MERIDA ONE IN A MILLION - AWARDS & MEDIA - FEB 2024

ONE IN A MILLION

ONE IN A MILLION

Our engineers and designers work tirelessly throughout the year to create bikes that are more than just the sum of their parts. While our team pay exceptional attention to detail and spend months and years testing our products to destruction while working with the best partners in the industry, we are always excited to see what the leading cycling titles think about our products. To celebrate another fantastic year in which our bikes have been praised by the mountain and road bike press, we have created this little booklet, giving you a snapshot of our achievements and letting them explain why a MERIDA bike really is the ‘One in a million’

SILEX 10K

SILEX ON THE TOP OF THE OFFROAD.CC PRODUCT OF THE YEAR LIST

“excel on both technical terrain and smoother pavement… combine the racy and rowdy qualities of its rivals and the result is one of the best gravel bikes on the market”. Offroad.cc gravel bike of the year

OCTOBER 2023

NEW SILEX IMPRESSES THE TEAM AT OFFROAD.CC

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"Where its rivals either have a racy or rowdy bias, the Merida has managed to meld both these qualities and the result is one of the best all-round gravel bikes on the market. Having pushed the bike to its absolute limits, both on the climbs and gnarly descents, I've been struggling to find something negative to mention…

…the Silex presents an intriguing case based on the fact it can hold its own against all four and more. This and its subsequent pricing to suit all budgets should place it at the top of any gravel rider's new bike shopping list."

SILEX 10K WINS DESIGN & INNOVATION AWARD 2024

“The MERIDA SILEX 10K combines functionality and versatility; all topped off with a fresh, appealing look. With its lively, exciting appearance, MERIDA’s gravel bike looks fast even when stationary. Behind the racy silhouette, however, hides a thoroughbred all-rounder, a trusted companion for all kinds of two-wheeled adventures, from epic bikepacking tours to fast-paced post-work rides and authentic racing. The dropper post and mullet drivetrain also make it suitable for trails, both up and downhill. The outstanding workmanship and clever frame details are a perfect match for the bike’s unique look. The frame also features eyelets for MERIDA’s proprietary F-Mount, a removable brace that attaches to the seat stay bridge, allowing you to fit a full-sized rear mudguard. A practical mini tool under the saddle and the mounting points on the fork round off the overall harmonious package – our jury was truly impressed!”

NOVEMBER 2023

SILEX WAS CALLED A “COMPLETE SUCCESS” BY GRAN FONDO

“The redesign of the new MERIDA SILEX is a complete success. With the new focus on greater off-road capability through increased tire clearance and an all-rounder character with a sporty look, the gravel bike can be used almost anywhere. The performance matches the aesthetics, and this versatile Taiwanese bike excels at everything from gravel races to multi-day gravel adventures. A truly impressive all-rounder, perfect for fast or long rides.”

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SILEX 7000

NOVEMBER 2023

GERMANY’S GRAVEL-COLLECTIVE IMPRESSED BY THE NEW SILEX’S VERSATILITY AND PERFORMANCE

“The Merida Silex is a well-thought-out gravel bike that could give a lot of pleasure to different target groups. On the one hand, in the affordable versions with an aluminium frame as a commuter bike with mudguards and luggage rack, and on the other hand as a carbon version for ambitious touring, bike packing and also ultra-racing.

As time goes by, I realise that I can just let the Silex roll on the descents. It does its job all by itself and even on steep, slippery sections, I can trust the Silex. On the bumpy meadow paths, I notice how much riding comfort the carbon frame provides.”

SCULTURA TEAM WINS DESIGN & INNOVATION AWARD 2022

"MERIDA have gone to the limits of what is technically possible with the SCULTURA V TEAM to create a thoroughbred racing machine. The bike shines with focussed racing performance and seeks top speed in all situations. The clear lines of the frame and fully integrated cable routing through the one-piece cockpit aren’t just easy on the eye but have also been carefully optimised for their aerodynamics."

SCULTURA TEAM

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SCULTURA TEAM WINS BIKERADAR HEAD-TO-HEAD VIDEO TEST

In summary, Bikeradar found the bike to be an "excellent lightweight all-rounder" with "fantastic handling".

NOVEMBER 2021

THE SCULTURA TEAM IS CYCLING PLUS ' SUPERBIKE ' DREAM MACHINE ' WITH 4.5/5 REVIEW SCORE

"...wonderfully impressive, offering sublimely balanced handling and a fast, controlled and smooth ride..."

