2022 Merida CROSSWAY 20-D vs 2022 Specialized Crossroads 1.0 Step Through
The M is the Specialized Crossroads 1.0 Step Through size closest to your XXS Merida CROSSWAY 20-D. 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 Crossroads 1.0 Step Through
Compared with the Merida CROSSWAY 20-D in XXS, the Specialized Crossroads 1.0 Step Through in M places the top of the head tube 10 mm lower and 11 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 11 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- −10 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- −11 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −11 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- −1.0°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- −15 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Merida CROSSWAY 20-D, XXSSpecialized Crossroads 1.0 Step Through, MDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida CROSSWAY 20-D XXS | Specialized Crossroads 1.0 Step Through M | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 382 | 371mm | −11 mm |
| Stack | 620 | 610mm | −10 mm |
| Head tube angle | 70.5 | 69.5° | −1.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 74 | 73° | −1.0° |
| Effective top tube | 560 | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 460 | 445mm | −15 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1076 | 1065mm | −11 mm |
| BB drop | 70 | not listed | |
| Standover | 678 | 573mm | −105 mm |
| Seat tube length | 390 | 435mm | +45 mm |
| Fork length | 468 | 410mm | −58 mm |
| Head tube length | 130 | 183mm | +53 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Crossroads 1.0 Step Through minus the Merida CROSSWAY 20-D. Full charts: 2022 Merida CROSSWAY 20-D, 2022 Specialized Crossroads 1.0 Step Through.
Where each sits in its class
Merida CROSSWAY 20-DSpecialized Crossroads 1.0 Step Through
Each bike is ranked against the other commuter 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 CROSSWAY 20-D20-D | Specialized Crossroads 1.0 Step Through1.0 Step Through |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida CROSSWAY TFS III | not listed |
| Fork | SR Suntour NEX HLO | Specialized Crossroads |
| Derailleur | Shimano FD-TY710, Shimano Acera M360 | microSHIFT RD-M26S |
| Cassette | SunRace CSM668 | not listed |
| Chain | SunRace M84 | KMC Z7 |
| Crankset | Shimano TY301 | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | FSA TH-7420ST-W | not listed |
| Pedals | VPE-891 | not listed |
| Tire | Merida K1171 | Specialized Nimbus II Sport Reflect |
| Hub | Shimano TX505 | not listed |
| Rim | Merida CC | not listed |
| Brake | Power DS100 | not listed |
| Rotor | Shimano SM-RT10 | not listed |
| Handlebar | Merida CC | not listed |
| Stem | Merida TK | not listed |
| Grips | Merida EC | not listed |
| Seatpost | Merida TK | not listed |
| Saddle | Merida Cross Sport | not listed |
| Shifter | not listed | microSHIFT TS39 |
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