Merida Road Race Aero Bike | Reacto Limited

REACTO LIMITED
We managed to increase the already remarkable air slicing ability of our new REACTO frame even further by adding our new SL45 carbon wheelset to it, making the REACTO LIMITED a super-efficient and competitive bike at an amazing price.

The perfect combination of the trusted Shimano 105 groupset and our air slicing SL45 carbon wheelset, all fitted to our super slick CF3 frame. While making sure that smooth shifting and pin-point braking is taken care of, we invested in a high-quality wheelset as the aero advantages will easily offset the slightly higher weight of the groupset. This clever combination of specific components makes the REACTO LIMITED a super-efficient and competitive bike at an amazing price.

Newly launched in 2021, the latest version of the REACTO took the cycling press by storm. A long string of test wins, perfect scores, and awards confirm our successful symbiosis of the race-proven DNA of the previous model with the latest trends and technologies. Cycling Weekly calls it 'without doubt one of the most complete bikes available on the market, Cyclingnews 'an utterly brilliant and faultless machine' and Cycling Plus was 'hugely impressed. From serious racers via enthusiasts to ambitious road riders, the REACTO is a great bike for many people. Its outstanding aerodynamic performance, reduced weight, sharp handling, and super quick acceleration make it the perfect bike for criterium racers and sprinters. At the same time, the class-leading comfort gives it the ability to play out its aerodynamic advantage also on the cobblestones – or the idyllic but potholed littered lanes of your favorite training ride.

• Lightweight CF3 carbon aero frame (approx. 1,150 g - in size M)
• Shimano 105 11-speed groupset
• FSA ACR SMR stem/MERIDA EXPERT CW handlebar combination
• MERIDA TEAM SL45 carbon wheelset
• MERIDA S-FLEX carbon aero post with integrated rear light
• DISC COOLER technology and WIRE PORT cable integration.

Additional Shipping Charges Apply:
Large volume / volumetric weight Shipment - This product originates from our distribution center in Bangalore, India, and will be transported using the most reliable and premium courier partners to ensure reliable delivery of the product to you. Any orders received out of Bangalore will attract a nominal shipping charge, to be decided and applied by couriers, after the order is placed and when the product is ready for dispatch - by checking the volumetric weight of the shipment box. Applicable shipping charges by the transporter will be communicated and to be paid before the dispatch.

Specifications

• Frame: REACTO CF3 IV
• material: carbon
• 700x30C max. wheel size
• 100x12/ 142x12mm axle standard
• BB86,5 bottom bracket standard
• Frame Size: XXS, XS, S, M, L, XL
• Color: Gunmetal Grey (blue)
• Fork: REACTO CF3 IV Disc
• material: carbon
• 700x30C max. wheelsize
• Brakes: Shimano 105 Hydraulic Disc
• Rotors: Shimano RT54 160mm
• Brake Lever: Shimano 105
• Headset: FSA ACR
• Handlebar: Merida Expert CW
• Material: Aluminum
• 380mm (XXS)
• 400mm (XS-S)
• 420mm (M)
• 440 (L-XL)
• Handlebar Stem: FSA SMR ACR
• Material: Aluminium
• -6° stem angle
• 90 mm-XXS/XS, 100 mm-S, 110 mm-M, 120 mm-L/XL
• Grip: Merida Road Expert
• Derailleur (F): Shimano 105
• Derailleur (R): Shimano 105 GS
• Shifters Shimano 105 Disc
• Seat Post: Merida Team CW
• Aero shape
• 15mm setback
• Carbon
• Seat Clamp: Merida REACTO Aero
• Saddle: Merida Expert SL
• V-mount
• incl. MERIDA mini tool
• Chain: KMC X11
• Crank: Shimano 105
• 52-36 teeth
• 165 mm-XXS/XS, 170 mm-S, 172.5 mm-M, 175 mm-L/XL
• Freewheel: Shimano CS-R7000
• 11-30 teeth
• 11 speed
• Bottom Bracket: SM-BB71-41B, Pressfit 86.5
• Wheelset: Merida Team SL45
• 100x12mm width front hub
• 142x12mm width rear hub
• 19mm inner width
• 45mm height
• Centerlock
• material: carbon
• Tyre Front: Continental Ultra Sport III
• 700x25C
• fold
• Tyre Rear: Continental Ultra Sport III
• 700x25C
• fold
• Axles: Merida Expert SL
• including removable lever
• 6/4mm Allen key
• Light Rear: REACTO light seat post + Battery
• Max. Weight: 120 kg

Technologies

X-Taper Headtube
Our X-Tapered headtube offers the space for a tapered fork to be fitted. Tapered forks offer superb stiffness and precision and deliver confidence-inspiring steering.

Internal Cable Routing
Cables are routed through the frame, entering and exiting through smooth sockets. The bike looks neat, whilst the cables are protected from moisture and dirt.

Nano Matrix Carbon
To protect the integrity of carbon frames, the fibers are bonded together with an epoxy resin with added nano particles, increasing impact resistance by up to 40%.

AWS
When creating the individual carbon elements, an inflatable bladder is used to ensure there are no wrinkles inside the tube as these can add weight and create weakness. This results in a lighter, stiffer and stronger frame.

Naca Fastback Profile
The aerodynamics are based around a NACA0028 teardrop profile (National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics) which is truncated. Air moves around the tube as though the missing rear section of the teardrop were still there, saving weight by using less material.

Disc Cooler
A forged aluminum component under the front and/or rear caliper allows heat to dissipate through CNC-milled cooling fins. Tests show that temperatures are reduced by around 35 % and cooling times are shortened, optimizing the performance of the brake.

Internal Clamp
Designing WorldTour bikes is similar to Formula 1: apparently nondescript details can result in saving split seconds. Integrated seat-post clamping minimizes turbulence at the top tube.

Wire Port
MERIDA designed headsets that allow all control cables to enter the frame through the headset, creating a clean and uncluttered look, without making structural changes to the frame. Depending on the model, the cables are run completely internally (including bar and stem) or semi-integrated where the cables enter the frame underneath the stem.

Geometry & Size Guide