2022 Specialized Crossroads 1.0 Step Through vs 2021 Merida CROSSWAY L 20-D
The XS is the Merida CROSSWAY L 20-D size closest to your M Specialized Crossroads 1.0 Step Through. 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 CROSSWAY L 20-D
Compared with the Specialized Crossroads 1.0 Step Through in M, the Merida CROSSWAY L 20-D in XS places the top of the head tube 3 mm lower and 6 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 8 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- −3 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- +6 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +8 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- +1.5°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- +5 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Specialized Crossroads 1.0 Step Through, MMerida CROSSWAY L 20-D, XSDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Crossroads 1.0 Step Through M | Merida CROSSWAY L 20-D XS | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 371mm | 377 | +6 mm |
| Stack | 610mm | 607 | −3 mm |
| Head tube angle | 69.5° | 71 | +1.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73° | 74 | +1.0° |
| Chainstay length | 445mm | 450 | +5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1065mm | 1073 | +8 mm |
| Standover | 573mm | 590 | +17 mm |
| Seat tube length | 435mm | 390 | −45 mm |
| Fork length | 410mm | 450 | +40 mm |
| Head tube length | 183mm | 135 | −48 mm |
| Effective top tube | not listed | 565 | |
| BB drop | not listed | 70 |
Differences are the Merida CROSSWAY L 20-D minus the Specialized Crossroads 1.0 Step Through. Full charts: 2022 Specialized Crossroads 1.0 Step Through, 2021 Merida CROSSWAY L 20-D.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Crossroads 1.0 Step ThroughMerida CROSSWAY L 20-D
Each bike is ranked against the other commuter 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 Crossroads 1.0 Step Through1.0 Step Through | Merida CROSSWAY L 20-D20-D |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | Specialized Crossroads | SR Suntour NEX HLO |
| Shifter | microSHIFT TS39 | Shimano ST-EF505 |
| Derailleur | microSHIFT RD-M26S | Shimano FD-TY710, Shimano Acera M360 |
| Chain | KMC Z7 | SunRace M84 |
| Tire | Specialized Nimbus II Sport Reflect | Merida K1171 |
| Frame | not listed | Merida CROSSWAY L SPEED |
| Cassette | not listed | SunRace CSM668 |
| Bottom bracket | not listed | FSA TH-7420ST-W |
| Pedals | not listed | VPE-891 |
| Hub | not listed | Shimano TX505 |
| Rim | not listed | Merida CC |
| Brake | not listed | Shimano ST-EF505 |
| Rotor | not listed | Shimano SM-RT10 |
| Handlebar | not listed | Merida CC |
| Stem | not listed | Merida TK |
| Grips | not listed | Merida EC |
| Seatpost | not listed | Merida TK |
| Saddle | not listed | Merida Cross Sport |
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