2021 Merida BIG.SEVEN 100-3x vs 2019 Cannondale Scalpel SE
The S (27.5") is the Cannondale Scalpel SE size closest to your S Merida BIG.SEVEN 100-3x. 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 100-3x in S, the Cannondale Scalpel SE in S (27.5") places the top of the head tube 17 mm lower and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 4 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- −17 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- ±0 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- +4 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- −4 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Merida BIG.SEVEN 100-3x, SCannondale Scalpel SE, S (27.5")Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida BIG.SEVEN 100-3x S | Cannondale Scalpel SE S (27.5") | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 394 | 394 | ±0 mm |
| Stack | 577 | 560 | −17 mm |
| Head tube angle | 69 | 68.5 | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73 | 72 | −1.0° |
| Effective top tube | 570 | 574 | +4 mm |
| Chainstay length | 430 | 426 | −4 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1078 | 1082 | +4 mm |
| BB drop | 30 | 10 | −20 mm |
| Standover | 689 | not listed | |
| Seat tube length | 380 | 400 | +20 mm |
| Fork length | 487 | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 115 | 97 | −18 mm |
| BB height | not listed | 343 |
Differences are the Cannondale Scalpel SE minus the Merida BIG.SEVEN 100-3x. Full charts: 2021 Merida BIG.SEVEN 100-3x, 2019 Cannondale Scalpel SE.
Where each sits in its class
Merida BIG.SEVEN 100-3xCannondale 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.SEVEN 100-3x100-3x | Cannondale Scalpel SESE |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida BIG.SEVEN TFS III | Cannondale Scalpel SE |
| Fork | SR Suntour XCR32 LOR | Fox Float 34 Stepcast Performance |
| Shifter | Shimano Altus | SRAM NX Eagle |
| Derailleur | Shimano Altus M2000, Shimano Alivio Shadow | SRAM GX Eagle |
| Cassette | Shimano HG200 | SRAM NX Eagle |
| Chain | KMC M99 | SRAM NX Eagle |
| Bottom bracket | FSA TH 7420ST | Cannondale PressFit30 |
| Pedals | VPE-891 | not listed |
| Tire | Maxxis Ikon | Maxxis Ardent |
| Hub | Shimano TX505 | not listed |
| Rim | Merida COMP CC | Stan’s NoTubes |
| Brake | Tektro M275 | SRAM Guide T |
| Rotor | Shimano SM-RT10 | not listed |
| Handlebar | Merida EXPERT CC | Cannondale C3 |
| Stem | Merida COMP CC | Cannondale C3 |
| Grips | Merida COMP EC | Cannondale Locking Grips |
| Headset | Merida M2346 Neck | Tange 1.5 |
| Seatpost | Merida COMP CC | not listed |
| Saddle | Merida COMP CC | Fabric Scoop |
| Rear shock | not listed | Fox Float DPS EVOL Performance |
| Crankset | not listed | TruVativ Stylo |
| Dropper post | not listed | Cannondale DownLow Dropper Post |
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