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  • 96mm suspension travel
frame size M, L, XL
color UD CARBON (GREEN/BLUE)
  • Air
  • 100mm suspension travel
  • Tapered
  • Remote lockout
  • Remote lockout
brake front Shimano SLX
brake rear Shimano SLX
  • 180mm
  • 160mm
brake lever Shimano SLX
headset FSA NO.55E
  • 720mm width
  • flat
  • 31.8mm diameter
  • -17° stem angle
grip MERIDA Expert EC
derailleur (r) Sram GX Eagle
shifter front no
shifter rear Sram GX Eagle
  • 30.9mm diameter
  • 0mm setback
  • Carbon
seat clamp MERIDA Expert
saddle Prologo Scratch
chain Sram GX Eagle
  • 32 teeth
  • 10-50 teeth
  • 12 speed
bottom braket Sram BB DUB PF MTB 92
  • 22.8mm inner width
  • 29x2.2"
  • folding
  • 29x2.2"
  • folding
  • 110x15mm width front hub
  • 32 spoke holes
  • Centerlock
  • 148x12mm width rear hub
  • 32 spoke holes
  • Centerlock
  • Sram XD
axle rear JD-QR48R Boost axle 12x148mm
spokes Double Butted Black stainless

weighed at frame size M (w/o pedals)

Bike Frame Geometry Image
Frame Size M L XL
Tire Sizes 29" 29" 29"
Frame Size CM 46 51 56
ST seat tube [mm] 460 510 560
TT top tube [mm] 590 615 640
CS chain stay length [mm] 437 437 437
HTA head tube angle [°] 70 70 70
STA seat tube angle [°] 74.5 74.5 74.5
BD bottom bracked drop [mm] 40 40 40
HT head tube [mm] 100 115 130
FL fork length [mm] 503 503 503
R reach [mm] 429 449 468
S stack [mm] 589 603 617
WB wheel base [mm] 1118 1143 1168
SH stand over height [mm] 768 773 776
Body Height Cm < 183 177 - 190 > 187

Highlights

NINETY-SIX CFA FRAME

CF3 main triangle with ‘Nano Matrix’ for additional impact resistance and aluminium rear triangle. ‘Smart Entry’ cable routing for rattle free running. Super stiff power transfer and agile handling provided by the tapered head tube, Boost axle standard and asymmetric chainstays.

A single-pivot rear suspension system optimised for XC riding and 1x drivetrains. The super light (80 g) carbon rocker and linkage system offer a light, efficient rear end, totally eliminating pedal-bob. Perfect for going “full gas” out of the saddle as well as ironing out the rough stuff.

Not just race proven by the MULTIVAN MERIDA BIKING TEAM in their final 2016 season but still competed on by living mountain bike legends like Gunn-Rita Dahle Flesjå and José Antonio Hermida who are looking for lightning fast acceleration, great climbing and descending ability as well as super low weight. 

Rough trails and increased cornering speeds demand precise steering. Our tapered head tube with 1 1/8" bearings in the top and 1 1/2" at the base, combined with a tapered fork, allow this, giving the rider the confidence to push into the next corner that little bit harder.

You will find a NINETY-SIX to match your frame material requirements as well as your budget. We have the latest carbon technology with the superlight CF5 frame, a more budget-friendly full carbon CF4 frame, a carbon front triangle with aluminium rear (CFA) through to a triple butted, hydroformed 6066 aluminium frame.

Cables, housings and brake hoses are clamped under tension to prevent rattling when the trails and roads get rough. All inlets are completely interchangeable to deal with Di2, hydraulic hoses, brake cable and gear cable housings etc.

‘Boost’ standard front & rear. The extra 6 mm rear hub and 10 mm front hub spacing in comparison with conventional hubs brings the width up to 148 mm / 110 mm and allows for a shallower spoke angle for an even stiffer and stronger wheel. On top of that, the chain line moves outwards – an important requirement for short chainstays.

Technologies

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PROLITE 66 TRIPLE BUTTED ALUMINUM

Our proven high-end aluminium (6066) is extremely light and durable. Using triple butted wall thicknesses and hydroforming technology, we can tune the aluminium tubes to give the best possible stiffness to weight ratio.

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HFS - HYDRO FORMING SYSTEM

Tubes are inserted into negative moulds and a hot emulsion of water and oil is forced through at pressure, enabling them to be formed into complex shapes.

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X-TAPER HEADTUBE

Our X-Tapered headtube offers the space for a tapered fork to be fitted. Tapered forks offer superb stiffness and precise and deliver confidence-inspiring steering.

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SMOOTH WELDING

Sometimes called ‘double pass welding’, a second pass over the weld gives a clean organic look to the frame. At first glance, you will be convinced it is carbon.

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INTERNAL CABLE ROUTING

Cables are routed through the frame, entering and exiting through smooth sockets. The bike looks neat, whilst the cables are protected from moisture and dirt.

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DOWN TUBE EXIT

Ensures that internally routed cables and wires can’t move freely and remain easily accessible for servicing.

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SMART ENTRY

Cables, housings and brake hoses are clamped under tension to prevent rattling when the trails or roads get rough. All inlets are completely interchangeable to deal with Di2, hydraulic hoses, brake cable and gear cable housings etc.

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DI2 READY

Bikes/frames with the symbol ‘Di2 Ready’ are prepared for the installation of Di2 technology with battery mounting in the seat post or within the fork steerer.

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CHAINSTAY POST MOUNT DISC

In-board brake mounts are positioned within the rear triangle to protect them. The caliper supported by the stronger chainstay is able to distribute braking forces better. Internal cable routing is also easier and neater via the chainstay.

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12-148 BOOST STANDARD THROUGH AXLE

Boost standard – wider axle widths; the by 6 mm increased now 148 mm wide rear through axle (12mm axle diameter) allows a shallower spoke angle for stiffer wheels, especially beneficial in 29ers or for MTB wheels that are used in very demanding conditions. The Boost standard also offers greater tyre clearance in the frame.

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RACE LINK

A single-pivot rear suspension system optimised for XC riding and 1x drivetrains. A super light (80 g) carbon rocker and linkage system create a light, efficient rear end, totally eliminating pedal-bob.

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NANO MATRIX CARBON

To protect the integrity of carbon frames, the fibres are bonded together with an epoxy resin with added nano particles, increasing impact resistance by up to 40%.

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AWS

When creating the individual carbon elements, an inflatable bladder is used to ensure there are no wrinkles inside the tube as these can add weight and create weakness. This results in a lighter, stiffer and stronger frame.

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REMOTE LOCKOUT

The suspension fork and/or rear shock can be locked out via a ‘remote control’ lever on the handlebar.

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15-110 BOOST STANDARD THROUGH AXLE

Boost standard – wider axle widths; the by 10 mm increased now 110 mm wide front through axle (15mm axle diameter) allows a shallower spoke angle for stiffer wheels, especially beneficial in 29ers or for MTB wheels that are used in very demanding conditions. The Boost standard also offers greater tyre clearance in the fork.

NINETY-SIX COLLECTION

XC & MARATHON FOCUS

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