2022 Specialized Crossroads 2.0 vs 2021 Merida CROSSWAY 20-D
The XXL is the Merida CROSSWAY 20-D size closest to your XL Specialized Crossroads 2.0. 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 20-D
Compared with the Specialized Crossroads 2.0 in XL, the Merida CROSSWAY 20-D in XXL places the top of the head tube 5 mm lower and 3 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 22 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- −5 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- +3 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −22 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- +2.0°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- +5 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Specialized Crossroads 2.0, XLMerida CROSSWAY 20-D, XXLDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Crossroads 2.0 XL | Merida CROSSWAY 20-D XXL | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 420mm | 423 | +3 mm |
| Stack | 680mm | 675 | −5 mm |
| Head tube angle | 70.5° | 72.5 | +2.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73° | 72.5 | −0.5° |
| Chainstay length | 445mm | 450 | +5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1132mm | 1110 | −22 mm |
| Standover | 853mm | 875 | +22 mm |
| Seat tube length | 532mm | 610 | +78 mm |
| Fork length | 410mm | 450 | +40 mm |
| Head tube length | 257mm | 200 | −57 mm |
| Effective top tube | not listed | 635 | |
| BB drop | not listed | 70 |
Differences are the Merida CROSSWAY 20-D minus the Specialized Crossroads 2.0. Full charts: 2022 Specialized Crossroads 2.0, 2021 Merida CROSSWAY 20-D.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Crossroads 2.0Merida CROSSWAY 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 2.02.0 | Merida CROSSWAY 20-D20-D |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | Specialized Crossroads | SR Suntour NEX HLO |
| Shifter | microSHIFT TS39 | Shimano ST-EF505 |
| Derailleur | microSHIFT FD-T202, microSHIFT RD-M26S | Shimano FD-TY710, Shimano Acera M360 |
| Chain | KMC Z7 | SunRace M84 |
| Tire | Specialized Nimbus II Armadillo Reflect | Merida K1171 |
| Frame | not listed | Merida CROSSWAY 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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