"...composed when…thrashing away at the edge of your power limits” and “nimble but never nervous..."

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THE SCULTURA TEAM IS THE PERFECT BIKE FOR

"...anyone looking for a lightweight road bike with outstanding handling that exudes a lot of pro flair and also offers plenty of comfort."

SCULTURA ENDURANCE 6000

ANOTHER ‘COMFORT TIP’ FOR THE SCULTURA LINE-UP

"The SCULTURA ENDURANCE 6000 is the perfect bike for anyone who is looking for a very comfortable and, thanks to a large amount of tyre clearance, versatile endurance racer for long days in the saddle. Our ‘Comfort Tip’."

COMFORT AWARD FOR SCULTURA ENDURANCE IN RENNRAD

"One bike – lots of applications. The thought-through MERIDA SCULTURA ENDURANCE offers a stiff frame, stability, high riding comfort and is also gravel ready. The all-rounder also impresses through its great value for money." 9 out of 10 score and Comfort Award

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SCULTURA ENDURANCE 400

DECEMBER 2023

4.5 OUT OF 5 FOR THE SCULTURA ENDURANCE 400 IN CYCLING PLUS

"Often bikes below £2,000 are overly compromised by budget components and excess weight, but not this one...it's one of the best sub-£2,000 bikes I've tested, and one of the best aluminium frames around too." 4.5 out of 5 stars.

SCULTURA ENDURANCE RIVAL

"ONE OF THE VERY BEST ENDURANCE BIKES OF 2023"

"Overall, Merida has quietly produced one of the very best endurance bikes of 2023. Smooth ride quality…stable handling…comfortable ride position…effective climber."

SCULTURA 9000

TOP MARKS FROM BIKERADAR FOR THE SCULTURA 9000

"So often on bikes, the first way to cut costs is to skimp on tyres. With Merida fitting one of the best road bike tyres available on the Scultura 9000, it has created a bike that hits every mark out of the box."

"I can’t think of one part I’d look to change, or even add, because Merida also includes both an out-front GPS mount and a pair of carbon bottle cages as standard."

"It’s an exceptionally fast, light, sharp-handling aero road bike that builds on the Scultura’s heritage and reaches another level of excellence." 4.5 out of 5 stars

SCULTURA 8000

SCULTURA 8000 GETS AWARDED WITH THE 'COMFORT TIP' BY ROADBIKE MAGAZINE

"The SCULTURA combines a sporty character with outstanding comfort at the rear." They agreed that the SCULTURA 8000 is the perfect bike for "all those looking for a proven sporty racer that provides plenty of riding fun through its convincing road handling."

SCULTURA 7000

SCULTURA 5000

"The MERIDA SCULTURA 5000 appeals to many different types of riders: It is long-distance oriented, versatile, very comfortable, smooth-running, well thought-out and equipped to a high standard."

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SCULTURA 5000 NAMED ' COMFORT CHOICE ' IN RENNRAD MAGAZINE

SCULTURA 10K

JANUARY 2023

SCULTURA 10K INSPIRES IN THE DREAM BIKE TEST OF RENNRAD MAGAZINE

"The new generation of the MERIDA SCULTURA scores in many areas: Weight, stiffness, handling. It is a top sporty all-rounder. The equipment is at a top level."

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ISSUE #414

ONE-SIXTY 8000 TRIED AND TESTED BY MBUK

"Sublimely smooth, seriously well-specced and generously proportioned – good job, Merida!"

ONE-SIXTY 8000

DECEMBER 2022 ISSUE

ONE-SIXTY 8000 GETS THE THUMBS UP FROM MBR

"The overwhelming impression I have of the One-Sixty is just how enjoyable and easy a bike it is to ride, with plush suspension that delivers a truly engaging ride. The sizing is cutting edge, while the geometry is good, and the component choice and finishing is first-rate. Add that up, and you have a rollicking good bike."

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ONE-SIXTY 8000 GETS BIKEPERFECT'S RECOMMEND ENDORSEMENT

"Merida’s OneSixty 8000 is seriously fast, grippy and forgiving on descents without being dull or a pain to pedal on climbs. Multi-mode versatility and appropriately ‘full send' spec choices are a bonus too."

