Details
Made for comfort and efficiency, this road bike is built on a responsive aluminum frame and fork for a snappy feel. A 2×8 Shimano Claris drivetrain gives you ample gearing to spin up the hills and push on the flats. Tektro Dual Pivot Calipers offer sure stopping power in any weather. Sturdy double-wall rims come with 700 by 28 tires for a fast, smooth ride. If you are looking to enter the world of road riding, the Merit 1 is the perfect first experience.
Specs
Frame | Custom Formed and Butted AL-6061 Heat Treated Aluminum 700c Endurance Road Geometry |
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Fork | Alloy 1-1/8" Road |
Headset | Integrated Threaded 1-1/8" |
Rims/Wheels | Alex AT505 Double Wall Alloy 28 Hole, Tubeless Compatible |
Hubs |
Front: JoyTech A171DSE Alloy Road 28-Hole Rear: JoyTech F362TSE Alloy Road 28-Hole |
Spokes | 14g Stainless Steel |
Tires | Kenda K-193 Road 700x28c Wire Bead |
Crankset | FSA Tempo Compact Alloy Arm with 34/50 Cho-moly Chainrings |
Bottom Bracket | Sealed Cartridge Bearing |
Chain | KMC Z8.1 |
Front Derailleur | Shimano R2000 Claris |
Rear Derailleur | Shimano R2000 Claris |
Cassette/Rear Cogs | Shimano HG31 8-Speed (11-32) |
Shifters | Shimano R2000 Claris 2x8 Shifter / Brake Lever |
Handlebars | Kalloy HB-CR21 Road Bend, 31.8mm |
Tape/Grips | Raleigh PU Coated EVA Padded Bar Tape |
Stem | Kalloy SA-DB2 Alloy 7 Deg. 31.8mm Bore |
Brake Levers | Shimano R2000 Claris Shifter / Brake Lever |
Brakes | Tektro Alloy Dual Pivot Calipers |
Pedals | FPD NW-366 |
Saddle | Raleigh Road with Steel Rails |
Seat Post | Kalloy SP-375 Micro Adjust Alloy, 27.2x350mm |
Accessories & Extras | Rack and Fender Mounts |
* Subject to change without notice.