2020 Merida BIG.SEVEN 20-MD vs 2021 Specialized Rockhopper Comp
The XS is the Specialized Rockhopper Comp size closest to your S Merida BIG.SEVEN 20-MD. 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 20-MD in S, the Specialized Rockhopper Comp in XS places the top of the head tube 18 mm lower and 19 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 16 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- −18 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- −19 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −16 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- −1.0°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +5 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Merida BIG.SEVEN 20-MD, SSpecialized Rockhopper Comp, XSDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida BIG.SEVEN 20-MD S | Specialized Rockhopper Comp XS | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 394 | 375mm | −19 mm |
| Stack | 577 | 559mm | −18 mm |
| Head tube angle | 69 | 68° | −1.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73 | 73.5° | +0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 570 | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 435 | 440mm | +5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1083 | 1067mm | −16 mm |
| BB drop | 30 | not listed | |
| Standover | 701 | 658mm | −43 mm |
| Seat tube length | 380 | 310mm | −70 mm |
| Fork length | 487 | 475mm | −12 mm |
| Head tube length | 115 | 95mm | −20 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Rockhopper Comp minus the Merida BIG.SEVEN 20-MD. Full charts: 2020 Merida BIG.SEVEN 20-MD, 2021 Specialized Rockhopper Comp.
Where each sits in its class
Merida BIG.SEVEN 20-MDSpecialized 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 20-MD20-MD | Specialized Rockhopper Comp |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida BIG.SEVEN SPEED N | not listed |
| Fork | SR Suntour XCM-HLO | not listed |
| Shifter | Shimano ST-EF500 | not listed |
| Derailleur | Shimano FD-TY700, Shimano Acera M360 | not listed |
| Cassette | SunRace CSM668 | not listed |
| Chain | KMC M700 | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | FSA TH-7420ST-W | not listed |
| Pedals | VPE-891 | not listed |
| Tire | Merida K1080 | not listed |
| Hub | Shimano TX505 | not listed |
| Rim | Merida CC | not listed |
| Brake | Promax MTD-3.0 disc | 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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