"A really good value, top quality spec right down to 'send proof' tires and rims completes a great all-round package…"

+ Super progressive 'length based' geometry really works

+ Supple, grippy suspension with excellent shock

+ Forgiving and friendly ride feel makes fast riding easy

+ Great value, fully send ready, size switch enabling parts package

+ Switchable to 140mm and/or coil and/or mullet

ISSUE #54

ONE-SIXTY 8000 TESTED IN ENDURO MAGAZINE

"With the new ONE-SIXTY, MERIDA hit the nail on the head, bringing an elegant, stylish and, above all, very competitive enduro bike to the market. The spec is flawless and the sizing system has been consistently followed through."

"On the trail, the bike delivers impressive performance both up and downhill, combining excellent suspension and intuitive handling."

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ONE-SIXTY 6000

"Merida has done a sterling job with the latest One-Sixty 6000 enduro bike. Its dynamic ride feel helps to make even the mellowest trails fun, but thanks to impressive suspension feel and geometry, it’ll more than handle the rowdiest trails when you really want to drop the hammer. At the end of the Enduro Bike of the Year test, it was Merida’s proportions, supportive suspension and electrifying ride feel that finally clinched it for me."

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JULY 2023

ONE-SIXTY 6000 RECEIVES "VERY GOOD" IN MOUNTAINBIKE MAGAZINE

"In terms of uphill and acceleration, the MERIDA ONE-SIXTY is the best bike in the test. The boldly designed geometry is also appealing."

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MAY 2023

ONE-SIXTY 10K INSPIRES IN DETAILED WORLD OF MTB VIDEO REVIEW

+ Impressive downhill performance

+ Flawless climbing ability

+ Well-designed and thought-through chassis

+ Top equipment

+ Imaginative frame details

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ONE-SIXTY 10K

NOVEMBER 2023

IMB REVIEWS THE ONE-SIXTY 10K

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"The engineering team has outdone themselves on this one. Great new geometry that brings them right back at the sharp end of bike design. It has a lot of overlap, making it easy to pick a size depending on your riding style. The new frame features are well thought out and manufactured with skill, and with a ton of colourways and price points to choose from, the ONE-SIXTY should definitely be on your shortlist!"

ONE-SIXTY TO BE GIVEN THE DESIGN & INNOVATION AWARD 2023

"With the new ONE-SIXTY, MERIDA delivered what many other manufacturers have been promising for a long time: an enduro bike that can be chosen based on your desired riding characteristics rather than your anatomy. This is possible thanks to a simple but very clever geometry concept that combines an extremely short seat tube and MERIDA’s in-house Team TR dropper post. This comes with a whopping 230 mm travel across all sizes and allows you to adjust the travel infinitely between 30 mm and 230 mm, allowing you to choose your frame size not based on your inseam, but your riding style. Alongside the special geometry concept, the MERIDA employs countless useful, well-thought-out details that make it a versatile and robust enduro bruiser. Amongst them are the mini tool under the saddle and the Essential Tool Wrap in the storage compartment, which make unplanned trailside repairs a little less stressful."

PINKBIKE TO REVIEW THE ONE-SIXTY 10K

"The One-Sixty is easy to get along with. The suspension is simple to set up, the tune is comfortable and supple…, and the geometry is stable without requiring special techniques to maneuver it around. It's particularly composed in the rough and steep, plus it climbs very well too. It would be a good choice for rough enduro races or uplift days, but can also take long days of pedalling in stride."

ONE-SIXTY 500

ONE-SIXTY ON THE TOP OF THE OFFROAD.CC PRODUCT OF THE YEAR LIST

“The Merida’s One-Sixty 500 is a full-fat enduro bike that’ll work fantastically for those taking their first steps into enduro riding or for anyone who’s more experienced and after a big travelle d bike on a budget. Its blend of excellent behaviour on the pedals and all-out stability results in a bike that’s fun and rewarding over any trail it touches. But most of all, regardless of its radical geometry, it’s welcoming and it's easy to ride very quickly…for the money Merida has done a stellar job in building the best enduro bike south of £3k.”

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ONE-FORTY 700

"The Merida One-Forty 700 ticks a lot of trail-bike shaped boxes. If climbing is a chore, the lack of wallow will make it easier, while if it’s something you enjoy, you’ll likely love its perky attitude. On the way down, the geometry is spot on, offering confidence, composure and accurate handling. The range of sizes that’ll fit most riders is impressive too, so you’re not pigeon-holed into a single bike size. You can size down for agility, or size up for stability – the adjustable dropper, low stack and short seat tube give you options. Add in excellent parts and a competitive price, and for a broad range of trail riding applications, it’s hard to look much further than the One-Forty in 2023."

