2017 Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Limited Edition II vs 2019 Merida REACTO DISC TEAM-E
The ML is the Merida REACTO DISC TEAM-E size closest to your 56 Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Limited Edition II. 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 Limited Edition II in 56, the Merida REACTO DISC TEAM-E in ML places the top of the head tube 3 mm higher 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
- +3 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- ±0 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- +6 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- +3 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Limited Edition II, 56Merida REACTO DISC TEAM-E, MLDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Limited Edition II 56 | Merida REACTO DISC TEAM-E ML | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 395mm | 395 | ±0 mm |
| Stack | 554mm | 557 | +3 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73.5° | 73.5 | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | 73.5 | −0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 554mm | 560 | +6 mm |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 408 | +3 mm |
| Wheelbase | 984mm | 990 | +6 mm |
| BB drop | 69mm | 66 | −3 mm |
| BB height | 272.5mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 784.3mm | 800 | +16 mm |
| Seat tube length | 520mm | 540 | +20 mm |
| Fork length | 368mm | 368 | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 150mm | 157 | +7 mm |
Differences are the Merida REACTO DISC TEAM-E minus the Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Limited Edition II. Full charts: 2017 Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Limited Edition II, 2019 Merida REACTO DISC TEAM-E.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Limited Edition IIMerida 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 Limited Edition IIDSW SL Sprint Limited Edition II | Merida REACTO DISC TEAM-EDISC TEAM-E |
|---|---|---|
| Bottom bracket | Specialized Enduro | FSA 386-BB30 PF6000 [SMN FC] |
| Seatpost | Specialized Venge | Merida TEAM CW |
| Frame | not listed | Merida REACTO CF4 DISC |
| Shifter | not listed | Shimano Dura Ace disc Di2 |
| Derailleur | not listed | Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 |
| Cassette | not listed | Shimano CS-9100 |
| Chain | not listed | KMC X11SL DLC |
| Wheelset | not listed | DT Swiss PRC 1400 Spline DB 65 |
| Tire | not listed | Continental Grand Prix 4000s |
| Brake | not listed | Shimano Dura-Ace |
| Rotor | not listed | Shimano RT900 |
| Handlebar | not listed | Vision Metron 6D |
| Stem | not listed | Vision Metron 6D |
| Headset | not listed | FSA REACTO CF neck |
| Saddle | not listed | Prologo Zero II pas CPC |
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