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2020 Merida

MISSION CX 700

An aluminum frame cyclocross bike with high-end components and shimano ultegra hydraulic disc brakes.
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Weight20.4 lbs  
FrameAluminum
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 11
GroupsetUltegra
BrakesShimano Ultegra Hydraulic Disc
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relaxedaggressive
Terrain
smoothrugged
MISSION CX 700
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

36 mph

MISSION CX 700

35 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Sizing
XS

5'1" – 5'6"

SM

5'4" – 5'9"

MD

5'7" – 6'0"

LG

5'10" – 6'3"

XL

6'0" – 6'5"

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Reviews

Summary

The Merida Mission series offers a unique take on endurance and cyclocross bikes, blending performance with versatility. Reviews highlight its engaging ride quality, lightweight frame, and excellent handling, though some note a lack of comfort on longer rides and niche geometry. The bikes are praised for their solid specs at competitive prices but face criticism for certain component choices and value compared to rivals.

Pros
  • Lightweight frame

  • Excellent handling and stability

  • Solid specs at competitive prices

  • Versatile for both endurance and cyclocross

  • Engaging ride quality

Cons
  • Lack of comfort on longer rides

  • Niche geometry may not suit all

  • Certain component choices criticized

  • Value questioned compared to rivals

  • Limited gear range for non-racing use

Key Quotes
If ever there was a unique take on an endurance/winter bike then Merida’s Mission Road range has to be right up there.
Cycling Weekly logoCycling Weekly
Great handling, stability and control through highly technical sections builds confidence and speed
BikeRadar logoBikeRadar
The MERIDA MISSION CX 8000 is not your typical gravel bike but rather a UCI-compliant gravel racer.
Gran Fondo Magazine logoGran Fondo Magazine
It's a direct, responsive bike that goes where you point it.
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road.cc
Merida Mission CX Force Edition 2020

Jun 2020 · Dave Atkinson

High-quality privateer 'cross racer that's fast and fun

Highs
  • Fun to ride

  • Very light

  • Excellent spec throughout

  • Tubeless ready

  • Mudguard compatible

Lows
  • Thru-axles are daft

  • Gear range a bit limiting if you're not racing

  • Not the best value

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Cycling Weekly
Merida Mission Road 7000-E

Feb 2020 · James Bracey

Mix a cyclocross race frame with a winter road bike and you get Merida's new Mission Road

Highs
  • Frame comfort

  • Versatility

  • Aesthetics

Lows
  • Tyres kill the ride

  • Cyclocross race geometry gives it a confusing personality

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BikeRadar
Merida Mission CX 8000 review

Jun 2019 · Robin Wilmott

A competent ’cross racer and potential all-rounder with mild manners and a hard core

Highs
  • Ride quality, performance, handling precision, tyre clearance

Lows
  • Could be better value

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Gran Fondo Magazine
MERIDA MISSION CX 8000 Review

Feb 2019 · Benjamin Suhr

The MERIDA MISSION CX 8000 is not your typical gravel bike but rather a UCI-compliant gravel racer. The steep angles and poor tire clearance make the MISSION CX look more like a Group B-rally car than a full on off-road tank. But did the MERIDA manage to impress our test riders on the trail? The […]

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Bikerumor
Review: Merida Mission CX carbon cyclocross race bike maintains versatility

Nov 2018 · Cory Benson

Review: The 2019 Merida Mission CX carbon cyclocross is more race-ready than ever before, but still one of the most versatile cross bikes on the market!

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

MISSION CX LITE, material: aluminium, 700C wheelsize, 100x12/ 142x12mm axle standard, BB86 bottom bracket standard

BB StandardBB86/BB92, Press Fit

Fork

MISSION CX CF3

Bottom Bracket

Shimano Pressfit BB71

Headset

MERIDA M2331 Neck

Handlebar

MERIDA EXPERT SL, material: aluminium

Saddle

MERIDA EXPERT CC

Seatpost

MERIDA EXPERT CC, material: carbon, 27.2mm diameter, 15mm setback

TypeRigid

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra, GS

Front Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra

Crank

Shimano Ultegra, 46-36 teeth, 170 mm-XS/S, 172.5 mm-M, 175 mm-L/XL

Shifters

Shimano Ultegra disc

Cassette

Shimano CS-R7000, 11-30 teeth, 11 speed

Chain

KMC X11

Brakes

Shimano Ultegra, Hydraulic disc

TypeShimano Ultegra Hydraulic Disc

Brake Levers

Shimano Ultegra

Wheels
Rims

MERIDA EXPERT CX, 19mm inner width, 24mm height

Spokes

Black stainless

Front Hub

VP CLK170F, 100x12mm width front hub, 28 spoke holes, Centerlock

Rear Hub

VP CLK270R, 142x12mm width rear hub, 28 spoke holes, Centerlock

Tires

Maxxis All Terrane, 700x33C, fold, tubless compatible

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