2020 Merida MATTS 7. vs 2022 Merida BIG.NINE 20-2x
The S is the Merida BIG.NINE 20-2x size closest to your S Merida MATTS 7.. 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 Merida BIG.NINE 20-2x
Compared with the Merida MATTS 7. in S, the Merida BIG.NINE 20-2x in S places the top of the head tube 9 mm higher and 10 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 7 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +9 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- −10 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +7 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- +0.5°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- +10 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Merida MATTS 7., SMerida BIG.NINE 20-2x, SDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida MATTS 7. S | Merida BIG.NINE 20-2x S | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 392 | 382 | −10 mm |
| Stack | 605 | 614 | +9 mm |
| Head tube angle | 69.5 | 70 | +0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 74.5 | 73 | −1.5° |
| Effective top tube | 560 | 570 | +10 mm |
| Chainstay length | 430 | 440 | +10 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1062 | 1069 | +7 mm |
| BB drop | 63 | 60 | −3 mm |
| Seat tube length | 381 | 370 | −11 mm |
| Fork length | 493 | 506 | +13 mm |
| Head tube length | 100 | 100 | ±0 mm |
| Standover | not listed | 679 |
Differences are the Merida BIG.NINE 20-2x minus the Merida MATTS 7.. Full charts: 2020 Merida MATTS 7., 2022 Merida BIG.NINE 20-2x.
Where each sits in its class
Merida MATTS 7.Merida BIG.NINE 20-2x
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 MATTS 7.7. 100 | Merida BIG.NINE 20-2x20-2x |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida MATTS 7. TFS | Merida BIG.NINE TFS III |
| Fork | SR Suntour XCM-HLO | SR Suntour XCT30 HLO |
| Shifter | Shimano Altus | not listed |
| Derailleur | Shimano Acera M3000, Shimano Alivio | Shimano FD-M315-TS, Shimano Acera M360 |
| Cassette | Shimano HG200 | SunRace CSM668 |
| Chain | KMC M99 | SunRace M84 |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano UN100 BSA | FSA TH-7420ST-W |
| Pedals | VPE-891 | VPE-891 |
| Tire | Maxxis Ikon | Merida K1080 |
| Hub | Shimano TX505 | Shimano TX505 |
| Rim | Merida COMP CC | Merida CC |
| Brake | Shimano MT200 | Power DS100 |
| Rotor | Shimano SM-RT10 | Shimano SM-RT10 |
| Handlebar | Merida COMP CC | Merida CC |
| Stem | Merida COMP CC | Merida CC |
| Grips | Merida COMP EC | Merida EC |
| Headset | Merida M44PSE neck | Merida M2345 |
| Seatpost | Merida COMP CC | Merida CC |
| Saddle | Merida COMP CC | not listed |
| Crankset | not listed | Shimano FC-M315-2 |
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