2022 Merida BIG.NINE XT2 vs 2021 Specialized Rockhopper Expert
The XS is the Specialized Rockhopper Expert size closest to your XXL Merida BIG.NINE XT2. 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 Specialized Rockhopper Expert
Compared with the Merida BIG.NINE XT2 in XXL, the Specialized Rockhopper Expert in XS places the top of the head tube 111 mm lower and 70 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 85 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- −111 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- −70 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −85 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- −2.0°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Merida BIG.NINE XT2, XXLSpecialized Rockhopper Expert, XSDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida BIG.NINE XT2 XXL | Specialized Rockhopper Expert XS | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 445 | 375mm | −70 mm |
| Stack | 670 | 559mm | −111 mm |
| Head tube angle | 70 | 68° | −2.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73 | 73.5° | +0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 650 | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 440 | 440mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1152 | 1067mm | −85 mm |
| BB drop | 60 | not listed | |
| Standover | 843 | 658mm | −185 mm |
| Seat tube length | 560 | 310mm | −250 mm |
| Fork length | 506 | 475mm | −31 mm |
| Head tube length | 160 | 95mm | −65 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Rockhopper Expert minus the Merida BIG.NINE XT2. Full charts: 2022 Merida BIG.NINE XT2, 2021 Specialized Rockhopper Expert.
Where each sits in its class
Merida BIG.NINE XT2Specialized 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 XT2XT2 | Specialized Rockhopper ExpertExpert |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida BIG.NINE TFS III | Specialized A1 premium butted |
| Fork | Manitou Markhor Comp | RockShox Judy |
| Shifter | Shimano XT | SRAM SX Eagle |
| Derailleur | Shimano SLX, Shimano XT M8120 Shadow+ | SRAM SX Eagle |
| Cassette | Shimano SLX M7100 | SRAM SX Eagle |
| Chain | KMC X12 | SRAM SX Eagle |
| Crankset | Shimano XT | SRAM SX Eagle |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB52 BSA | SRAM PowerSpline |
| Pedals | VPE-891 | not listed |
| Tire | Maxxis Ikon | Specialized Ground Control |
| Rim | Merida COMP CC | Specialized hookless |
| Brake | Shimano Deore M6100 | Shimano MT200 |
| Rotor | Shimano SM-RT30 | Shimano MT200 |
| Handlebar | Merida EXPERT CC | Specialized alloy |
| Stem | Merida EXPERT CC | Specialized Stout |
| Grips | Merida COMP EC | Specialized Trail |
| Headset | Merida M2331 | not listed |
| Seatpost | Merida COMP CC | not listed |
| Wheelset | not listed | e*thirteen SL |
| Hub | not listed | Shimano HB-RM35, Shimano FH-RM35 |
| Saddle | not listed | Specialized Bridge Sport |
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