2022 Merida BIG.NINE 100-3x vs 2021 Specialized Rockhopper Expert
The Specialized Rockhopper Expert size closest to your L is the XS. Compare the XS instead
What changes on the Specialized Rockhopper Expert
- Frame stack
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- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Frame reach
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- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Wheelbase
- +42 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
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- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Chainstays
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The two frames
Only the Merida BIG.NINE 100-3x is drawn. The Specialized Rockhopper Expert numbers we have for size L are missing the reach, stack, head angle, seat angle and chainstay length.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida BIG.NINE 100-3x L | Specialized Rockhopper Expert L | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 414 | not listed | |
| Stack | 642 | not listed | |
| Head tube angle | 70 | not listed | |
| Seat tube angle | 73 | not listed | |
| Effective top tube | 610 | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 440 | not listed | |
| Wheelbase | 1110 | 1152mm | +42 mm |
| BB drop | 60 | not listed | |
| Standover | 763 | 781mm | +18 mm |
| Seat tube length | 470 | 450mm | −20 mm |
| Fork length | 506 | 515mm | +9 mm |
| Head tube length | 130 | 105mm | −25 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Rockhopper Expert minus the Merida BIG.NINE 100-3x. Full charts: 2022 Merida BIG.NINE 100-3x, 2021 Specialized Rockhopper Expert.
Where each sits in its class
Merida BIG.NINE 100-3xSpecialized Rockhopper Expert
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 | Specialized Rockhopper ExpertExpert |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida BIG.NINE TFS III | Specialized A1 premium butted |
| Fork | SR Suntour XCR32 LOR | RockShox Judy |
| Shifter | Shimano Altus | SRAM SX Eagle |
| Derailleur | Shimano Altus M2000, Shimano Alivio Shadow | SRAM SX Eagle |
| Cassette | Shimano HG200 | SRAM SX Eagle |
| Chain | KMC M99 | SRAM SX Eagle |
| Crankset | Shimano MT101 | SRAM SX Eagle |
| Bottom bracket | FSA TH-7420ST Cartridge Bearing | SRAM PowerSpline |
| Pedals | VPE-891 | not listed |
| Tire | Maxxis Ikon | Specialized Ground Control |
| Hub | Shimano TX505 | Shimano HB-RM35, Shimano FH-RM35 |
| Rim | Merida COMP CC | Specialized hookless |
| Brake | Tektro M275 | Shimano MT200 |
| Rotor | Shimano SM-RT10 | Shimano MT200 |
| Handlebar | Merida EXPERT CC | Specialized alloy |
| Stem | Merida COMP CC | Specialized Stout |
| Grips | Merida COMP EC | Specialized Trail |
| Headset | Merida M2345 | not listed |
| Seatpost | Merida COMP CC | not listed |
| Wheelset | not listed | e*thirteen SL |
| Saddle | not listed | Specialized Bridge Sport |
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