2026 Merida MISSION 10K vs 2026 Specialized Crux Comp Shimano
The 49 is the Specialized Crux Comp Shimano size closest to your XXS Merida MISSION 10K. 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 Crux Comp Shimano
Compared with the Merida MISSION 10K in XXS, the Specialized Crux Comp Shimano in 49 places the top of the head tube at about the same height and 5 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 11 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +1 mm
- About the same height
- Frame reach
- +5 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +11 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- +0.5°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- +6 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Merida MISSION 10K, XXSSpecialized Crux Comp Shimano, 49Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida MISSION 10K XXS | Specialized Crux Comp Shimano 49 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 370 | 375 | +5 mm |
| Stack | 529 | 530 | +1 mm |
| Head tube angle | 70 | 70.5 | +0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 74 | 75.5 | +1.5° |
| Effective top tube | 522 | 512 | −10 mm |
| Chainstay length | 419 | 425 | +6 mm |
| Wheelbase | 997 | 1008 | +11 mm |
| BB drop | 72 | 74 | +2 mm |
| Standover | 741 | not listed | |
| Seat tube length | 445 | not listed | |
| Fork length | 400 | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 103 | 100 | −3 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Crux Comp Shimano minus the Merida MISSION 10K. Full charts: 2026 Merida MISSION 10K, 2026 Specialized Crux Comp Shimano.
Where each sits in its class
Merida MISSION 10KSpecialized Crux Comp Shimano
Each bike is ranked against the other gravel 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 MISSION 10K10K | Specialized Crux Comp ShimanoComp Shimano GRX |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida MISSION CF4 II | Specialized Crux FACT 10r Carbon |
| Shifter | SRAM RED AXS | Shimano GRX RX820 820 |
| Derailleur | SRAM Red XPLR | Shimano GRX RX822-GS |
| Cassette | SRAM Red XPLR | Shimano XT |
| Chain | SRAM Red | Shimano XT M8100 |
| Crankset | SRAM RED XPLR AXS Power Meter | Shimano GRX RX820 |
| Bottom bracket | SRAM DUB BSA Road Wide | Shimano BB |
| Wheelset | Zipp 303 XPLR SW | DT Swiss G540 |
| Tire | Goodyear XPLR Slick designed for Zipp 40mm | Specialized Pathfinder Pro 2BR |
| Brake | SRAM Red AXS | Shimano GRX RX820 |
| Rotor | SRAM Paceline X | Shimano 180mm CenterLock |
| Handlebar | Merida TEAM SL 1P GR | Specialized Adventure Gear |
| Stem | Merida TEAM ONE-PIECE GR | Specialized 3D-forged alloy |
| Saddle | Prologo Nago R4 PAS | Specialized Body Geometry Power Sport |
| Fork | not listed | Specialized FACT carbon |
| Chainring | not listed | Shimano GRX RX820 |
| Seatpost | not listed | Roval Terra Carbon |
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