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Rapid 1 |
Specialized
Sirrus
Pro |
Trek
7.6 FX |
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Frame |
6061 AL |
6061 AL |
7005 AL |
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Integrated headset |
yes |
yes |
no |
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Warranty |
lifetime |
lifetime |
lifetime |
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Fork |
Composite |
Composite |
Composite |
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alloy steerer |
alloy steerer |
alloy steerer |
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Rear derailleur |
Shimano 105 |
SRAM Apex |
Shimano Deore |
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Front derailleur |
Shimano R-770 |
SRAM Apex |
Shimano Tiagra |
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Shifters |
Shimano R-770 |
SRAM SL |
Shimano Deore |
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Crankset |
forged 34/50
Shimano
Tiagra
|
forged 34/50
FSA
Omega
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forged 34/50
FSA
Vero
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Bottom Bracket |
External
Shimano
Tiagra
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External
FSA
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External |
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Chain |
Shimano
Shimano
Tiagra
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KMC
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SRAM |
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Cassette |
Shimano
Shimano
Tiagra 12-28
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SRAM Apex 11-32 |
Shimano Deore 11-36 |
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Brakes |
caliper |
V-brakes |
V-brakes |
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Pedals |
Shimano clipless |
standard
without toe clips |
standard
toe clips & straps |
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Hubs |
sealed
cartridge brg |
no |
no |
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Seat Post |
composite
30.9
mm |
composite
27.2
mm
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alloy
27.2
mm |
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Bar ends |
yes |
yes |
no |
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Our assembly service / Premier
wheelwork |
yes |
no |
no |
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Waterbottle |
yes |
? |
? |
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Manufacturer |
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Merida |
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Price |
$1,250 |
$1,450 |
$1,320 |
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