2021 Merida BIG.SEVEN vs 2019 Cannondale Scalpel SE
The Cannondale Scalpel SE size closest to your S is the S (27.5"). Compare the S (27.5") instead
What changes on the Cannondale Scalpel SE
- Frame stack
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Frame reach
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Wheelbase
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +6 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Only the Merida BIG.SEVEN is drawn. The Cannondale Scalpel SE numbers we have for size L (29") are missing the reach, stack and wheelbase.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida BIG.SEVEN S | Cannondale Scalpel SE L (29") | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 394 | not listed | |
| Stack | 577 | not listed | |
| Head tube angle | 69 | 68.5 | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73 | 72 | −1.0° |
| Effective top tube | 570 | 627 | +57 mm |
| Chainstay length | 430 | 436 | +6 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1078 | not listed | |
| BB drop | 30 | 27 | −3 mm |
| Standover | 689 | not listed | |
| Seat tube length | 380 | 480 | +100 mm |
| Fork length | 487 | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 115 | 122 | +7 mm |
| BB height | not listed | 345 |
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
AggressivePositionUpright
CalmSteeringQuick
PlayfulBalancePlanted
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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