXPERT CC | Cube Rise Trail Bar |
| Stem | Merida COMP CC | Cube Performance SLX |
| Grips | Merida COMP EC | Acid Icon |
| Headset | Merida M2345 | Cube FPH868 |
| Seatpost | Merida COMP CC | Cube Performance |
| Chainring | not listed | Shimano 32 |
| Wheelset | not listed | Acid EX25 |
| Saddle | not listed | Acid Venec Lite |
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