Merida Performance Road

Alternatives to Merida Scultura

Chinese frame alternatives with similar geometry to the Merida Scultura. Compare stack, reach, and handling characteristics.

Similarity is based on frame geometry only (stack, reach, head tube angle, seat tube angle, chainstay length, wheelbase, BB drop). It does not account for frame appearance, build quality, carbon layup, carbon grade, stiffness, weight, or finish.

Merida Scultura

Performance Road
All3XSS:R 1.37XXSS:R 1.37XSS:R 1.38SS:R 1.39MS:R 1.41LS:R 1.43XLS:R 1.45
View L geometry on BikeInsightsStack 571mm · Reach 400mm
LightCarbon LCR007-D New Road Disc Brake Frame With Flat MountPerformance Road
83%LightCarbon
LightCarbon LCR007-D New Road Disc Brake Frame With Flat Mount
L → 54083% Compare
= Head Tube Angle, Seat Tube Angle, Top Tube
≈ Stack, Reach, Chainstay, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, TT Slope
ELVES Falath EVO+Performance Road
77%Elves
ELVES Falath EVO+ 1300g 32mm
L → 5977% Compare
= Stack
≈ Reach, Seat Tube Angle, Chainstay, Wheelbase, BB Drop, Top Tube
990 €
MENTECH Chermin R All-Round Race Bike FramesetPerformance Road
75%
MENTECH Chermin R All-Round Race Bike Frameset 873g
L → 5875% Compare
= Head Tube Angle, Seat Tube Angle, Chainstay, Top Tube
≈ Stack, Reach, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, TT Slope
2 680 $
VeloBuild R-177Performance Road
74%VeloBuild
VeloBuild R-177 920g
L → XL74% Compare
= Seat Tube Angle
≈ Stack, Reach, Head Tube Angle, Chainstay, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, Top Tube, TT Slope
399 $
TAVELO Arow ULTRALIGHT EditionPerformance Road
71%Tavelo
TAVELO Arow ULTRALIGHT Edition 710g 32mm
L → 54071% Compare
= Seat Tube Angle, Top Tube
≈ Stack, Reach, Head Tube Angle, Chainstay, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, TT Slope
2 150 $
TAVELO ArowPerformance Road
71%Tavelo
TAVELO Arow 1157g 32mm
L → 54071% Compare
= Seat Tube Angle, Top Tube
≈ Stack, Reach, Head Tube Angle, Chainstay, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, TT Slope
1 650 $
Dengfu R01 ULTRALIGHT FRAMEPerformance Road
70%Deng Fu
Dengfu R01 ULTRALIGHT FRAME 850g 25mm
L → 58cm70% Compare
= Head Tube Angle, Seat Tube Angle, Trail, Top Tube
≈ Stack, Reach, Chainstay, Wheelbase, BB Drop, TT Slope
550 $
BXT 145 PRO RoadPerformance Road
68%BXT
BXT 145 PRO Road 950g 32mm
L → 5868% Compare
= Seat Tube Angle
≈ Stack, Reach, Head Tube Angle, Chainstay, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, Top Tube, TT Slope
561 €
TAVELO ArdenPerformance Road
67%Tavelo
TAVELO Arden
L → 53067% Compare
= Seat Tube Angle
≈ Stack, Reach, Head Tube Angle, Chainstay, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, Top Tube, TT Slope
TanTan TT-R18Performance Road
67%TanTan
TanTan TT-R18 1052g 32mm
L → XL67% Compare
= Head Tube Angle, Top Tube
≈ Stack, Reach, Seat Tube Angle, Chainstay, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, TT Slope
479 $
TRIFOX X10 Carbon Road Bike FramPerformance Road
65%Trifox
TRIFOX X10 Carbon Road Bike Fram 1245g 25mm
L → XL65% Compare
= Top Tube
≈ Stack, Reach, Head Tube Angle, Seat Tube Angle, Chainstay, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop
469 $
Voicevelo VFV ECHO AeroPerformance Road
64%Voice Velo
Voicevelo VFV ECHO Aero 975g
L → 5664% Compare
≈ Stack, Reach, Head Tube Angle, Seat Tube Angle, Chainstay, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, Top Tube
1 399 $ - 1 699 $
QUICK PRO AR:OnePerformance Road
63%Quick Pro
QUICK PRO AR:One 800g 32mm
L → XL63% Compare
= Chainstay
≈ Stack, Reach, Head Tube Angle, Seat Tube Angle, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, Top Tube
1 672 $
Dengfu FM098 DISCPerformance Road
63%Deng Fu
Dengfu FM098 DISC 32mm
L → 56cm63% Compare
= Head Tube Angle
≈ Stack, Reach, Seat Tube Angle, Chainstay, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, Top Tube, TT Slope
1 399 $
QUICK PRO ER:ONEPerformance Road
62%Quick Pro
QUICK PRO ER:ONE 953g
L → 55062% Compare
= Chainstay, Top Tube
≈ Stack, Reach, Head Tube Angle, Seat Tube Angle, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, TT Slope
1 999 $ - 2 199 $
OSTRO VAM Full Internal Wiring Carbon Fiber Road Bicycle Frame Assembly Carbon Frame CombinationPerformance Road
62%
OSTRO VAM Full Internal Wiring Carbon Fiber Road Bicycle Frame Assembly Carbon Frame Combination 32mm
L → 5662% Compare
≈ Stack, Reach, Head Tube Angle, Seat Tube Angle, Chainstay, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, TT Slope
TanTan FM025Performance Road
62%TanTan
TanTan FM025 938g 32mm
L → XL62% Compare
= Seat Tube Angle
≈ Stack, Reach, Head Tube Angle, Chainstay, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, Top Tube, TT Slope
569 $
VeloBuild VB-R-268Endurance Road
61%VeloBuild
VeloBuild VB-R-268 950g 32mm
L → XL 5861% Compare
= Head Tube Angle
≈ Stack, Reach, Seat Tube Angle, Chainstay, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, Top Tube, TT Slope
499 $

FAQ — Merida Scultura (L)

What are cheap alternatives to the Merida Scultura (L)?

These Chinese-made carbon frames offer similar geometry to the Merida Scultura (L) at a fraction of the price:

What frames have the most similar geometry to the Merida Scultura (L)?

The LightCarbon LCR007-D New Road Disc Brake Frame With Flat Mount is the closest match to the Merida Scultura (L) with a 83% geometry similarity score, based on stack, reach, head tube angle, seat tube angle, chainstay length, and wheelbase.

How aggressive or comfortable is the Merida Scultura (L)?

The Merida Scultura (L) has a stack-to-reach ratio of 1.43, which is moderate. This geometry offers a balanced riding position — sporty enough for spirited riding, yet comfortable for longer distances. A versatile choice for most riders.

What type of bike is the Merida Scultura (L)?

The Merida Scultura (L) is classified as a Performance Road bike with a stack-to-reach ratio of 1.43. Its riding character is moderate — a versatile all-rounder balancing speed and comfort. The geometry determines how the bike handles and how the rider is positioned — frames with similar numbers will feel similar on the road, regardless of brand.