2025 Merida BIG.SEVEN SE vs 2025 Cube Reaction C:62
The M is the Cube Reaction C:62 size closest to your XS Merida BIG.SEVEN SE. 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 SE in XS, the Cube Reaction C:62 in M places the top of the head tube 28 mm higher and 48 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 67 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +28 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +48 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +67 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −1.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- −4 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Merida BIG.SEVEN SE, XSCube Reaction C:62, MDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida BIG.SEVEN SE XS | Cube Reaction C:62 M | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 374 | 422 | +48 mm |
| Stack | 593 | 621 | +28 mm |
| Head tube angle | 70 | 68.5 | −1.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5 | 74 | +0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 550 | 598 | +48 mm |
| Chainstay length | 430 | 426 | −4 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1042 | 1109 | +67 mm |
| BB drop | 53 | not listed | |
| Standover | 650 | not listed | |
| Seat tube length | 343 | not listed | |
| Fork length | 490 | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 100 | not listed |
Differences are the Cube Reaction C:62 minus the Merida BIG.SEVEN SE. Full charts: 2025 Merida BIG.SEVEN SE, 2025 Cube Reaction C:62.
Where each sits in its class
Merida BIG.SEVEN SECube 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.SEVEN SE15 SE | Cube Reaction C:62C:62 SLX |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida BIG.SEVEN SPEED | Cube Reaction C:62 |
| Fork | SR Suntour XCT30 | Fox 32 Float SC Performance |
| Derailleur | Shimano FD-TY700, Shimano Acera M310 | SRAM GX Eagle AXS |
| Cassette | SunRace CSM55.8 | 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 |
| Hub | Shimano TX505 | not listed |
| Rim | Merida CC | not listed |
| Brake | Shimano MT200 | 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 | FSA NO.10P Neck15 | 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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