2021 Merida BIG.SEVEN vs 2019 Cannondale Scalpel SE
The S (27.5") is the Cannondale Scalpel SE size closest to your M Merida BIG.SEVEN. 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 Cannondale Scalpel SE
Compared with the Merida BIG.SEVEN in M, the Cannondale Scalpel SE in S (27.5") places the top of the head tube 31 mm lower and 15 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 17 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- −31 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- −15 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −17 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- −4 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Merida BIG.SEVEN, MCannondale Scalpel SE, S (27.5")Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida BIG.SEVEN M | Cannondale Scalpel SE S (27.5") | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 409 | 394 | −15 mm |
| Stack | 591 | 560 | −31 mm |
| Head tube angle | 69 | 68.5 | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73 | 72 | −1.0° |
| Effective top tube | 590 | 574 | −16 mm |
| Chainstay length | 430 | 426 | −4 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1099 | 1082 | −17 mm |
| BB drop | 30 | 10 | −20 mm |
| Standover | 740 | not listed | |
| Seat tube length | 440 | 400 | −40 mm |
| Fork length | 487 | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 130 | 97 | −33 mm |
| BB height | not listed | 343 |
Differences are the Cannondale Scalpel SE minus the Merida BIG.SEVEN. Full charts: 2021 Merida BIG.SEVEN, 2019 Cannondale Scalpel SE.
Where each sits in its class
Merida BIG.SEVENCannondale Scalpel SE
Each bike is ranked against the other XC 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 | Merida BIG.SEVEN15 | Cannondale Scalpel SESE |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida BIG.SEVEN SPEED | Cannondale Scalpel SE |
| Fork | SR Suntour XCT30 | Fox Float 34 Stepcast Performance |
| Shifter | Shimano ST-EF505 | SRAM NX Eagle |
| Derailleur | Shimano FD-TY700, Shimano Acera M310 | SRAM GX Eagle |
| Cassette | SunRace CSM668 | SRAM NX Eagle |
| Chain | SunRace M84 | SRAM NX Eagle |
| Bottom bracket | FSA TH-7420ST-W | Cannondale PressFit30 |
| Pedals | VPE-891 | not listed |
| Tire | Merida K1080 | Maxxis Ardent |
| Hub | Shimano TX505 | not listed |
| Rim | Merida CC | Stan’s NoTubes |
| Brake | Shimano ST-EF505 | SRAM Guide T |
| Rotor | Shimano SM-RT10 | not listed |
| Handlebar | Merida CC | Cannondale C3 |
| Stem | Merida CC | Cannondale C3 |
| Grips | Merida EC | Cannondale Locking Grips |
| Headset | FSA No.10 | Tange 1.5 |
| Seatpost | Merida CC | not listed |
| Rear shock | not listed | Fox Float DPS EVOL Performance |
| Crankset | not listed | TruVativ Stylo |
| Dropper post | not listed | Cannondale DownLow Dropper Post |
| Saddle | not listed | Fabric Scoop |
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