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NINETY-SIX XT
A 29″ full suspension crosscountry bike with high-end components and shimano mechanical disc brakes.
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| Weight | 26.5 lbs |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 100mm front |
| Fork | Fox Performance Float 32 |
| Shock | Fox Float DPS Performance Elite |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 11 |
| Groupset | Dura-Ace, XT |
| Brakes | Shimano Mechanical Disc |
5'2" – 5'8"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'7"
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Summary
The Merida Ninety-Six is a world-class cross-country bike that combines speed, comfort, and efficiency, making it a top choice for racers and enthusiasts alike. Its sleek frame, excellent suspension performance, and no-expense-spared spec highlight its racing pedigree. However, some components like the RS-1 fork and stock tires may not suit everyone's preferences.
Eager for speed but also roomy and comfortable
genuine world-class XC chassis
impressive power transfer
excellent traction and fatigue reduction
clear on/off contrast between open and locked suspension modes
RS-1 fork continues to be a love/hate affair
only the wealthy need apply
more of a handful in tight turns
tracking accuracy is undermined by the twisty RS-1
With World Champs podium pedigree, the Ninety-Six is one flat-out fast XC ride
BikeRadarCross country racer delight, a carbon 29er with great suspension and fast character.
Flow Mountain BikeBilled as a top-flight XC bike the Ninety-Six delivers a ride quality that shouldn't let you down come race day.
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Sep 2017 · James Bracey
As it's name implies, the Merida Ninety-Six 9.XT produces a whopping 96mm of suspension movement, putting it firmly in the short travel race/trail category.
Suspension offers both comfort and efficiency
Shimano groupset performs flawlessly
Unresponsive wheels
Old school stem length
Apr 2017 · Guy Kesteven
Stiff, well controlled, sprint-friendly speedster with retro race handling. Buy if you want a pure race-bike and a choice of wheel sizing
Light and stiff frame with sorted remote control suspension
Wide range 2x11 gearing
29er and 650b versions
Steep and twitchy steering
Single bottle cage mount
Aug 2016
Our Ninety-Six XT test bike is the middle of three models in the range, the base Ninety-Six 800 version with an all aluminium frame is $3099 and the top-level Ninety-Six Team with a full carbon frame and ultra premium spec is $9999. The full range can be found here: Merida Ninety-Six range. For more on …
Sleek new frame.
Comfortable Geometry.
Versatile cross country bike.
Efficient climber.
Hard compound and non-tubeless tyres.
Narrow rims.
Double chainring.
| Frame | NINETY-SIX CFA BB Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded |
|---|---|
| Fork | FOX 32 FLOAT Performance 100 Travel: 100mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | FOX FLOAT DPS Performance Elite |
| Bottom Bracket | BSA, 73mm, threaded |
| Headset | FSA No.55 E |
| Handlebar | MERIDA pro OS 720 Flat |
| Saddle | Prologo Kappa 3 |
| Seatpost | MERIDA carbon H SB0 31.6 Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | XC pro alloy |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT GS Shadow+ |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano XT sideswing |
| Crank | Shimano: XT 29":36-26 / 27.5":38-24 (BB92) |
| Shifters | Shimano XT / Shimano XT 11 |
| Cassette | Shimano XT 11-40 11s |
| Chain | KMC X11 |
| Brakes | Shimano M615 180 cen / Shimano M615 160 cen Type: Shimano Mechanical Disc |
| Rims | DT Swiss 466D |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Black stainless |
| Front Hub | Shimano Deore 15 cen / Shimano Deore-12 cen |
| Rear Hub | Shimano Deore 15 cen / Shimano Deore-12 cen |
| Tires | Continental X-King 2.2 fold |
First added October 11
Last updated October 11
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