When it comes to riding on sporty excursions, the Racebike of Merida feels really good. We really liked the jaw-dropping weight of the complete bike. With 9,7 kg, the BIG.NINE 7000 is a real lightweight. With its balanced handling, riding the Merida Hardtail feels really intuitive. At the seating position, Merida combines the best of two worlds: It´s balanced character is a good mix of sporty efficiency and a comfortable upright postiion. If you love flying down steep, rocky and loamy trails, the Merida Racebike doesn't really suit you. Other manufacturers build Racebike in the same price range that are more focused on descends. With 25 years warranty, nothing stands in the way of a long-term relationship.