2017 Norco Fluid FS 4.2 vs 2019 Merida BIG.TRAIL

What changes on the Merida BIG.TRAIL

Compared with the Norco Fluid FS 4.2 in 24", the Merida BIG.TRAIL in M places the top of the head tube 130 mm higher and 93 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 146 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.

Frame stack

+130 mm

Higher front end

Frame reach

+93 mm

Longer frame reach

Wheelbase

+146 mm

Longer: steadier at speed

Head angle

−0.5°

Slacker: calmer steering

Chainstays

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The two frames

We can't draw these frames yet. The Norco Fluid FS 4.2 numbers we have for size 24" are missing the chainstay length. The numbers below still compare.

Geometry side by side

Differences are the Merida BIG.TRAIL minus the Norco Fluid FS 4.2. Full charts: 2017 Norco Fluid FS 4.2, 2019 Merida BIG.TRAIL.

Where each sits in its class

Norco Fluid FS 4.2Merida BIG.TRAIL

Each bike is ranked against the other trail 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.