2022 Merida BIG.NINE 20-2x vs 2024 Cube Reaction Pro
The L is the Cube Reaction Pro size closest to your L Merida BIG.NINE 20-2x. 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 20-2x 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 20-2x, LCube Reaction Pro, LDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida BIG.NINE 20-2x 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 20-2x. Full charts: 2022 Merida BIG.NINE 20-2x, 2024 Cube Reaction Pro.
Where each sits in its class
Merida BIG.NINE 20-2xCube 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 20-2x20-2x | Cube Reaction ProPro |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida BIG.NINE TFS III | Cube Reaction |
| Fork | SR Suntour XCT30 HLO | RockShox Judy |
| Derailleur | Shimano FD-M315-TS, Shimano Acera M360 | Shimano XT M8100 SGS |
| Cassette | SunRace CSM668 | Shimano Deore M6100 |
| Chain | SunRace M84 | KMC X-12 |
| Crankset | Shimano FC-M315-2 | Shimano MT511 |
| Bottom bracket | FSA TH-7420ST-W | Prowheel PW-MB68 |
| Pedals | VPE-891 | Acid PP MTB |
| Tire | Merida K1080 | Schwalbe Racing Ralph |
| Hub | Shimano TX505 | not listed |
| Rim | Merida CC | not listed |
| Brake | Power DS100 | Shimano MT410 |
| Rotor | Shimano SM-RT10 | Shimano MT800 |
| Handlebar | Merida CC | Cube Rise Trail Bar |
| Stem | Merida CC | Cube Performance SLX |
| Grips | Merida EC | Acid Icon |
| Headset | Merida M2345 | Cube FPH868 |
| Seatpost | Merida CC | Cube Performance |
| Shifter | not listed | Shimano XT M8100 |
| Chainring | not listed | Shimano 32 |
| Wheelset | not listed | Acid EX25 |
| Saddle | not listed | Acid Venec Lite |
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