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ONE-FORTY 6000

MAY

BIKERADAR TAKES THE ONE-FORTY 6000 FOR LONG-TERM TEST

“...a complete weapon in steep tech. It feels unshakeable... there aren’t many mountain bikes, especially aimed at the trail market, that are so stable under regular pedalling forces...” 4.5 out of 5 stars

SEPTEMBER 2023

BIKEPERFECT GIVES ONE-FORTY 6000 'RECOMMENDED' AWARD AND 4.5 STAR REVIEW

Merida’s One-Forty 6000 packages radical, hard riding geometry, smooth suspension plus wheel and travel change potential and a lot of neat features with super solid, good value kit.

+ Super friendly and forgiving vibe

+ Smooth flex stay suspension

+ Mullet and longer travel potential

+ Internal and external storage wins

+ Unique ultra long, custom stroke dropper

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JANUARY 2024

ONE-FORTY 6000 RATED "VERY GOOD" IN MOUNTAINBIKE MAGAZINE.

"My first test ride on the ONE-FORTY was a real surprise. The unusual geo and the great suspension really get the best out of the bike in rough terrain."

+ Very progressive, extremely long geometry

+ Extremely stable and smooth handling after a little familiarisation

+ Well-designed chassis

+ Not very elegant, but well-chosen and extremely robust parts.

ONE-FORTY 10K

ONE-FORTY 10K IMPRESSES AND GETS ' EXCELLENT ' IN GERMANY'S BIKE MAGAZINE

"Even if you don't directly associate MERIDA with exclusive luxury bikes, with the ONE-FORTY 10K, the industry giant has put an object of desire on two wheels. The riding characteristics are convincing. The many well thought-out detail solutions are additional plus points."

OCTOBER 2023

MBUK reviewed the new ONE- TWENTY

+ Efficient pedalling and fast tyres make day-long rides a breeze

+ Long-and-low geometry ensures confident handling on technical trails

ONE-TWENTY 700

NOVEMBER 2023

BIKEBOARD PUTS THE ONE-TWENTY THROUGH ITS PACES

"Once you've spent hours riding through pouring rain, flowing streams and muddy bends on the trails, you develop a special relationship - good or bad - with the bike that accompanies you on such adventures. In the case of the One-Twenty, I must admit that despite its limited suspension travel, it has grown on me over the short period I spent on it. I don't really need to say any more!"

+ Progressive suspension deals with hits both big and small READ

OCTOBER 2023

"The One-Twenty proved to be a plucky little bike to ride and had a go at riding anything put in front of it. On a couple of the really challenging descents, a bit more travel would have been nice and would have allowed for a little more speed to be carried, but considering the bike's all-around intentions and relatively affordable price tag, I would say it did extremely well."

NEW ONE-TWENTY TESTED BY BIKEPERFECT

DECEMBER 2023

WIDEOPEN CALLS THE ONE-TWENTY A “CRACKING BIKE”

“The new Merida One-Twenty is a cracking bike that offers plenty of bang for your buck and can either be an introduction to full suspension mountain biking or let you take on a three-day enduro. I asked likely too much of this bike at The Ex, but I stayed upright for the duration, and I had fun doing it.”

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DECEMBER 2023

PINKBIKE SAY THE ONE-TWENTY 700 IS AN “EXTREMELY CAPABLE AND COMFORTABLE” TRAIL BIKE

“The climbing performance is very impressive…the suspension is very stable and efficient under power, with almost no bob or slouching…the suspension felt balanced front-to-rear and comfortable for the travel. I was also impressed by the SRAM DB8 brakes and the 200 mm travel dropper post.

…the One-Twenty is extremely capable and comfortable”.

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ONE-SIXTY FR 600

OCTOBER 2023

Offroad.cc test our extra burley ONE-SIXTY FR

“Merida’s philosophy towards speccing the bike is one that’s only to be admired, as it’s resulted in a bike that simply doesn’t hold back on performance due to budget constraints, and it can be rare to find on a bike of this price.”

