2025 Merida BIG.SEVEN vs 2024 Specialized Rockhopper Comp
The M - 29 is the Specialized Rockhopper Comp size closest to your L 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 Specialized Rockhopper Comp
Compared with the Merida BIG.SEVEN in L, the Specialized Rockhopper Comp in M - 29 places the top of the head tube 11 mm higher and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 8 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +11 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- ±0 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- +8 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +10 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Merida BIG.SEVEN, LSpecialized Rockhopper Comp, M - 29Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida BIG.SEVEN L | Specialized Rockhopper Comp M - 29 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 425 | 425mm | ±0 mm |
| Stack | 605 | 616mm | +11 mm |
| Head tube angle | 69 | 68.5° | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73 | 73.5° | +0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 610 | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 430 | 440mm | +10 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1120 | 1128mm | +8 mm |
| BB drop | 30 | not listed | |
| Standover | 778 | 754mm | −24 mm |
| Seat tube length | 480 | 400mm | −80 mm |
| Fork length | 487 | 515mm | +28 mm |
| Head tube length | 145 | 95mm | −50 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Rockhopper Comp minus the Merida BIG.SEVEN. Full charts: 2025 Merida BIG.SEVEN, 2024 Specialized Rockhopper Comp.
Where each sits in its class
Merida BIG.SEVENSpecialized 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.SEVEN15 | Specialized Rockhopper CompComp |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida BIG.SEVEN TFS IV | Specialized A1 premium butted |
| Fork | SR Suntour XCT30 | RockShox Judy |
| Derailleur | Shimano FD-TY700, Shimano RD-M300-7 | Shimano Deore |
| Cassette | Shimano CS-HG200-7 | SunRace 11-46t |
| Chain | SunRace CNM84 | KMC X10 |
| Crankset | Shimano TY301 | Specialized Stout |
| Bottom bracket | FSA TH 7420ST | not listed |
| Pedals | VPE-891 | not listed |
| Tire | Merida K1080 | Specialized Fast Trak Sport |
| Rim | Merida CC | Specialized hookless |
| Brake | Shimano ST-EF505 | Shimano MT200 |
| Rotor | Shimano SM-RT10 | Shimano MT200 |
| Handlebar | Merida CC | Specialized alloy |
| Stem | Merida CC | Specialized Stout |
| Grips | Merida EC | Specialized Trail |
| Headset | Merida M2345 | not listed |
| Seatpost | Merida CC | not listed |
| Shifter | not listed | Shimano Deore |
| Wheelset | not listed | Formula DC |
| Hub | not listed | Formula DC-20 front, Formula DC-22 rear |
| Saddle | not listed | Specialized Bridge Sport |
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