Merida Big.Nine 7000 (2017)

The 2017 Merida Big.Nine 7000 is a high-end front-suspension cross-country mountain bike. The lightweight carbon frameset is a solid base for a collection of excellent componentry, carefully selected to work smoothly together and deliver a responsive and capable ride. Shimano provides brakes and drivetrain from its venerable, reliable XT group, the former pairing with IceTech rotors to deliver precise braking control; wheels are Fulcrum, the bombproof Red Power rims clad in Continental's speedy Race Kings.
A very good cross-country bike.