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 XL geometry on BikeInsightsStack 593mm · Reach 409mm
TRIGON AR01Performance Road
70%TRIGON
TRIGON AR01 2023g 32mm
XL → 58(XL)70% Compare
= Seat Tube Angle
≈ Stack, Reach, Head Tube Angle, Chainstay, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, Top Tube, TT Slope
4 350 $
TanTan FM025Performance Road
66%TanTan
TanTan FM025 938g 32mm
XL → XXL66% Compare
≈ Stack, Reach, Head Tube Angle, Seat Tube Angle, Chainstay, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, Top Tube, TT Slope
569 $
MENTECH Chermin R All-Round Race Bike FramesetPerformance Road
65%
MENTECH Chermin R All-Round Race Bike Frameset 873g
XL → 6065% Compare
= Head Tube Angle, Chainstay
≈ Stack, Reach, Seat Tube Angle, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, Top Tube, TT Slope
2 680 $
Dengfu R01 ULTRALIGHT FRAMEPerformance Road
62%Deng Fu
Dengfu R01 ULTRALIGHT FRAME 850g 25mm
XL → 60cm62% Compare
= Top Tube
≈ Stack, Reach, Head Tube Angle, Seat Tube Angle, Chainstay, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, TT Slope
550 $
Hygge S-Aura 2026 UCI Approved Frameset (UD Laser)Performance Road
61%Hygge
Hygge S-Aura 2026 UCI Approved Frameset (UD Laser) 32mm
XL → XL61% Compare
≈ Stack, Reach, Head Tube Angle, Seat Tube Angle, Chainstay, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, Top Tube, TT Slope
1 399 $
Dengfu FM098 DISCPerformance Road
59%Deng Fu
Dengfu FM098 DISC 32mm
XL → 58cm59% Compare
= Stack, Seat Tube Angle
≈ Reach, Head Tube Angle, Chainstay, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, Top Tube, TT Slope
1 399 $
QUICK PRO AR:OnePerformance Road
58%Quick Pro
QUICK PRO AR:One 800g 32mm
XL → XXL/58058% Compare
= Chainstay
≈ Stack, Reach, Head Tube Angle, Seat Tube Angle, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, Top Tube, TT Slope
1 672 $
OSTRO VAM Full Internal Wiring Carbon Fiber Road Bicycle Frame Assembly Carbon Frame CombinationPerformance Road
57%
OSTRO VAM Full Internal Wiring Carbon Fiber Road Bicycle Frame Assembly Carbon Frame Combination 32mm
XL → 5857% Compare
= Chainstay
≈ Stack, Reach, Head Tube Angle, Seat Tube Angle, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, TT Slope
LTK266-D--SLPerformance Road
56%Long Teng
LTK266-D--SL 760g 35mm
XL → XXL56% Compare
= Wheelbase, Top Tube
≈ Stack, Reach, Head Tube Angle, Seat Tube Angle, Chainstay, Trail, BB Drop
Winspace M6 (Frameset)Performance Road
56%Winspace
Winspace M6 (Frameset) 1041g
XL → XXL56% Compare
= Stack
≈ Reach, Head Tube Angle, Seat Tube Angle, Chainstay, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, Top Tube
1 499 $
TAVELO ArowPerformance Road
54%Tavelo
TAVELO Arow 1157g 32mm
XL → 58054% Compare
= Reach, Seat Tube Angle
≈ Stack, Head Tube Angle, Chainstay, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, Top Tube, TT Slope
1 650 $
TAVELO Arow ULTRALIGHT EditionPerformance Road
54%Tavelo
TAVELO Arow ULTRALIGHT Edition 710g 32mm
XL → 58054% Compare
= Reach, Seat Tube Angle
≈ Stack, Head Tube Angle, Chainstay, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, Top Tube, TT Slope
2 150 $
TanTan TT-R18Performance Road
54%TanTan
TanTan TT-R18 1052g 32mm
XL → XL54% Compare
= TT Slope
≈ Stack, Reach, Head Tube Angle, Seat Tube Angle, Chainstay, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, Top Tube
479 $
Mondince FM126Performance Road
53%Mondince
Mondince FM126 900g
XL → 5853% Compare
≈ Stack, Reach, Head Tube Angle, Seat Tube Angle, Chainstay, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, Top Tube, TT Slope
765 $
Dengfu R12 DISCPerformance Road
51%Deng Fu
Dengfu R12 DISC 32mm
XL → 5851% Compare
= Seat Tube Angle, Chainstay, Wheelbase
≈ Stack, Reach, Head Tube Angle, Trail, BB Drop, Top Tube, TT Slope
1 899 $
VeloBuild VB-R-268Endurance Road
51%VeloBuild
VeloBuild VB-R-268 950g 32mm
XL → XL 5851% Compare
≈ Stack, Reach, Head Tube Angle, Seat Tube Angle, Chainstay, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, Top Tube, TT Slope
499 $
VeloBuild R-177Performance Road
50%VeloBuild
VeloBuild R-177 920g
XL → XL50% Compare
= Seat Tube Angle
≈ Stack, Reach, Head Tube Angle, Chainstay, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, Top Tube, TT Slope
399 $
BXT 145 PRO RoadPerformance Road
48%BXT
BXT 145 PRO Road 950g 32mm
XL → 5848% Compare
= Seat Tube Angle, TT Slope
≈ Stack, Reach, Head Tube Angle, Chainstay, Wheelbase, Trail, BB Drop, Top Tube
561 €

FAQ — Merida Scultura (XL)

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

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

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

The TRIGON AR01 is the closest match to the Merida Scultura (XL) with a 70% 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 (XL)?

The Merida Scultura (XL) has a stack-to-reach ratio of 1.45, 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 (XL)?

The Merida Scultura (XL) is classified as a Performance Road bike with a stack-to-reach ratio of 1.45. 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.