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2022 Merida

SCULTURA 10K

A carbon frame race bike with ultra high-end components and shimano dura-ace hydraulic disc brakes.

Manufacturer Price

£10,000($13,454)
FrameCarbon
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Carbon
Drivetrain2 × 12 Electronic
GroupsetDura-Ace Di2
Power MeterDura-Ace
BrakesShimano Dura-Ace Hydraulic Disc
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relaxedaggressive
Terrain
smoothrugged
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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)

41 mph

SCULTURA 10K

40 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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Rider Fit Notes
  • 5'8", size S, Just right
  • 6'3", size XL, Just right
Reviews

Summary

The Merida Scultura is celebrated for its exceptional blend of speed, comfort, and aerodynamics, making it a standout in the race bike category. Its lightweight frame, superb handling, and improved ride quality are frequently highlighted, alongside its competitive value. While the integrated cockpit may limit adjustability, the bike's performance and specifications are nearly faultless, offering a compelling package for serious racers.

Pros
  • Lightweight and stiff frame for efficient power transfer

  • Improved aerodynamics and ride quality

  • Excellent handling and comfort for a race bike

  • Competitive value with high-end components

  • Generous tyre clearance and versatile performance

Cons
  • Integrated cockpit limits fit adjustments

  • Some models lack sprint/satellite shifters

  • Initial setup may require tweaking for optimal performance

Key Quotes
The 2022 Merida Scultura Team is the new benchmark in the best road bike category.
Cycling News logoCycling News
It’s a WorldTour-level machine that offers a superb ride, with racy handling and improved aerodynamic performance, along with a near-faultless spec.
BikeRadar logoBikeRadar
MERIDA have turned all the right dials with the new SCULTURA V TEAM, resulting in a bike that offers full-on racing performance without compromising comfort.
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BikeRadar
Merida Scultura Team review

May 2022 · Simon von Bromley

Merida’s lightweight all-rounder is our Performance Bike of the Year for 2022

Highs
  • Near-faultless spec

  • Excellent value

  • Racy handling

  • Improved aerodynamics offer tangible improvements in speed

  • Power meter included as standard

Lows
  • Integrated cockpit makes fit adjustments tricky

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Cyclist
Merida Scultura V Team review

Dec 2021 · James Spender

The Merida Scultura V Team ticks a lot of boxes but is let down by too much vertical compliance, if such a thing is possible

Highs
  • Light

  • Great handling

  • Impressive spec

Lows
  • Seatpost may actually flex too much

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road.cc
Merida Scultura Team 2022

Dec 2021 · Stu Kerton

Pro-level performance with excellent comfort, draped in all the bling you could want, for a decent price

Highs
  • Great ride quality

  • Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 works like a dream

  • Precise handling

Lows
  • Integrated cockpit limits adjustability

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Cycling News
Merida Scultura Team 2022 review

Sep 2021 · Aaron Borrill

The fifth-generation Merida Scultura takes inspiration from its aero sibling, the Reacto, and the result is nothing short of brilliant. It's one of the fastest, most compliant climbing road bikes we've ever ridden

Highs
  • Fast, yet compliant

  • Lightweight

  • Shimano Dura-Ace R9200 groupset perfectly suited to the platform

  • Impeccable handling manners

  • Generous tyre clearance

  • Superlative communication and traction levels

Lows
  • Bahrain Victorious livery is not for everyone

  • No sprint/satellite shifters

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Gran Fondo Magazine
The brand new MERIDA SCULTURA V TEAM in review – Better in every way?

Sep 2021 · Tobias Hörsch

MERIDA present the new SCULTURA V TEAM and we already put the pro tool to the test. Better aerodynamics, lower weight and more comfort?

Highs
  • Very comfortable for a race bike

  • Speed in every situation

  • Great looks with total integration

  • Shifting and braking performance

  • Plenty of clearances, even for up to 700 x 30C tires

Lows
  • Position of the bolt for the seat post clamp

  • Limited cockpit options

  • Not as aerodynamic as the REACTO

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Bikerumor
All-new Merida Scultura Endurance finds all-road sweet spot between gravel & road racing

Jul 2020 · Cory Benson

Merida's all-new carbon Scultura Endurance ticks the all-road boxes, mixing race-ready handling with enough tire clearance to venture off-road onto gravel..

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Cycling Weekly
Merida Scultura Disc 7000-E

Dec 2019 · James Bracey

Merida's lower tier CF2 framed Scultura has a more comfortable and versatile appeal

Highs
  • Smooth, vibration killing ride

  • Spec

  • Neutral handling

Lows
  • Sharp edge to paint along top tube

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

SCULTURA CF5 V, material: carbon, 700x30C max. wheelsize, 100x12/ 142x12mm axle standard, Pressfit 86,5

BB StandardBB86/BB92, 86.5mm, Press Fit

Tire Clearance30c

Fork

SCULTURA CF5 Disc, material: carbon, 700x30C max. wheelsize

Bottom Bracket

SM-BB92-41B, Pressfit 86.5

Headset

MERIDA TEAM SL, OP-203 neck

Stem

MERIDA TEAM ONE-PIECE INTEGRATED, material: carbon, 90 mm-XXS/XS, 100 mm-S, 110 mm-M, 120 mm-L/XL

Handlebar

MERIDA TEAM SL 1P INTEGRATED, material: carbon, 400mm (XXS-XS-S), 420mm (M), 440mm (L-XL)

Saddle

Prologo Scratch M5

Seatpost

MERIDA TEAM SL, 27.2mm diameter, 15mm setback, Carbon, S-Flex

TypeRigid

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Dura Ace Di2

Front Derailleur

Shimano Dura Ace Di2

Crank

Shimano Dura Ace, 52-36 teeth, Power Meter, 165 mm-XXS/XS, 170 mm-S, 172.5 mm-M, 175 mm-L/XL

Power Meter

Shimano Dura Ace, 52-36 teeth, Power Meter, 165 mm-XXS/XS, 170 mm-S, 172.5 mm-M, 175 mm-L/XL

Shifters

Shimano Dura Ace Disc Di2

Cassette

Shimano CS-R9200, 11-30 teeth, 12 speed

Chain

Shimano CN-M9100-12

Brakes

Shimano Dura Ace, Hydraulic Disc

TypeShimano Dura-Ace Hydraulic Disc

Brake Levers

Shimano Dura Ace Disc

Wheels
Rims

ZIPP 353 NSW TL Disc, 100x12mm width front hub, 142x12mm width rear hub, 25mm inner width, 45mm height, Centerlock, material: carbon, Tubeless ready (tubeless tape and valves included)

Front Hub

MERIDA EXPERT SL, including removable lever, 6/4mm allen key

Rear Hub

MERIDA EXPERT SL, including removable lever, 6/4mm allen key

Tires

Front: Continental Grand Prix 5000, 700x28C, fold, Rear: Continental Grand Prix 5000, 700x28C, fold

Disc Rotors

Shimano MT900, 160mm, 140mm

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