2018 Specialized Crux Expert vs 2020 Merida MISSION CX SE
The XL is the Merida MISSION CX SE size closest to your 61 Specialized Crux Expert. 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 MISSION CX SE
Compared with the Specialized Crux Expert in 61, the Merida MISSION CX SE in XL places the top of the head tube 6 mm lower and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 5 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- −6 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- +1 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- +5 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −1.0°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Crux Expert, 61Merida MISSION CX SE, XLDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Crux Expert 61 | Merida MISSION CX SE XL | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 402mm | 403 | +1 mm |
| Stack | 618mm | 612 | −6 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73° | 72 | −1.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 75.5° | 73 | −2.5° |
| Effective top tube | 597mm | 590 | −7 mm |
| Chainstay length | 425mm | 425 | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1043mm | 1048 | +5 mm |
| BB drop | 71mm | 65 | −6 mm |
| BB height | 285.5mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 861.5mm | not listed | |
| Seat tube length | 600mm | 590 | −10 mm |
| Fork length | 400mm | 395 | −5 mm |
| Head tube length | 190mm | 195 | +5 mm |
Differences are the Merida MISSION CX SE minus the Specialized Crux Expert. Full charts: 2018 Specialized Crux Expert, 2020 Merida MISSION CX SE.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Crux ExpertMerida MISSION CX SE
Each bike is ranked against the other gravel 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 Crux ExpertExpert X1 | Merida MISSION CX SECX 100 SE |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | SRAM Force 1 | SRAM Apex 1 |
| Derailleur | SRAM Force 1 | SRAM Apex 1 |
| Cassette | SRAM PG-1170 | SunRace CSMS8 |
| Chain | SRAM PC-1170 | KMC X11 |
| Crankset | SRAM Force 1 | not listed |
| Wheelset | Roval SLX 24 | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Terra Pro | Maxxis Mud Wrestler |
| Brake | SRAM Force | Promax ROAD PM |
| Saddle | Specialized Phenom Expert | not listed |
| Frame | not listed | Merida MISSION CX TFS |
| Bottom bracket | not listed | FSA TH 7420ST |
| Rotor | not listed | Promax G160 |
| Stem | not listed | Merida COMP CC |
| Headset | not listed | Merida M2339 Neck |
| Seatpost | not listed | Merida COMP CC |
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