The Merida Scultura Endurance Bike makes every trip a pleasure
Injured vanity was transformed into success:
After a trip to the USA and his experiences there, Ike Tsang founded Merida. He wanted to improve the image of bikes from Taiwan, which did not have a good reputation in America.
Initially, the company produced bikes for some premium manufacturers. For several years, they have been producing their own bikes in their state-of-the-art production facilities. Being sure of what they do, Merida provides a lifetime guarantee on their bikes.
The Scultura is available in several versions
The majority of Merida Scultura Endurance bikes are designed for comfort. The high-quality bikes are best suited for competitions and day-long trips across the Alps. For long excursions you are in the best hands. The Scultura Endurance road bikes are ideal for racing over longer distances. The deeper seat stays provide better aerodynamics.
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Merida Scultura Team: The Scultura Team convinces with speed and comfort. The design is based on the Reacto Aero road bike. You will find a lightweight frame design with the best aerodynamics in the team version. Team Bahrain Victorious ProTour rides with it. In the basic equipment you get a powermeter. This helps you to make your training sessions more efficient.
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Merida Scultura 9000: The fork Scultura Disc and the carbon frame have been extensively tested by Team Bahrain Victorious. The high stiffness and lightweight frame will offer you pure riding fun. The high-end components ensure a smooth experience on your tours.
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Merida Scultura 8000: There is a possibility to mount 35 mm wide tires. They allow a maximum of possibilities. At high speeds, they provide the best possible grip. Due to the tidy design you experience low drag.
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Merida Scultura 7000: The 7000 gives you the feeling of sitting comfortably in the saddle on bumpy roads. Multiday trips is nothing in the way and if you like to go faster, you have found the right bike.
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Merida Scultura 6000: The carbon frame Scultura CF3 II is the basis of this excellent bike. The Scultura Disc convinces with its good braking performance. Precise shifting is also guaranteed. The vibration damping lets you forget everything around you.
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Merida Scultura 5000: You can't go wrong with this bike. The price-performance ratio speaks for itself. You have the option to mount fenders and the 5000 can also be used in winter. With the 35 mm tires you have enough grip on the road.
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Merida Scultura 4000: Here you also get the award-winning CF3 frame made of carbon. The components impress with their reliable behavior and the tidy design makes you look good.
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Merida Scultura 400: The bike with aluminum frame you get down to the frame size XXS. With XXS is guaranteed that even the smaller driver:inside in the enjoyment of this excellent bike. The low price helps you to enjoy the fun of this series on a small budget.
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Merida Scultura 7000-E: The 7000-E, where the spacers are already included, scored very passably in several test reports. The powerful motor gives the extra kick on steep climbs. This makes every trip a real pleasure. You can use the drive to build up strength or to keep up with ambitious groups. No matter how you use it, an improved driving experience is guaranteed.
The Merida Scultura Endurance bikes are mainly available in frame sizes XS to XL. Depending on the model, you can get the bikes in elegant colors like Silk Black or Transparent Green. Size M is one of the most common frame sizes. The specifications regarding weight and features are therefore usually based on frame size M.
The Scultura is well equipped throughout the bank
No matter which variant you choose, the bikes from Taiwan are equipped with the best possible components. This is the case with the Merida Scultura Endurance and Road bikes. From international manufacturers to in-house production, everything is represented.
Well-known producers such as Shimano, SRAM, Continental and Prologo are used.
Derailleur groups & brakes
Switching groups: For the rear derailleur, front derailleur, crank, brake lever and other parts of the shifting group, several series are used. The Shimano Ultegra, Shimano Ultegra Di2, Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 as well as the Shimano 105 stand for different quality classes. With the Shimano 105 you have a robust and reliable circuit to choose from.
Somewhat higher quality are the Shimano Ultegra, which are available with the Shimano Ultegra Di2 as electronic shifting. In addition to shift levers Shimano Ultegra Di2, the Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 and the SRAM Rival eTap AXS are also operated electronically. In addition to precise shifting, they offer you a better look.
For the cassette, the Shimano CS-R9200 as well as the Shimano CS-HG700 are installed, among others. For the bottom bracket, the SM-BB92-41B, Pressfit 86.5 is used.
Brakes: The brakes come from the same suppliers as the shifting groups. Disc brakes are used throughout. Even on the cheapest model, you'll find the superior disc brakes. Rim brakes were common practice until a few years ago. However, they can no longer keep up with the new technology.
In the Scultura Team you get to taste the Disc Cooler technology. This prevents the overheating of the brakes during a demanding use.
Drive systems: With the electronic version, you have a motor at your disposal. With this, you can keep up with the higher-class riders. There are no more limits and you can enjoy the environment to the fullest.
Cockpit
Saddle: Heat is dissipated from the Merida Expert SL saddle via the CNC-milled cooling fins. This increases your comfort in hot races and you have more energy left for the hunt to the top. Alongside the Expert SL comes the Prologo Scratch M5.
Seatpost: The Merida Team SL seatpost ensures that the saddle fits properly and the correct ergonomics is achieved.
Handlebars & Stem: For handlebars and stem, the components from our own research are also preferred. They are adapted every year again to the new models and the head tube.
Wheels & Tires
Wheels: The wheelset, such as the Merida Expert SL or Fulcrum Racing 800, is combined with the Expert SL axle.
Tires: Tire clearance on endurance bikes is mostly 35 mm. The choice of tires is either the Continental Grand Prix 5000 TR or the Maxxis Detonator.
Additional equipment
From backpacks, mounts and lights, Merida offers you a wide range of accessories. You have to decide for yourself what you need for your next tours or for the way to work.
If you are on the road later, a light on the bike is advantageous. Once to be better recognized and to be able to recognize obstacles in front of you.
Do I take the Scultura 6000 or 7000
The choice is not always easy, especially when you are dealing with several models. Have you found that neither the Scultura Race Bike nor the Endurance Bikes are made for? Then look at the aero racers in the product range, which literally cut the air.
If you'd rather take to the mountains and forests, you'll find a variety of mountain bikes. These are available either as hardtail or full-suspension MTBs. They are divided into the categories Cross-Country / Marathon, Marathon / Trail, Trail, All-Mountain, Enduro and Sport and Tour.
For adventurous bikepacking tours, a gravel bike is best. For leisurely excursions in the immediate vicinity, a trekking bike is excellent.
If you want to do something for your fitness, you should consider the Speeder. It is suitable for commuting and at the same time increases your physical well-being.
For the younger clientele, the Matts J series is offered, with different wheelset sizes.
The commitment in the Worldtour continues
Team Bahrain Victorious has been relying on bikes from Taiwan since 2017. In February, the successful partnership was extended. In addition to the Scultura bikes, the Reacto and the Time Warp TT will be used.
Here you can see what quality you are dealing with.
If you can't decide, you can always contact one of our helpful Buycycle employees. We will do everything we can to answer your questions about a new or used bike.
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