The Merit 4 is an endurance road bike ideal for long days in the saddle. Made for comfort and efficiency, the Merit 4 offers responsiveness, great stopping power, and a stable, smooth ride. With 20 speeds, the Shimano ST-4770 STI shifters flatten out any hill. The wide Schwalbe Durano Race Guard 700×28c tires provide great traction and long-lasting durability. Thru axles front and rear make this bike snappy for a confident feeling over any road. Whether you’re looking to sign up for a century ride or simply put in some miles, the Merit 4 will take you farther than ever.
SPECIFICATIONS:
FORK
Carbon Monocoque Tapered 1-1/8" Road with Flat Mount Disc Brake Mounts
HEADSET
Integrated Threaded for Tapered Head Tube
CRANKS
Shimano CF-4700 Tiagra Alloy Arms with 50/34t Chainrings
BOTTOM BRACKET
Shimano Sealed Cartridge Bearing
FRONT DERAILLEUR
Shimano FD-4700 Tiagra
REAR DERAILLEUR
Shimano RD-4700 Tiagra
SHIFTER
Shimano ST-4770 Shifter / Brake Lever
COGSET
Shimano HG-500 10-Speed (11-32)
CHAIN
KMC X10
FRONT HUB
DT Swiss E1850 with 370 Hub, 24-Hole with 12mm Thru Axle
REAR HUB
DT Swiss E1850 with 370 Hub, 24-Hole with 12mm Thru Axle
SPOKES
DT Aero Comp Straight Pull
RIMS
DT Swiss E1850 23mm Hight
TIRES
Schwalbe Durano Race Guard 700x28c
BRAKE LEVERS
Shimano ST-4770 Shifter / Brake Lever
PEDALS
N/A
HANDLEBAR
Raleigh Double Butted Road Bend, 31.8mm
STEM
Raleigh 3D Forged Alloy, 7 Deg. 31.8mm Bore
SEAT
Fizik Antares R7 Magnese Rails
SEATPOST
Raleigh 200 Series Alloy, 27.2x300mm (355mm for Med/Lg/XL)
EXTRAS
Rack and Fender Mounts
HANDLEBAR TAPE
Raleigh PU Coated EVA Padded Bar Tape
BRAKES
Shimano BR-4770 Hydraulic Disc