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REACTO 4000
A carbon frame aero bike with upper mid-range components and shimano 105 hydraulic disc brakes.
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2400 GBP(2768 €)| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 11 |
| Groupset | 105 |
| Brakes | Shimano 105 Hydraulic Disc |
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Summary
The Merida Reacto is a highly regarded aero road bike that combines improved aerodynamics with comfort and versatility, making it suitable for race day and beyond. It features a clean, integrated cockpit, revised fork profiling, and a more comfortable ride thanks to updated carbon layup and an S-Flex seatpost. Reviews highlight its speed, efficient handling, and the ability to fit wider tires for added comfort.
Improved aerodynamics
More comfortable with revised carbon layup and S-Flex seatpost
Bigger tire clearance for added comfort and control
Clean, integrated cockpit solution
Wind tunnel-proven drag reduction
CF5 frames only include internal routing for electronic shifting
New wider fork is heavier
Front end susceptible to crosswinds
Not the most light-footed on very steep climbs
Merida’s Reacto aero road bike enters its fourth generation with an all-new carbon frame that through subtle updates is more versatile than ever while still improving on aerodynamics.
BikerumorThe Reacto 4000 offers a superbike-adjacent experience on a rather more real-world budget.
CyclistAn aerodynamic jack of all trades!
Gran Fondo MagazineReal-world aero benefits, a great ride quality and a respectable price
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ago 2023 · Stu Kerton
Real-world aero benefits, a great ride quality and a respectable price
Effective 'aeroness' in the real world
Efficient gear ratios
Impressive tyres fitted as standard
Not the lightest build for the money
ene 2022 · Matthew Loveridge
Merida's most affordable aero bike retains the pro machine's best qualities
Exciting
Racy ride
Comfortable
Super-clean design
Basic wheels
Non-tubeless tyres
ago 2021 · Matthew Loveridge
The Reacto is a star performer on the road and it’s good enough to justify big upgrades down the line
Superbike-like ride
Ultra-modern design
Clean cockpit
Better wheels and tyres would really let it shine
sept 2020 · James Bracey
Does the newly launched 4th edition improve on the existing aero focussed race bike?
Translates every watt into forward momentum
Razor sharp handling
Impressive comfort for an aero bike
Seat clamp rubber cap keeps sliding up the seatpost
jul 2020 · Cory Benson
Merida's Reacto aero road bike enters gen 4 with an all-new lightweight carbon frameset that is faster than ever, while adding even more versatility...
jul 2020 · By
The brand new 2021 MERIDA REACTO in review. Aerodynamic optimisation, ample tire clearance and comfort!
Very composed
Good vibration damping
All-round abilities
Cable routing and level of integration
Front end susceptible to crosswinds
mar 2020 · Graham Cottingham
One month into our longterm test and the Merida Reacto LTD road bike is already impressing us
Effortless straight-line speed
Scything high-speed cornering capabilities
Dampening when dealing with large impacts
Doesn't come with tubeless tyres as standard
The rear light is far from reliable
| Frame | REACTO CF3 IV, material: carbon, 700x30C max. wheelsize, 100x12/ 142x12mm axle standard, BB86,5 bottom bracket standard BB Standard: BB86/BB92, 86.5mm, Press Fit Tire Clearance: 30c |
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| Fork | REACTO CF3 IV Disc, material: carbon, 700x30C max. wheelsize |
| Bottom Bracket | SM-BB71-41B, Pressfit 86.5 |
| Headset | FSA ACR |
| Stem | FSA SMR ACR, material: aluminium, -6° stem angle, 90 mm-XXS/XS, 100 mm-S, 110 mm-M, 120 mm-L/XL |
| Handlebar | MERIDA EXPERT CW, material: aluminium, 380mm (XXS), 400mm (XS-S), 420mm (M), 440 (L-XL) |
| Saddle | MERIDA EXPERT CC, V-mount, incl. MERIDA minitool |
| Seatpost | MERIDA TEAM CW, Aero shape, 15mm setback, Carbon Type: Rigid |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano 105, GS |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano 105 |
| Crank | Shimano 105, 52-36 teeth, 165 mm-XXS/XS, 170 mm-S, 172.5 mm-M, 175 mm-L/XL |
| Shifters | Shimano 105 Disc |
| Cassette | Shimano CS-R7000, 11-30 teeth, 11 speed |
| Chain | KMC X11 |
| Brakes | Shimano 105, Hydraulic Disc Type: Shimano 105 Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano 105 |
| Rims | MERIDA EXPERT CW, 19mm inner width, 30mm height, material: aluminium, Tubeless ready (tubeless tape and valves not included) |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Double Butted Black stainless |
| Front Hub | VP CLK170F / VP 270SB, 100x12mm width front hub, 28 spoke holes, Centerlock, 12-142mm width rear hub, 28 spoke holes, Centerlock |
| Rear Hub | VP CLK170F / VP 270SB, 100x12mm width front hub, 28 spoke holes, Centerlock, 12-142mm width rear hub, 28 spoke holes, Centerlock |
| Tires | Front: Continental Ultra Sport III, 700x25C, fold, Rear: Continental Ultra Sport III, 700x25C, fold |
| Disc Rotors | Shimano RT54, 160mm |
| Lights | REACTO light seat post + Battery |
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First added 4 de junio
Last updated 18 de mayo
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