2022 Merida CROSSWAY XT-EDITION vs 2022 Specialized Crossroads 1.0 Step Through
The L is the Specialized Crossroads 1.0 Step Through size closest to your L Merida CROSSWAY XT-EDITION. 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 XT-EDITION in L, the Specialized Crossroads 1.0 Step Through in L places the top of the head tube 32 mm lower and 31 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 36 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- −32 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- −31 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −36 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- −1.0°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- −15 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Merida CROSSWAY XT-EDITION, LSpecialized Crossroads 1.0 Step Through, LDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida CROSSWAY XT-EDITION L | Specialized Crossroads 1.0 Step Through L | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 406 | 375mm | −31 mm |
| Stack | 667 | 635mm | −32 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71.5 | 70.5° | −1.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73 | 73° | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 610 | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 460 | 445mm | −15 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1104 | 1068mm | −36 mm |
| BB drop | 70 | not listed | |
| Standover | 817 | 599mm | −218 mm |
| Seat tube length | 550 | 500mm | −50 mm |
| Fork length | 468 | 410mm | −58 mm |
| Head tube length | 175 | 204mm | +29 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Crossroads 1.0 Step Through minus the Merida CROSSWAY XT-EDITION. Full charts: 2022 Merida CROSSWAY XT-EDITION, 2022 Specialized Crossroads 1.0 Step Through.
Where each sits in its class
Merida CROSSWAY XT-EDITIONSpecialized 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 XT-EDITIONXT-EDITION | Specialized Crossroads 1.0 Step Through1.0 Step Through |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida CROSSWAY TFS III | not listed |
| Fork | SR Suntour NCX-E RL Air | Specialized Crossroads |
| Shifter | Shimano XT | microSHIFT TS39 |
| Derailleur | Shimano XT, Shimano XT T8000 Shadow | microSHIFT RD-M26S |
| Cassette | Shimano HG500 | not listed |
| Chain | KMC X10 | KMC Z7 |
| Crankset | Shimano XT | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano MT800 BSA | not listed |
| Pedals | VPE-891 | not listed |
| Tire | Maxxis Overdrive II | Specialized Nimbus II Sport Reflect |
| Hub | Shimano M4050 | not listed |
| Rim | Merida COMP TK | not listed |
| Brake | Shimano MT500 | not listed |
| Rotor | Shimano SM-RT10 | not listed |
| Handlebar | Merida COMP CC | not listed |
| Stem | Merida EXPERT CC | not listed |
| Grips | Merida EXPERT EC | not listed |
| Headset | Merida M2340 | not listed |
| Seatpost | Merida COMP CC | not listed |
| Saddle | Merida EXPERT TK | not listed |
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