2024 Merida BIG.SEVEN vs 2025 Cube Reaction C:62
The M is the Cube Reaction C:62 size closest to your S Merida BIG.SEVEN. 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 C:62
Compared with the Merida BIG.SEVEN in S, the Cube Reaction C:62 in M places the top of the head tube 44 mm higher and 28 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 31 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +44 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +28 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +31 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- −4 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Merida BIG.SEVEN, SCube Reaction C:62, MDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida BIG.SEVEN S | Cube Reaction C:62 M | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 394 | 422 | +28 mm |
| Stack | 577 | 621 | +44 mm |
| Head tube angle | 69 | 68.5 | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73 | 74 | +1.0° |
| Effective top tube | 570 | 598 | +28 mm |
| Chainstay length | 430 | 426 | −4 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1078 | 1109 | +31 mm |
| BB drop | 30 | not listed | |
| Standover | 689 | not listed | |
| Seat tube length | 380 | not listed | |
| Fork length | 487 | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 115 | not listed |
Differences are the Cube Reaction C:62 minus the Merida BIG.SEVEN. Full charts: 2024 Merida BIG.SEVEN, 2025 Cube Reaction C:62.
Where each sits in its class
Merida BIG.SEVENCube Reaction C:62
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.SEVEN100 | Cube Reaction C:62C:62 SLX |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida BIG.SEVEN TFS IV | Cube Reaction C:62 |
| Fork | SR Suntour XCR LOR | Fox 32 Float SC Performance |
| Shifter | Shimano CUES U4000 | SRAM Pod Controller Ultimate |
| Derailleur | Shimano CUES U4000, Shimano CUES U4020 | SRAM GX Eagle AXS |
| Cassette | Shimano LG300 | SRAM GX Eagle Transmission |
| Chain | Shimano LG500 | SRAM GX Eagle Transmission |
| Crankset | Shimano CUES U4000 | SRAM X0 Eagle DUB |
| Bottom bracket | FSA TH-7420ST Cartridge Bearing | SRAM DUB Wide |
| Pedals | VPE-891 | not listed |
| Tire | Maxxis Ikon | Schwalbe Racing Ray, Schwalbe Racing Ralph |
| Rim | Merida COMP CC | not listed |
| Brake | Shimano MT200 | Magura MT8 Pro |
| Rotor | Shimano SM-RT10 | Magura MT8 Pro |
| Handlebar | Merida EXPERT CC | Newmen Advanced 318.10 |
| Stem | Merida COMP CC | Newmen Evolution 318.4 |
| Grips | Merida COMP EC | Acid React Pro |
| Headset | Merida M2346 Neck | Acros AZF-675 |
| Seatpost | Merida COMP CC | Newmen Advanced Custom Carbon |
| Chainring | not listed | SRAM X0 Eagle DUB |
| Wheelset | not listed | Newmen Beskar 30 Base |
| Saddle | not listed | Acid Nuance Pro |
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