NOVEMBER 2023

“… in today’s marketplace this Merida One-Sixty FR looks like a hell of a lot of bike for the asking price. It’s solid and stable with decent kit throughout, and compared to rivals like the also recently-launched Kona Process X that comes in at £5,200 (with a not massively superior spec list and similar remit), Merida is asking for £1,700 less hard-earned dosh here on this new One-Sixty FR 600.”

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MBR CALLS THE ONE-SIXTY FR A “HELL OF A LOT OF BIKE”

BIG.NINE 10K

OCTOBER 2023

BIG.NINE CALLED ‘OUTSTANDING’ BY GERMANY’S MOUNTAINBIKE MAGAZINE

"MERIDA hits the mark with the new edition of its classic. No XC hardtail has thrilled me like the BIG.NINE for a long time, especially in terms of comfort." "Luxuriously equipped, light and hugely efficient, the BIG.NINE 10K is ready for the next race. With its progressive geometry, impressive handling and a good injection of comfort, it is also a lot of fun on the trail and shows that classic race hardtails still have a right to be here."

+ Perfect mix of high comfort and "crisp" acceleration

+ Very light, high-quality carbon frame with modern, exciting geometry

+ Impressive handling

+ Only high-end parts and power meter included

BIG.NINE TR 8000

MBUK tests the BIG.NINE 8000 TR

+ Direct feeling, fast-reacting frame that benefits riders who love putting in maximum effort

+ Good spec for the money, with a great feeling fork and top spec drivetrain

+ Snappy handling that feels great on tight and twisty trails

+ Its speedy nature comes through on proper XC days and when trying to bag KOMs at the local trail centre

BIG.TRAIL 500

MAY 2022

MERIDA BIG.TRAIL MODELS FEATURE IN TWO ' BEST BIKES OF 2022 ' SHORTLISTS

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"Merida has done everything right with this latest evolution of the Big Trail” and BikeRadar saying that it is: “one of the most capable bikes for under £2,000."

JUNE 2021 ISSUE

FANTASTIC REVIEW AND TEST WIN FOR BIG.TRAIL 500 IN MBUK

"Overall, the BIG.TRAIL has to be one of the most capable, fun to ride and impressive bikes for this kind of money…"

"An immensely capable bike across a huge range of trail types for not much cash in the grand scheme of things. On steeper or gnarlier descents, the MERIDA rides similarly to a short-travel trail bike..."

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BIG.TRAIL 600

VIDEO REVIEW OF THE BIG.TRAIL 600 ON OFFROAD.CC

"The Big.Trail 600 is a bike that appeals to a large audience. It’s a very viable first bike, yet shaped nicely enough to grow into as your skills progress. Getting tools with it out of the box is also a big plus if you’re starting out. For experienced riders, meanwhile, its accommodation of upsizing makes it more than happy to be thrown down challenging trails. It’s also a really solid bed for upgrades, thanks to its well-considered shape and modern build. …the Merida Big.Trail 600 is undeniably a versatile and fun machine. It's shaped well enough to suit a huge variety of trails and riding styles, and it's kitted well enough to deal with most of the abuse you can chuck at it."

"If you're looking for trail fun at the best possible price, then you'll hit the bull's eye with MERIDA."

BIG.TRAIL 600 CONVINCES IN BIKE MAGAZINE'S 'BEST SELLER' TEST

BIG.TRAIL 600 COMES OUT ON TOP IN ‘TRAIL HARDTAILS’ GROUP TEST IN MBUK MAGAZINE

"As versatile as it is great fun to ride, the Big.Trail is a well-designed and very competent bike"

"Whether seated or standing, the Big.Trail is a proficient climber, so if all-day adventures are your cup of tea, it’s not going to stretch you out into a painful position."

"Taking everything into account, the Big.Trail 600 was our favourite bike here to ride, with a composed ride and handling that never felt too demanding."

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eONE-SIXTY 700

e ONE-SIXTY 700 WINS BEST IN TEST IN E-MOUNTAINBIKE

"A master in all categories. The MERIDA eONE-SIXTY 700 strikes a fine balance between composure and agility, delivering an impressive performance on all types of descents yet still offering lots of comfort on long rides. Regardless of your riding skills, the MERIDA eONE-SIXTY is an excellent all-rounder and only reveals some weaknesses uphill. The Shimano EP8 motor is neatly integrated into the well-thought-out and high-quality frame. If you want to spend € 5,500 on your next eMTB, the MERIDA eONE-SIXTY offers the best overall package. A well-deserved Best in Test!"