2019 Merida BIG.SEVEN 40-D vs 2021 Specialized Rockhopper Comp
The S is the Specialized Rockhopper Comp size closest to your M Merida BIG.SEVEN 40-D. 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 Comp
Compared with the Merida BIG.SEVEN 40-D in M, the Specialized Rockhopper Comp in S places the top of the head tube 16 mm higher and 4 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- +16 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- −4 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +1 mm
- About the same
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +5 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Merida BIG.SEVEN 40-D, MSpecialized Rockhopper Comp, SDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida BIG.SEVEN 40-D M | Specialized Rockhopper Comp S | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 409 | 405 | −4 mm |
| Stack | 591 | 607 | +16 mm |
| Head tube angle | 69 | 68.5 | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73 | 73.5 | +0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 590 | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 435 | 440 | +5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1104 | 1105 | +1 mm |
| BB drop | 30 | not listed | |
| Standover | 753 | 732mm | −21 mm |
| Seat tube length | 440 | 360mm | −80 mm |
| Fork length | 487 | 505mm | +18 mm |
| Head tube length | 130 | 95mm | −35 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Rockhopper Comp minus the Merida BIG.SEVEN 40-D. Full charts: 2019 Merida BIG.SEVEN 40-D, 2021 Specialized Rockhopper Comp.
Where each sits in its class
Merida BIG.SEVEN 40-DSpecialized Rockhopper Comp
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.SEVEN 40-D40-D | Specialized Rockhopper Comp |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida BIG.SEVEN SPEED N | not listed |
| Fork | SR Suntour XCM-HLO | not listed |
| Shifter | Shimano ST-EF505 | not listed |
| Derailleur | Shimano Altus M2000, Shimano Acera M370 | not listed |
| Cassette | Shimano CS-HG200 | not listed |
| Chain | KMC M99 | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | FSA TH-7420ST-W | not listed |
| Tire | Merida K1080 | not listed |
| Hub | Shimano TX505 | not listed |
| Rim | Merida CC | not listed |
| Brake | Shimano ST-EF505 | not listed |
| Rotor | Shimano SM-RT10 | not listed |
| Handlebar | Merida CC | not listed |
| Stem | Merida CC | not listed |
| Grips | Merida EC | not listed |
| Headset | FSA NO.10P Neck15 | not listed |
| Seatpost | Merida CC | not listed |
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