REACTO crowned BEST IN TEST in the latest Gran Fondo Aero Road Bike Group Test

Besides receiving a glowing launch review, our new REACTO TEAM was also included in the latest Aero Road Bike Group Test in issue 032 of Gran Fondo, walking away with the highly sought-after BEST IN TEST award.

With the TEAM being the most weight-focused in our REACTO range, the team was impressed with the overall weight of just 7.05kg, its versatility, clever tube shaping and state-of-the-art specification.

It really left its mark with the test crew by delivering punchy acceleration, “beautifully dialled in” handling, “reassuring stability” and an “agile character”, just to name a few of the standout features of the TEAM. “It is nimble enough for quick changes of direction, yet always leaves you feeling that you could push a little harder”, so one of the key comments from the Gran Fondo team, followed by pointing out the impressive efficiency and compliance. “All things considered, the MERIDA REACTO TEAM delivers a superb all-round package. It combines outstanding efficiency with agile, engaging handling and steering that feels both intuitive and precise. If you are looking for the complete aero road bike, this could well be it”.

The final verdict:
“It’s a great start to the season for MERIDA – their new REACTO TEAM takes the top spot in our 2026 aero road bike comparison. Instead of chasing extreme aero at all costs, MERIDA focus on a consistently well-rounded performance package. High efficiency, a surprisingly low weight, beautifully balanced handling and a distinctive look come together to form a coherent racing machine. It is precisely this seamless blend of speed, control and versatility that sets the REACTO apart from the rest of the test field, earning it a well-deserved place on the podium in our aero road bike review 2026. Congratulations!”

To check out the full test, please check out issue 032 of the Gran Fondo online magazine, or view the website version here.

For the full specification and frame features of the reviewed REACTO, please click the links below DISCOVER THE BIKE.

To find out more about the Generation V REACTO, including key features, R&D and design thinking, as well as the intended use, please visit the micro page here.

To view the full REACTO range, please click here.