2019 Cannondale SuperX SE vs 2020 Merida MISSION CX SE
The XL is the Merida MISSION CX SE size closest to your 61 Cannondale SuperX SE. 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 Cannondale SuperX SE in 61, the Merida MISSION CX SE in XL places the top of the head tube 3 mm lower and 5 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 13 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- −3 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- +5 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −13 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- +1.0°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- +3 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Cannondale SuperX SE, 61Merida MISSION CX SE, XLDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Cannondale SuperX SE 61 | Merida MISSION CX SE XL | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 398 | 403 | +5 mm |
| Stack | 615 | 612 | −3 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71 | 72 | +1.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73 | 73 | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 586 | 590 | +4 mm |
| Chainstay length | 422 | 425 | +3 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1061 | 1048 | −13 mm |
| BB drop | 68 | 65 | −3 mm |
| BB height | 282 | not listed | |
| Standover | 863 | not listed | |
| Seat tube length | 589 | 590 | +1 mm |
| Head tube length | 196 | 195 | −1 mm |
| Fork length | not listed | 395 |
Differences are the Merida MISSION CX SE minus the Cannondale SuperX SE. Full charts: 2019 Cannondale SuperX SE, 2020 Merida MISSION CX SE.
Where each sits in its class
Cannondale SuperX SEMerida 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 | Cannondale SuperX SEApex 1 SE | Merida MISSION CX SECX 100 SE |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Cannondale SuperX | Merida MISSION CX TFS |
| Fork | SuperX | not listed |
| Shifter | SRAM Apex 1 HRD | SRAM Apex 1 |
| Derailleur | SRAM Apex 1 | SRAM Apex 1 |
| Cassette | SRAM PG 1130 | SunRace CSMS8 |
| Chain | SRAM PC1110 | KMC X11 |
| Crankset | Cannondale Si | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | Cannondale PressFit30 | FSA TH 7420ST |
| Tire | WTB Riddler | Maxxis Mud Wrestler |
| Hub | Formula CL-712 | not listed |
| Rim | WTB STP-i23 TCS | not listed |
| Brake | SRAM Apex 1 HRD | Promax ROAD PM |
| Handlebar | Cannondale C3 | not listed |
| Stem | Cannondale C3 | Merida COMP CC |
| Seatpost | Cannondale C3 | Merida COMP CC |
| Saddle | Fabric Scoop Radius Sport | not listed |
| Rotor | not listed | Promax G160 |
| Headset | not listed | Merida M2339 Neck |
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