2019 Specialized Allez Sprint Comp vs 2020 Merida REACTO 8000-E
The XS is the Merida REACTO 8000-E size closest to your 49 Specialized Allez 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 8000-E
Compared with the Specialized Allez Sprint Comp in 49, the Merida REACTO 8000-E in XS places the top of the head tube 14 mm higher and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 16 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +14 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +2 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- +16 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.8°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +3 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Specialized Allez Sprint Comp, 49Merida REACTO 8000-E, XSDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Allez Sprint Comp 49 | Merida REACTO 8000-E XS | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 375mm | 377 | +2 mm |
| Stack | 502mm | 516 | +14 mm |
| Head tube angle | 72.25° | 71.5 | −0.8° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | 74.5 | +0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 519mm | 520 | +1 mm |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 408 | +3 mm |
| Wheelbase | 959mm | 975 | +16 mm |
| BB drop | 69mm | 70 | +1 mm |
| BB height | 272.5mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 732.3mm | 735 | +3 mm |
| Seat tube length | 460mm | 470 | +10 mm |
| Fork length | 368mm | 368 | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 100mm | 116 | +16 mm |
Differences are the Merida REACTO 8000-E minus the Specialized Allez Sprint Comp. Full charts: 2019 Specialized Allez Sprint Comp, 2020 Merida REACTO 8000-E.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Allez Sprint CompMerida REACTO 8000-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 Sprint CompComp | Merida REACTO 8000-E8000-E |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano 105 R7000 | Shimano Ultegra Di2 |
| Derailleur | Shimano 105 R7000, Shimano 105 R7000 GS | Shimano Ultegra Di2 |
| Cassette | Shimano 105 R7000 | Shimano Ultegra R8000 |
| Chain | KMC X11 EL | KMC X11EL |
| Crankset | Praxis Zayante | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | Praxis 6806 | FSA 386-BB30 PF6000 [SMN FC] |
| Wheelset | DT Swiss R460 | Vision 55 SC |
| Tire | Specialized Turbo Pro | Continental Grand Sport Race |
| Brake | Shimano 105 R7000 | Shimano Ultegra |
| Seatpost | Specialized Venge | Merida TEAM CW |
| Saddle | Specialized Toupé Sport | Prologo Scratch 2 |
| Frame | not listed | Merida REACTO CF4 |
| Handlebar | not listed | Vision Metron 6D |
| Stem | not listed | Vision Metron 6D |
| Headset | not listed | FSA REACTO CF neck |
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