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Merida

Merida is a Taiwanese bicycle manufacturer that predominantly sells bikes under its own brand, but also manufactures for other brands.
Merida was founded in 1972 by Ike Tseng as a sub-contractor making Raleigh-branded bikes for the North American market. The original factory was based on the layout of Raleigh's plant in Nottingham.
Today's Merida makes a full range of road and mountain bikes. Its road range includes the Reacto aero bikes, Scultura race bikes and Ride sportive bikes.
Merida was one of the last major bike manufacturers to sponsor a top-level road racing team when it began to supply bikes to the Lampre-Merida team in 2013.

Merida Lithos 8000 e-MTB

Well shaped, supple, supportive, capable and predictable - everything a solid enduro e-MTB should be

£8500.00

Fri, Jun 19, 2026 09:07

Will these super low-profile tyres actually perform? Maxxis’s Aspen ST tyres, Merida’s affordable hardtail and more from Leatt, Rudy Project and Cinelli

This week's top pick of Five Cool Things and the best stories of the week

Sat, May 30, 2026 11:00

e-MTBs needn’t cost the earth: Merida’s latest budget-friendly e-mountain bike, Rimpact’s TMD V2, Renthal’s fresh stem and new rubber from Continental and Schwalbe

This week's Five Cool Things plus the best stories of the week

Sat, Apr 25, 2026 10:00

How to choose the right bike for cycling to work April 2026

How to choose the right bike for cycling to work — what’s the best bike for commuting duties?

Don't let a the countless bike options put you off switching to cycling. We've gone through various types of bikes designed with commuting in mind so you can decide which one is ideal for you

Wed, Apr 22, 2026 10:49

Rapha’s Core Rain Jacket impresses, Berk’s feathery 100g saddle stands out, and a 10/10 cycling jacket from Q36.5: road.cc Recommends updated with six great cycling products

Our February round-up has it all from rain jackets and a 10/10 long-sleeve jersey, to a feathery saddle, a powerful helmet light, and two standout bikes

Mon, Mar 16, 2026 16:58

“The most advanced aero bike we have ever created”: Merida finally unveils new Reacto that is faster, lighter, and with space for 32mm tyres

With the last major Reacto update happening way back in 2020, Merida’s flagship aero road bike returns, claiming big aerodynamic gains, lighter weights and room for wider tyres

Fri, Mar 06, 2026 08:00

Merida Crossway L 300

Very good choice if you want on- and off-road versatility and the comfort of suspension in a step-through frame

£875.00

Sun, Feb 15, 2026 15:45

Merida Silex 8000

Fun and capable 'do it all' gravel bike that's well specced and a joy to ride

£4800.00

Thu, Feb 05, 2026 08:57

Sir Chris Hoy’s All That Matters is a must-read, new Merida and Vielo gravel bikes impress: road.cc Recommends updated with 9 great cycling products

High-performance gravel bikes, standout winter kit, and cycling accessories - here are the nine products that made our final Recommends list of 2025

Mon, Jan 05, 2026 17:16

SRAM Eagle 90, Leatt’s affordable clothing, Hunt’s modern gravel wheels and more: off.road.cc’s Gear of the Year 2025

We've tested hundreds of products throughout 2025, and these are the very best

Tue, Dec 23, 2025 14:00