2017 Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Comp vs 2019 Merida REACTO DISC TEAM-E
The S is the Merida REACTO DISC TEAM-E size closest to your 54 Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Comp. 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 REACTO DISC TEAM-E
Compared with the Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Comp in 54, the Merida REACTO DISC TEAM-E in S places the top of the head tube 4 mm lower and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 6 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- −4 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- −2 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- +6 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +3 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Comp, 54Merida REACTO DISC TEAM-E, SDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Comp 54 | Merida REACTO DISC TEAM-E S | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 385mm | 383 | −2 mm |
| Stack | 533mm | 529 | −4 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73° | 72.5 | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | 74 | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 538mm | 535 | −3 mm |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 408 | +3 mm |
| Wheelbase | 972mm | 978 | +6 mm |
| BB drop | 69mm | 70 | +1 mm |
| BB height | 272.5mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 765.5mm | 761 | −5 mm |
| Seat tube length | 500mm | 500 | ±0 mm |
| Fork length | 368mm | 368 | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 130mm | 126 | −4 mm |
Differences are the Merida REACTO DISC TEAM-E minus the Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Comp. Full charts: 2017 Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Comp, 2019 Merida REACTO DISC TEAM-E.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint CompMerida REACTO DISC TEAM-E
Each bike is ranked against the other road 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 | Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint CompDSW SL Sprint Comp | Merida REACTO DISC TEAM-EDISC TEAM-E |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano 105 | Shimano Dura Ace disc Di2 |
| Derailleur | Shimano 105 | Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 |
| Cassette | Shimano 105 | Shimano CS-9100 |
| Chain | KMC X-11 | KMC X11SL DLC |
| Crankset | Praxis Alba 2D | not listed |
| Wheelset | Specialized AXIS Elite | DT Swiss PRC 1400 Spline DB 65 |
| Tire | Specialized Turbo Pro | Continental Grand Prix 4000s |
| Brake | Specialized AXIS 2.0 | Shimano Dura-Ace |
| Seatpost | Specialized Venge | Merida TEAM CW |
| Saddle | Specialized Toupé Sport | Prologo Zero II pas CPC |
| Frame | not listed | Merida REACTO CF4 DISC |
| Bottom bracket | not listed | FSA 386-BB30 PF6000 [SMN FC] |
| Rotor | not listed | Shimano RT900 |
| Handlebar | not listed | Vision Metron 6D |
| Stem | not listed | Vision Metron 6D |
| Headset | not listed | FSA REACTO CF neck |
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