2017 Trek Stache 9.6 vs 2019 Merida BIG.TRAIL
The XL is the Merida BIG.TRAIL size closest to your XL Trek Stache 9.6. 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 Trek Stache 9.6 in XL, the Merida BIG.TRAIL in XL places the top of the head tube 16 mm higher and 5 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 27 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +16 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- −5 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +27 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.9°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +8 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Trek Stache 9.6, XLMerida BIG.TRAIL, XLDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Trek Stache 9.6 XL | Merida BIG.TRAIL XL | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 470 | 465 | −5 mm |
| Stack | 649 | 665 | +16 mm |
| Head tube angle | 68.4° | 67.5 | −0.9° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5° | 73.5 | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 664 | 662 | −2 mm |
| Chainstay length | 420 | 427.5 | +8 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1167 | 1194 | +27 mm |
| BB drop | 72 | 60 | −12 mm |
| BB height | 328 | not listed | |
| Standover | 792 | 763 | −29 mm |
| Seat tube length | 521 | 540 | +19 mm |
| Head tube length | 110 | 135 | +25 mm |
| Fork length | not listed | 541 |
Differences are the Merida BIG.TRAIL minus the Trek Stache 9.6. Full charts: 2017 Trek Stache 9.6, 2019 Merida BIG.TRAIL.
Where each sits in its class
Trek Stache 9.6Merida 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 | Trek Stache 9.69.6 | Merida BIG.TRAIL400 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Trek OCLV | Merida BIG.TRAIL LITE |
| Fork | RockShox Yari RC | SR Suntour XCR34 |
| Shifter | SRAM GX | not listed |
| Derailleur | SRAM GX | Shimano SLX Shadow+ |
| Cassette | SRAM XG 1150 | SunRace CSMX8 |
| Chain | SRAM PC1110 | KMC X11 |
| Crankset | SRAM X1 1200 | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | Trek PF92 | not listed |
| Tire | Bontrager Chupacabra | Maxxis Rekon |
| Hub | Bontrager Boost148 | Shimano MT400-B |
| Rim | Sun Ringlé Duroc 50 SL | Merida EXPERT TP |
| Brake | SRAM Guide R | Shimano MT200 |
| Handlebar | Bontrager Rhythm Elite | Merida EXPERT CC |
| Stem | Bontrager Rhythm | Merida EXPERT CC |
| Seatpost | KS eThirty Integra | Merida COMP CC |
| Saddle | Bontrager Evoke 2 | Merida COMP CC |
| Rotor | not listed | Shimano SM-RT10 |
| Grips | not listed | Merida COMP EC |
| Headset | not listed | Merida M2333 Neck |
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