|
Rapid 3 |
Trek 7.4 FX |
Specialized Sirrus Elite |
Raleigh Cadent FT 2 |
|
| Frame | 6061 AL | 7005 AL | 7005 AL | 7005 AL |
| Integrated headset | yes | semi | yes | yes |
| Fork | Advanced grade composite | composite | composite | composite |
| Oversized Handlebar & Stem | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| road bike drive train | yes |
no |
no |
no |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Sora | Shimano Deore |
Shimano Alivio |
Shimano Alivio |
| Front derailleur | Shimano R-440 | Shimano Acera | Shimano Acera | Shimano Alivio |
| Shifters |
Shimano R-221 |
Shimano Acera |
Shimano Acera |
Shimano Alivio |
| Crankset | FSA Tempo 30/50 | Shimano Acera 26/36/48 | Shimano Acera 26/36/48 | Shimano Alivio 26/36/48 |
| B.B. | FSA External | cartridge square spindle | cartridge square spindle | Shimano Octalink |
| Brakes | caliper | V-brakes | V-brakes | V-brakes |
| Wheelset |
700c 32 spoke |
700c 32 spoke |
700c 32 spoke |
700c 32 spoke |
| Tires |
Giant P-R3 700x25 flatguard |
Bontrager 700x32 |
Specialized Espoir Sport 700x28 |
Vittoria Randonneur 700x32 |
| Our assembly service / Premier wheelwork | yes | no | no | no |
| Kickstand | yes | ? | ? | ? |
| Waterbottle | yes | ? | ? | ? |
| Bar-ends | yes | no | no | no |
| Manufacturer |
 |
|
Merida | Boan |
| Price |
$840 |
$800 | $830 | $800 |