2018 Specialized Fuse Comp 6Fattie/29 vs 2019 Merida BIG.TRAIL
The XL is the Merida BIG.TRAIL size closest to your XXL Specialized Fuse Comp 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 Comp 6Fattie/29 in XXL, the Merida BIG.TRAIL in XL places the top of the head tube 4 mm higher and 11 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 17 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- +4 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- −11 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −17 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- −3 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Fuse Comp 6Fattie/29, XXLMerida BIG.TRAIL, XLDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Fuse Comp 6Fattie/29 XXL | Merida BIG.TRAIL XL | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 476mm | 465 | −11 mm |
| Stack | 661mm | 665 | +4 mm |
| Head tube angle | 67.5° | 67.5 | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | 73.5 | −0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 679mm | 662 | −17 mm |
| Chainstay length | 430mm | 427.5 | −3 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1211mm | 1194 | −17 mm |
| BB drop | 51mm | 60 | +9 mm |
| BB height | 319mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 866mm | 763 | −103 mm |
| Seat tube length | 555mm | 540 | −15 mm |
| Fork length | 530mm | 541 | +11 mm |
| Head tube length | 150mm | 135 | −15 mm |
Differences are the Merida BIG.TRAIL minus the Specialized Fuse Comp 6Fattie/29. Full charts: 2018 Specialized Fuse Comp 6Fattie/29, 2019 Merida BIG.TRAIL.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Fuse Comp 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 Comp 6Fattie/29Comp 6Fattie/29 | Merida BIG.TRAIL400 |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | Manitou Machete 29/6Fattie | SR Suntour XCR34 |
| Shifter | SRAM NX | not listed |
| Derailleur | SRAM NX | Shimano SLX Shadow+ |
| Cassette | SRAM PG-1130 | SunRace CSMX8 |
| Chain | KMC X-11 | KMC X11 |
| Crankset | Specialized Stout | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Purgatory, Specialized Ground Control | Maxxis Rekon |
| Rim | Specialized Stout | Merida EXPERT TP |
| Brake | Tektro HD-M735 | Shimano MT200 |
| Handlebar | Specialized Stout | Merida EXPERT CC |
| Grips | Specialized Sip Grip | Merida COMP EC |
| Dropper post | TranzX Dropper | not listed |
| Seatpost | TranzX Dropper | Merida COMP CC |
| Saddle | Specialized Henge Comp | Merida COMP CC |
| Frame | not listed | Merida BIG.TRAIL LITE |
| Hub | not listed | Shimano MT400-B |
| Rotor | not listed | Shimano SM-RT10 |
| Stem | not listed | Merida EXPERT CC |
| Headset | not listed | Merida M2333 Neck |
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