2026 Specialized Crux SRAM XPLR vs 2026 Merida MISSION 10K
The XS is the Merida MISSION 10K size closest to your 52 Specialized Crux SRAM XPLR. 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 10K
Compared with the Specialized Crux SRAM XPLR in 52, the Merida MISSION 10K in XS places the top of the head tube 5 mm lower and 5 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 5 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- −5 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- −5 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −5 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- −1.3°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- −6 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Specialized Crux SRAM XPLR, 52Merida MISSION 10K, XSDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Crux SRAM XPLR 52 | Merida MISSION 10K XS | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 382 | 377 | −5 mm |
| Stack | 547 | 542 | −5 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71.25 | 70 | −1.3° |
| Seat tube angle | 74 | 74 | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 539 | 532 | −7 mm |
| Chainstay length | 425 | 419 | −6 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1014 | 1009 | −5 mm |
| BB drop | 74 | 72 | −2 mm |
| Head tube length | 115 | 117 | +2 mm |
| Standover | not listed | 764 | |
| Seat tube length | not listed | 470 | |
| Fork length | not listed | 400 |
Differences are the Merida MISSION 10K minus the Specialized Crux SRAM XPLR. Full charts: 2026 Specialized Crux SRAM XPLR, 2026 Merida MISSION 10K.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Crux SRAM XPLRMerida MISSION 10K
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 SRAM XPLRS-Works SRAM RED XPLR AXS | Merida MISSION 10K10K |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | S Works FACT 12r | Merida MISSION CF4 II |
| Fork | Specialized FACT | not listed |
| Shifter | SRAM XPLR RED | SRAM RED AXS |
| Derailleur | SRAM XPLR RED | SRAM Red XPLR |
| Cassette | SRAM XPLR RED | SRAM Red XPLR |
| Chain | SRAM RED E1 | SRAM Red |
| Crankset | SRAM AXS RED | SRAM RED XPLR AXS Power Meter |
| Chainring | SRAM Red AXS 40t | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | SRAM DUB GX | SRAM DUB BSA Road Wide |
| Wheelset | Roval Terra CLX II | Zipp 303 XPLR SW |
| Tire | Pathfinder | Goodyear XPLR Slick designed for Zipp 40mm |
| Brake | SRAM AXS RED | SRAM Red AXS |
| Rotor | SRAM 180mm CenterLock | SRAM Paceline X |
| Handlebar | Roval Terra | Merida TEAM SL 1P GR |
| Stem | S Works SL | Merida TEAM ONE-PIECE GR |
| Seatpost | Roval Alpinist | not listed |
| Saddle | S Works Power | Prologo Nago R4 PAS |
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