2018 Specialized Fuse 6Fattie/29 vs 2019 Merida BIG.TRAIL
The S is the Merida BIG.TRAIL size closest to your XS Specialized Fuse 6Fattie/29. 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 BIG.TRAIL
Compared with the Specialized Fuse 6Fattie/29 in XS, the Merida BIG.TRAIL in S places the top of the head tube 34 mm higher and 25 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 45 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +34 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +25 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +45 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −1.0°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- −8 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Specialized Fuse 6Fattie/29, XSMerida BIG.TRAIL, SDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Fuse 6Fattie/29 XS | Merida BIG.TRAIL S | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 380mm | 405 | +25 mm |
| Stack | 603mm | 637 | +34 mm |
| Head tube angle | 68.5° | 67.5 | −1.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73° | 73.5 | +0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 553mm | 594 | +41 mm |
| Chainstay length | 435mm | 427.5 | −8 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1078mm | 1123 | +45 mm |
| BB drop | not listed | 60 | |
| BB height | 317mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 715mm | 662 | −53 mm |
| Seat tube length | 330mm | 390 | +60 mm |
| Fork length | 500mm | 541 | +41 mm |
| Head tube length | 100mm | 105 | +5 mm |
Differences are the Merida BIG.TRAIL minus the Specialized Fuse 6Fattie/29. Full charts: 2018 Specialized Fuse 6Fattie/29, 2019 Merida BIG.TRAIL.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Fuse 6Fattie/29Merida BIG.TRAIL
Each bike is ranked against the other trail 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 Fuse 6Fattie/296Fattie/29 | Merida BIG.TRAIL400 |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | SR Suntour XCM32 | SR Suntour XCR34 |
| Shifter | SRAM X5 | not listed |
| Derailleur | SRAM GX | Shimano SLX Shadow+ |
| Chain | KMC X-10 | KMC X11 |
| Crankset | Specialized Stout | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Ground Control | Maxxis Rekon |
| Hub | Specialized Stout 110, Specialized Stout 141 | Shimano MT400-B |
| Rim | Specialized Stout 38 27.5 | Merida EXPERT TP |
| Brake | Tektro Auriga | Shimano MT200 |
| Handlebar | Specialized Stout | Merida EXPERT CC |
| Grips | Specialized Sip Grip | Merida COMP EC |
| Saddle | Specialized Henge Comp | Merida COMP CC |
| Frame | not listed | Merida BIG.TRAIL LITE |
| Cassette | not listed | SunRace CSMX8 |
| Rotor | not listed | Shimano SM-RT10 |
| Stem | not listed | Merida EXPERT CC |
| Headset | not listed | Merida M2333 Neck |
| Seatpost | not listed | Merida COMP CC |
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