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MISSION J CX
A 26″ aluminum frame general youth bike with upper mid-range components and promax mechanical disc brakes.
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£800($1,076)| Weight | 21.8 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Rigid |
| Fork | Aluminum |
| Wheels | 26″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | Apex |
| Brakes | Promax Mechanical Disc |
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.
Lightweight frame
Excellent handling and stability
Solid specs at competitive prices
Versatile for both endurance and cyclocross
Engaging ride quality
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
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 WeeklyGreat handling, stability and control through highly technical sections builds confidence and speed
BikeRadarThe MERIDA MISSION CX 8000 is not your typical gravel bike but rather a UCI-compliant gravel racer.
Gran Fondo MagazineIt's a direct, responsive bike that goes where you point it.
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Jun 2020 · Dave Atkinson
High-quality privateer 'cross racer that's fast and fun
Fun to ride
Very light
Excellent spec throughout
Tubeless ready
Mudguard compatible
Thru-axles are daft
Gear range a bit limiting if you're not racing
Not the best value
Feb 2020 · James Bracey
Mix a cyclocross race frame with a winter road bike and you get Merida's new Mission Road
Frame comfort
Versatility
Aesthetics
Tyres kill the ride
Cyclocross race geometry gives it a confusing personality
Jun 2019 · Robin Wilmott
A competent ’cross racer and potential all-rounder with mild manners and a hard core
Ride quality, performance, handling precision, tyre clearance
Could be better value
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 […]
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!
| Frame | MISSION J. ROAD LITE, material: aluminium, 26" wheelsize, 100x9/135x9mm axle standard, BSA bottom bracket standard BB Standard: BSA, 100mm, Threaded |
|---|---|
| Fork | MISSION J. ROAD LITE, Tapered, material: aluminium |
| Bottom Bracket | Cartridge Bearing |
| Headset | MERIDA M2331 Neck |
| Handlebar | MERIDA EXPERT SL, material: aluminium |
| Saddle | MERIDA EXPERT JR |
| Seatpost | MERIDA COMP ROAD, material: aluminium, 27.2mm diameter, 12mm setback Type: Rigid |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM Apex1 |
|---|---|
| Crank | FSA Tempo, 34 teeth, 155 mm |
| Shifters | SRAM Apex1 |
| Cassette | Sunrace CSMS8, 11-42 teeth, 11 speed |
| Chain | KMC X11 |
| Brakes | Promax MTD Type: Promax Mechanical Disc |
| Brake Levers | SRAM Apex1 |
| Rims | MERIDA MISSION J CX, 20mm inner width, 17mm height, material: aluminium |
|---|---|
| Front Hub | QR |
| Rear Hub | QR |
| Tires | Kenda K1047 |
| Disc Rotors | Promax G160 |
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Last updated August 17
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