2022 Merida MATTS 7. 60-2x vs 2024 Merida BIG.NINE
The S is the Merida BIG.NINE size closest to your M Merida MATTS 7. 60-2x. 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
Compared with the Merida MATTS 7. 60-2x in M, the Merida BIG.NINE in S places the top of the head tube 4 mm lower and 10 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 9 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- −4 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- −10 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +9 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- +10 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Merida MATTS 7. 60-2x, MMerida BIG.NINE, SDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida MATTS 7. 60-2x M | Merida BIG.NINE S | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 392 | 382 | −10 mm |
| Stack | 618 | 614 | −4 mm |
| Head tube angle | 70 | 70 | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 74.5 | 73 | −1.5° |
| Effective top tube | 561 | 570 | +9 mm |
| Chainstay length | 430 | 440 | +10 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1060 | 1069 | +9 mm |
| BB drop | 65 | 60 | −5 mm |
| Standover | 664 | 679 | +15 mm |
| Seat tube length | 432 | 370 | −62 mm |
| Fork length | 493 | 506 | +13 mm |
| Head tube length | 110 | 100 | −10 mm |
Differences are the Merida BIG.NINE minus the Merida MATTS 7. 60-2x. Full charts: 2022 Merida MATTS 7. 60-2x, 2024 Merida BIG.NINE.
Where each sits in its class
Merida MATTS 7. 60-2xMerida BIG.NINE
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. 60-2x7. 60-2x | Merida BIG.NINE100 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida MATTS 7. SPEED-D | Merida BIG.NINE TFS IV |
| Fork | RockShox Judy TK | SR Suntour XCR LOR |
| Derailleur | Shimano FD-M2020-TS [2S], Shimano Acera M370 | Shimano CUES U4000, Shimano CUES U4020 |
| Cassette | Shimano CS-HG200 | Shimano LG300 |
| Chain | KMC M99 | Shimano LG500 |
| Crankset | Shimano MT101-2 | Shimano CUES U4000 |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-UN100 | FSA TH-7420ST Cartridge Bearing |
| Pedals | VPE-891 | VPE-891 |
| Tire | Merida K1080 | Maxxis Ikon |
| Hub | Shimano TX505 | not listed |
| Rim | Merida CC | Merida COMP CC |
| Brake | Power DS100 | Shimano MT200 |
| Rotor | Shimano SM-RT10 | Shimano SM-RT10 |
| Handlebar | Merida CC | Merida EXPERT CC |
| Stem | Merida CC | Merida COMP CC |
| Grips | Merida EC | Merida COMP EC |
| Headset | FSA NO.10P 15 | Merida M2345 |
| Seatpost | Merida CC | Merida COMP CC |
| Shifter | not listed | Shimano CUES U4000 |
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