2026 Merida BIG.NINE TR vs 2026 Specialized Epic World Cup Pro
The XL is the Specialized Epic World Cup Pro size closest to your XL Merida BIG.NINE TR. 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 Epic World Cup Pro
Compared with the Merida BIG.NINE TR in XL, the Specialized Epic World Cup Pro in XL places the top of the head tube 5 mm lower and 10 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 3 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- −5 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- +10 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +3 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.4°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- −9 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Merida BIG.NINE TR, XLSpecialized Epic World Cup Pro, XLDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida BIG.NINE TR XL | Specialized Epic World Cup Pro XL | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 480 | 490mm | +10 mm |
| Stack | 633 | 628mm | −5 mm |
| Head tube angle | 66.9 | 66.5° | −0.4° |
| Seat tube angle | 74.2 | 74.5° | +0.3° |
| Effective top tube | 659 | 670 | +11 mm |
| Chainstay length | 439 | 430mm | −9 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1209 | 1212mm | +3 mm |
| BB drop | 57 | 57 | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 738 | 786 | +48 mm |
| Seat tube length | 470 | 500 | +30 mm |
| Fork length | 530 | 516 | −14 mm |
| Head tube length | 115 | 125 | +10 mm |
| BB height | not listed | 313 |
Differences are the Specialized Epic World Cup Pro minus the Merida BIG.NINE TR. Full charts: 2026 Merida BIG.NINE TR, 2026 Specialized Epic World Cup Pro.
Where each sits in its class
Merida BIG.NINE TRSpecialized Epic World Cup 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 TR5000 | Specialized Epic World Cup ProPro |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida BIG.NINE TR CF3 III | Specialized Epic World Cup |
| Fork | RockShox Reba RL | RockShox Sid SL Ultimate |
| Derailleur | Shimano XT | SRAM X0 Eagle Transmission |
| Cassette | Shimano Deore M6100 | SRAM X0 Eagle Transmission |
| Chain | KMC X12 | SRAM X0 |
| Crankset | Shimano Deore MT512 | SRAM X0 Eagle |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano MT501 | SRAM DUB |
| Tire | Maxxis Rekon | Specialized Fast Trak, Specialized Air Trak |
| Rim | Merida EXPERT CC II | not listed |
| Brake | Shimano SLX M7100 | SRAM Motive, SRAM Level Ultimate Stealth |
| Rotor | Shimano SM-RT54 | not listed |
| Handlebar | Merida EXPERT CC | Specialized XC minirise |
| Stem | Merida TEAM CC III | not listed |
| Grips | Merida Comp TR | SRAM Slip |
| Headset | Acros ICR INTEGRATED neck | not listed |
| Seatpost | Merida TEAM TR SL | Roval Control SL |
| Rear shock | not listed | RockShox SIDLuxe WCID Ultimate |
| Shifter | not listed | SRAM Pod Controller |
| Rear Wheel | not listed | Roval Control SL VI |
| Front Wheel | not listed | Specialized CONTROL SL VI 350 |
| Saddle | not listed | Specialized Power Expert |
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