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The Merida Scultura Endurance 8000 - MY26 Road Bike represents a refined synthesis of comfort and performance, meticulously engineered for cyclists who prioritize endurance and reliability on extended road journeys. Positioned strategically between the Silex and Scultura models, this bicycle features a geometry optimized to reduce rider fatigue, enabling sustained energy and focus over long distances. Its contemporary frame design balances agility with stability, making it well-suited for a wide range of road cycling activities, from spirited rides to relaxed explorations.
Key to its comfort-oriented design is the longer head tube combined with a slacker head angle, promoting an upright riding posture that alleviates strain on the back and shoulders. The extended wheelbase enhances stability at elevated speeds, while the 12mm bolt-through axles and full carbon tapered fork contribute to frame stiffness and precise steering control. The generous tyre clearance accommodates up to 35c tyres, or 32c with mudguards, broadening the bike’s versatility across various road surfaces and conditions.
Every detail of the Scultura Endurance 8000 underscores Merida’s commitment to quality and functionality. Internal cable routing maintains a clean and aerodynamic cockpit, while the hidden seat clamp and removable rear seat stay bridge facilitate mudguard installation without compromising aesthetics. The hydraulic disc brakes, mounted on CNC-machined aluminum Disc Cooler fins, provide consistent, powerful stopping performance and enhanced heat dissipation, ensuring rider safety and confidence under diverse riding conditions.
Does the bike accommodate wider tyres?
Yes, the Scultura Endurance 8000 supports tyres up to 35c, or 32c when mudguards are installed, allowing for enhanced comfort and adaptability on rougher road surfaces.
What braking system does it use?
The bike is equipped with hydraulic disc brakes featuring flat-mounted calipers on CNC-machined aluminum Disc Cooler fins, designed to maintain cooler operating temperatures and deliver consistent stopping power.
| Frameset | CF3 carbon, Nano Matrix for impact resistance. Internal cable routing, 142 x12mm axle standard, BB86 BB standard, flat mount rear brake with Disc Cooler, 1 1/2" headtube. Fully integrated seat clamp. Max tyre size 700 x 35c (700 x 32c with mudguard) |
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| Fork | Scultura Endurance CF3 Disc; material: carbon; 700x35C max. tyre size |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc Shimano Ultegra; Hydraulic disc with Shimano CL800; 160mm & Shimano Ultegra; Hydraulic disc with Shimano CL800; 160mm |
| Tyres | Continental GP5000 AllSeason TR; 700x32C; kevlar bead & Continental GP5000 AllSeason TR; 700x32C; kevlar bead |
| Rear mech | Shimano Ultegra Di2 |
| Wheelset | 700c - Vision SC 45 Disc; 100x12mm; 142x12mm; 23mm inner rim width; 45mm rim depth; Centerlock; material: carbon; Tubeless tape ready Part of wheelset - Vision SC 45 Disc Part of wheelset - Vision SC 45 Disc Part of wheelest - Vision SC 45 Disc |
| Headset | Merida Team SL (SE-301 neck) |
| Stem | Merida Expert SL 2PII; material: aluminium; -9 degree rise; Length: (XXS-S) - 90mm, M - 100mm, (L-XL) - 110mm |
| Handlebar | Merida Expert SLII; material: aluminium; (XXS-S) - 380mm wide, (M-L) - 400mm wide, XL - 420mm wide |
| Shifters | Front: Shimano Ultegra Disc Di2, Rear: Shimano Ultegra Disc Di2 |
| Cassette | Shimano Ultegra R8101; 11-34 teeth; 12 speed |
| Chain | Shimano M6100-12 |
| Chainset | Shimano Ultegra; 50-34 tooth chainset; Crank length: (XXS-XS) - 165mm, (S-M) - 170mm, (L-XL) - 172.5mm |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano SM-BB71-41B; Pressfit 86.5 |
| Saddle | Prologo Scratch M5; V-mount adapter; incl. Merida minitool |
| Seat post | Merida Team SL; 27.2mm diameter; in-line; material: carbon |
| Tape grips | Merida Road Expert |
| Front mech | Shimano Ultegra Di2 |
Stock Status Instock - Instore - Item Usually shipped or available for shop collection, within 48 hours (Mon-Fri)
Instock - Supplier Warehouse - Item is held in Suppliers Warehouse, Depending on the the supplier transfer time can vary from 24 Hours to 14 Days for item held in European warehouse.
(over festive periods some suppliers shut from 24th Dec-2nd Jan so orders can be delayed through this period.)
Brands held in European website include Trek, Bontrager, Electra, Wahoo, Rapha. For up-to-date transfer times please call customer services on +44 (0)1782 768622
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Bike and Home Trainers and oversize Goods £15.00 - FedEx
White Glove Bike Delivery - our white glove option has your bike personally delivered to you by a fully trained Mechanic and Bike fitter - £99.99
(Certain bikes will only have this option such as Cargo Bikes)
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In some cases, we may ship items out with another courier, depending on the status and availability of items ordered. (Customers will not be charged more and will be refunded any unused postage cost) If part of an order is cancelled and the total drops below the £50.00 free postage, a postage charge may be taken.
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If you have any questions about delivery charges, times or none delivery please do not hesitate to get in touch by email:store@swinnertoncycles.co.uk or by telephone on +44 (0)1782 768622. Handling is normally 48 hours, but at busy periods this may be extended but we will endeavor to process your order within 5 working days. Please bear in mind in some cases orders can take longer to process, please contact us for more details.
You may return most new, unopened items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We'll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.).
You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).
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