REACTO 400

REACTO 400

 

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    • material: aluminium
    • 700C wheelsize
    • 100x9/ 130x9mm axle standard
    • BSA bottom bracket standard
    frame size XS, S, S/M, M/L, L, XL
    color SILK TITAN/DARK SILVER
    fork MERIDA REACTO CF
    brakes MERIDA ROAD Pro / MERIDA REACTO direct
    brake lever Shimano 105
    headset MERIDA M2331 Neck
    • material: aluminium
    • material: aluminium
    • 31.8mm diameter
    • -8° stem angle
    • 80 mm-XS, 90 mm-S, 100 mm-SM/ML/L, 110 mm-XL
    grip MERIDA ROAD EXPERT
    derailleur (f) Shimano 105
    shifters Shimano 105
    • material: carbon
    • Aero shape
    • 15mm setback
    seat clamp MERIDA REACTO
    chain KMC X11
    • 52-36 teeth
    • 170 mm-XS/S, 172.5 mm-SM/ML, 175 mm-L/XL
    crank 170 mm-XS/S, 172.5 mm-SM/ML, 175 mm-L/XL
    • 11-30 teeth
    • 11 speed
    bottom bracket FSA Mega Exo BSA
    • 100x9mm width front hub
    • 24 spoke holes
    • 130x9mm width rear hub
    • 28 spoke holes
    • 17mm inner width
    • 30mm height
    axles QR
    spokes Black stainless

    weighed at frame size M-L without pedals

    Bike Frame Geometry Image
    Frame Size XS S S/M M/L L XL
    Tyre Sizes 28" 28" 28" 28" 28" 28"
    ST seat tube [mm] 470 500 520 540 560 590
    TT top tube [mm] 518 530 545 560 575 590
    CS chain stay length [mm] 405 405 405 405 405 405
    HTA head tube angle [°] 71 72 73 73 73 73
    STA seat tube angle [°] 74 74 74 73.5 73 73
    BD bottom bracket drop [mm] 61 61 61 61 61 61
    HT head tube [mm] 120 130 140 160 180 205
    FL fork length [mm] 366 366 366 366 366 366
    R reach [mm] 373 381 393 397 401 408
    S stack [mm] 506 519 532 551 570 594
    WB wheel base [mm] 974 978 984 994 1004 1019
    SH stand over height [mm] 740 766 784 802 820 848
    Body Height Cm < 167 163 - 172 168 - 177 173 - 182 178 - 187 > 183

    To reduce production and delivery times, we are sometimes forced to make last-minute specification changes. Please be aware that those changes might not be reflected on these product pages and images.

     

    HIGHLIGHTS

    Lightweight 6066 triple butted and hydroformed aluminium with NACA fastback aerodynamic tube profiles and smooth welding, internal cable routing and integrated seat clamp. Tapered head tube and full carbon fork for precise handling

    The 12 mm bolt through axles for greater wheel stiffness and precise disc alignment when replacing wheels. The custom axle lever is removable and has a 4 mm Allen key included, so, for example, stem and seat post clamps can be tightened and loosened.

    All models feature a full carbon fork with a tapered steerer to give precise, confidence-inspiring steering. All SCULTURA Alloy and CF2 carbon models feature a ‘regular’ 1 1/8" to 1 1/2" taper. The high-end SCULTURA CF4 frame has a slimmed down front profile and uses a 1 1/8" to 1 1/4" taper, the new REACTO frames a 1 1/2" to 1 1/4"taper.

    The REACTO is available in both caliper and disc brake options. We use direct mount caliper and flat mount disc brake standards (with our disc cooler front and rear) for the best braking performance. A flat mount rear caliper is mounted on the chainstay which is better for dissipating braking forces but also keeps it protected inside the rear triangle.

    A forged aluminium part under the front and/or rear disc brake caliper draws heat away through CNC-milled cooling fins giving 35 % less heat build-up and faster temperature reduction for a stable braking performance.

    Our high-performance carbon models with the CF4 frame feature a completely integrated Vision Metron 6D cockpit designed by MERIDA, to improve aero-dynamics and hide the Di2 junction box. The integration also provides a very clean, organic and modern appearance.

    Comfort has always been a key feature of the REACTO. Many aero bikes suffer from a harsh ride due to the larger tube sections and seat posts. Not so on the REACTO, where our profiled seat post behaves like a conventional seat post providing a significant level of comfort amongst other aero bikes.

    Technologies

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    PROLITE 66 TRIPLE BUTTED ALUMINUM

    When creating high-end aluminium frames, we use our proven PROLITE 66 (6066) aluminium, as it is incredibly light and durable. In addition, it works exceptionally well with our hydroforming technology, allowing us to create complex shapes, featuring triple butted wall thicknesses, an almost carbon-like appearance and the best possible stiffness-to-weight ratio. While lesser alloys might be cheaper, it is the ideal choice for high-performance bicycle frames.

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    HFS - HYDRO FORMING SYSTEM

    ‘C-Mount’ equipped bikes have the fixing points for a rear rack already integrated (some bikes require model specific rear rack), making fitting fast, simple and reliable. 

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    X-TAPER HEADTUBE

    Steering precision is vital to safe and confident handling, and the X-TAPER HEADTUBE allows us to significantly boost this precision. A larger headset diameter at the bottom paired with a smaller one at the top helps to deal with the strains modern riding and equipment can put on the headtube, all without adding unnecessary weight. It allows tapered forks to be fitted with ease and delivers precise and confidence-inspiring steering.

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    SMOOTH WELDING

    This is a process we use to give a nice flat finish to our welds instead of the scaled, 'stack of coins' effect TIG welded joints often have. The welder uses the welding torch to go over the joint twice, helping to smooth out the filler material. It takes a lot of skill to do this, but it delivers strong and smart-looking frames that have the appearance of a carbon fibre frame at first look.

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    INTERNAL CABLE ROUTING

    On the majority of our frames, we run the gear and brake cables and hoses through the frame. The cables enter and exit the frame through smooth sockets, or we use one of our other systems like SMART ENTRY or WIRE PORT to be routed through. Running the cables inside the frame protects them from the elements, gives a clean and neat look and can offer aerodynamic advantages.

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    TFS - TECHNO FORMING SYSTEM

    Manipulating the tube shape and thickness greatly impacts the appearance, weight and functionality of our aluminium frames. One technology that allows us to do that is TECHNO FORMING, where plain aluminium tubes get mechanically formed by using an external form and an internal metal core. The result, beautifully shaped tubes with varying wall thickness, ready to be used to create our technoformed aluminium frames.

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    NACA FASTBACK PROFILE

    This is a special kind of tube shape that helps reduce aerodynamic drag while also helping to reduce weight. It’s based around a teardrop profile that was originally developed in the aeronautical industry, but the rearmost portion of the profile is cut short. This reduces the amount of material needed to make the tube, but air still flows around it just as well, giving all the aerodynamic benefits but at a lower weight.

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    INTERNAL CLAMP

    When every second counts, the smallest of details can make the difference between winning and losing, so we look at every aspect of our frames to make them as sleek as possible. By using a seat post clamping mechanism that secures the post with a wedge inside the frame itself, we minimise the turbulence and potential drag while keeping post height adjustment simple, giving a frame that is more aerodynamic and also better looking.

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