2025 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: 2025 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.SEVEN15 | Cube Reaction C:62C:62 SLX |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida BIG.SEVEN TFS IV | Cube Reaction C:62 |
| Fork | SR Suntour XCT30 | Fox 32 Float SC Performance |
| Derailleur | Shimano FD-TY700, Shimano RD-M300-7 | SRAM GX Eagle AXS |
| Cassette | Shimano CS-HG200-7 | SRAM GX Eagle Transmission |
| Chain | SunRace CNM84 | SRAM GX Eagle Transmission |
| Crankset | Shimano TY301 | SRAM X0 Eagle DUB |
| Bottom bracket | FSA TH 7420ST | SRAM DUB Wide |
| Pedals | VPE-891 | not listed |
| Tire | Merida K1080 | Schwalbe Racing Ray, Schwalbe Racing Ralph |
| Rim | Merida CC | not listed |
| Brake | Shimano ST-EF505 | Magura MT8 Pro |
| Rotor | Shimano SM-RT10 | Magura MT8 Pro |
| Handlebar | Merida CC | Newmen Advanced 318.10 |
| Stem | Merida CC | Newmen Evolution 318.4 |
| Grips | Merida EC | Acid React Pro |
| Headset | Merida M2345 | Acros AZF-675 |
| Seatpost | Merida CC | Newmen Advanced Custom Carbon |
| Shifter | not listed | SRAM Pod Controller Ultimate |
| Chainring | not listed | SRAM X0 Eagle DUB |
| Wheelset | not listed | Newmen Beskar 30 Base |
| Saddle | not listed | Acid Nuance Pro |
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