Am I too short for Merida Silex 160cm.
kojo7864
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I am looking for a gravel bike and merida silex looks amazing. I have been told Merida silex has a different sizing system and even riders that are 175cm tall rides their small size bike at frame size 47. The smallest silex manufactured is size 44 frames. I was wondering, me being only 160cm if I could be riding the silex. If not could you recommend me a gravel bike for my size? I am after shimano 105, hydraulic disc, 2x11, tire clearance >40mm and alloy frames. Thank you.
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The only way to find out is to find your local Merida supplier and try one out.0
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I was hoping to just order online as it is not easy to find Merida Silex, where I live.Joe Totale wrote:The only way to find out is to find your local Merida supplier and try one out.0 -
Unfortunately Merida are bit on the large side. I was after a Scultura when they were first released, but couldn't get a decent fit. I had to source a 47cm Reacto from France as the UK didn't stock or import one. Making do with the 50cm would have been a waste of money. The S Silex coming in with a near 55.5cm relative top tube would be a massive stretch and a struggle to sort by pulling the saddle forward.I ride a bike. Doesn't make me green or a tree hugger. I drive a car too.0
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philthy3 wrote:Unfortunately Merida are bit on the large side. I was after a Scultura when they were first released, but couldn't get a decent fit. I had to source a 47cm Reacto from France as the UK didn't stock or import one. Making do with the 50cm would have been a waste of money. The S Silex coming in with a near 55.5cm relative top tube would be a massive stretch and a struggle to sort by pulling the saddle forward.
Blimey, they come out long!Ben
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