MERIDA SCULTURA TEAM ROAD BIKE
A few changes have been made to the Merida Scultura Team road bike for 2022. It now comes in its fifth version, with aerodynamic features including boxy tubing, lowered seatstays, and a fully integrated cockpit borrowed from the brand's Reacto aero bike. According to Merida, this saves a few watts. However, as a high-end all-rounder, it's also very comfortable, with a 30mm tyre clearance.
As a bike that started out as a climbing machine, it's still light - in fact, it's about 50 grams lighter than the previous generation. It combines the advantages of an aero bike and a lightweight climbing bike to create a bike that is both responsive and assured. The new Dura-Ace is also worth mentioning, featuring better braking to go along with the reliability and performance that this top-tier electronic groupset is known for.
SPECIFICATIONS
- Frameset: Scultura CF5 V
- Groupset: Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 R9200
- Wheels: Metron 45 SL Clincher TL disc
REASONS TO BUY
- Great all-rounder
- Good value for a World Tour spec bike - RRP of £7,750 / US$10,700
REASONS TO AVOID
- Wheels feel a bit twitchy in crosswinds
BUY NOW: merida-bikes.com/en/bike/archive/2027/scultura-team-e
