2020 Merida CROSSWAY vs 2022 Specialized Crossroads 1.0
The Specialized Crossroads 1.0 size closest to your ML is the S. Compare the S instead
What changes on the Specialized Crossroads 1.0
Compared with the Merida CROSSWAY in ML, the Specialized Crossroads 1.0 in L places the top of the head tube 40 mm higher and 18 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 30 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +40 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +18 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +30 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −1.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- −5 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Merida CROSSWAY, MLSpecialized Crossroads 1.0, LDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida CROSSWAY ML | Specialized Crossroads 1.0 L | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 397 | 415mm | +18 mm |
| Stack | 610 | 650mm | +40 mm |
| Head tube angle | 72 | 70.5° | −1.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5 | 73° | −0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 595 | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 450 | 445mm | −5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1087 | 1117mm | +30 mm |
| BB drop | 70 | not listed | |
| Standover | 793 | 807mm | +14 mm |
| Seat tube length | 520 | 476mm | −44 mm |
| Fork length | 450 | 410mm | −40 mm |
| Head tube length | 135 | 226mm | +91 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Crossroads 1.0 minus the Merida CROSSWAY. Full charts: 2020 Merida CROSSWAY, 2022 Specialized Crossroads 1.0.
Where each sits in its class
Merida CROSSWAYSpecialized Crossroads 1.0
Each bike is ranked against the other commuter 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 CROSSWAY100 | Specialized Crossroads 1.01.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida CROSSWAY TFS | not listed |
| Fork | SR Suntour NEX HLO | Specialized Crossroads |
| Shifter | Shimano Altus | microSHIFT TS39 |
| Derailleur | Shimano Acera M370, Shimano Alivio | microSHIFT RD-M26S |
| Cassette | Shimano HG200 | not listed |
| Chain | KMC M99 | KMC Z7 |
| Bottom bracket | FSA TH-7420ST Cartridge Bearing | not listed |
| Pedals | VPE-891 | not listed |
| Tire | Maxxis Overdrive Excel | Specialized Nimbus II Sport Reflect |
| Hub | Shimano TX505 | not listed |
| Rim | Merida COMP TK | not listed |
| Brake | Shimano MT200 | not listed |
| Rotor | Shimano SM-RT10 | not listed |
| Handlebar | Merida COMP CC | not listed |
| Stem | Merida COMP TK | not listed |
| Grips | Merida EXPERT EC | not listed |
| Headset | Merida M2346 Neck | not listed |
| Seatpost | Merida TK | not listed |
| Saddle | Merida Cross Sport | not listed |
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