Make some space in the trophy cabinet - our top-tier race hardtail with our lightest CF5 carbon fibre frame is paired with our progressive geometry and the finest kit money can buy for ultimate performance. The latest generation Big Nine 10K is Merida's utterly modern take on a cross-country race hardtail. Completely revised frame design with progressive geometry and Agilometer sizing it delivers ruthlessly efficient uphill performance with more descending ability than ever before plus more fatigue reducing compliance. Highlights: Lightest CF5 carbon frame with 2.4" tyre clearance Progressive geometry with Agilometer sizing for confident handling FOX 32 SC Factory 100mm fork with remote lockout Shimano XTR Di2 12-speed drivetrain Lightweight Reynolds wheelset with carbon fibre rims Frame CF5 III - Super lightweight carbon; Boost axle standard BSA BB standard Max. tyre size 29" x 2.4" Fork Fox 32 SC Factory; Air; 100mm travel; Tapered; 2 Position remote lockout; 44mm fork offset; Max. tyre size 29" x 2.4" Shifters Shimano XTR M9250; wireless Rear Derailleur Shimano XTR M9250; wireless; Shadow+ GS Bottom Bracket Shimano MT900; BSA; 29mm axle Chain Shimano XTR M9100 Chainset Shimano XTR M9220; 30 tooth chainset with 170mm S 175mm M and above Cassette Shimano XTR M9200; 10-45 teeth; 12 speed Brake Lever Shimano XTR Front Brake Shimano XTR M9220; 2 piston hydraulic disc brake with Shimano RT-CL900 180mm rotor Rear Brake Shimano XTR M9220; 2 piston hydraulic disc brake with Shimano RT-CL900 180mm rotor Grip Merida Team CC Handlebar Integrated FSA SL-K 1-piece cockpit; carbon; 760mm wide -7° rise; length: 60mm S/M; 70mm L/XL 80mm XXL Stem Integrated FSA SL-K 1-piece cockpit; carbon; 760mm wide -7° rise; length: 60mm S/M; 70mm L/XL 80mm XXL Headset  Acros ICR Merida integrated neck; Upper and lower IPS sealing Pedal Not included Saddle Prologo Scratch M5 PAS Nack; V-mount adapter; incl. Merida minitool Seatpost FSA SL-K; carbon; 30.9mm diameter; in-line Wheel Size 29' Rims Reynolds Blacklabel 309 XC; carbon; Tubeless ready tubeless tape and valves included; Lifetime warranty Front Hub Part of wheelset - Reynolds Blacklabel 309 XC; 110 x 15mm; Centerlock Rear Hub Part of wheelset - Reynolds Blacklabel 309 XC; 148 x 12mm; Centerlock; SRAM 12 Speed with Merida Expert TR axle; including removeable lever 6/4mm allen key Front Tyre Maxxis Rekon Race; 29 x 2.4" WT; tubeless ready; 3C MaxxTerra EXO Rear Tyre Maxxis Rekon Race; 29 x 2.4" WT; tubeless ready; 3C MaxxTerra EXO Colour Purple/Black