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Merida REACTO 6000 2021 – Large

The merida reacto 6000 is a highly regarded aero road bike that combines improved aerodynamics with increased comfort and versatility. It features a fully integrated cockpit, revised fork profiling, and an S-Flex seatpost for enhanced ride quality. While it excels in speed and handling, some reviews note its stiffness and the need for wheel upgrades to fully realize its potential The Merida REACTO 6000 2021 Road Bike (Large) delivers aerodynamic speed, race-ready handling, and carbon efficiency at a competitive price point. Built for riders seeking serious performance, this aero road bike features a lightweight CF3 carbon frame, integrated cable routing, and a Shimano Ultegra R8000 groupset for smooth, reliable 11-speed shifting.

Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) calculations modelled performance in a virtual wind tunnel to optimise aerodynamics guiding the changes which gave most aerodynamic benefit: New fork design, smoothly integrated into the frame, significant 2 Watt improvement New handlebar design completely integrating the cables, saves about 2 watts per cable Increased gap between the tyre and seat stays and between the tyre and fork crown and blades optimises airflow in those key areas. A lower junction between the seat stays and seat tube further reduces drag. Further small details such as integrating the front disc cooler behind the fork and the rear in the rear triangle and creating new through axles with the thread integrated into the fork dropout also minimise drag and improve aerodynamic performance.

Bikeradar gave the merida reacto 6000 disc 2021 a 4.5 out of 5 stars rating and called it ‘a fast aero road bike with impressively confident handling characteristics’. Impressive feedback on our new mid-level aero bike and just a confirmation that we got the balance between aerodynamic, weight, frame stiffness, comfort and geometry just right. The merida reacto 6000 disc
combines the lightweight CF3 carbon frame with an Ultegra groupset, Fulcrum wheels and an FSA/MERIDA cockpit combination.

All these improvements enable us to over-compensate the aerodynamic compromises made to give the bike bigger tyres. The result: the perfect package of comfort, aerodynamic, lightweight and style. Prototypes were wind tunnel tested following the German TOUR magazine standard, including the ‘moving leg dummy’ test. The new merida 6000 reacto needs just 209 watts effort for 45 km/h speed, 1 watt faster than its predecessor, and in the leading group of aero road bikes ever tested by TOUR magazine. The merida reacto 6000 di2 uses a CF3 frame, the same geometry and features, but with more economic fibres used in the carbon lay-up. Componentry is more purist, using a full Shimano Ultegra groupset including the chainset and a pair of Fulcrum wheels.

Newly launched in 2021, the latest version of the merida reacto disc 6000 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 were ‘hugely impressed’. From serious racer via enthusiast to the ambitious road rider, the 2021 merida reacto 6000 is a great bike for many people. Its outstanding aerodynamic performance, reduced weight, sharp handling and super quick acceleration makes 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 favourite training ride. It comes with a merida reacto frameset CF3 carbon frame with the same race-proven geometry as the CF5 with NACA fastback profiled tubes for efficient aerodynamics. Tapered headtube for confidence-inspiring handling, BB86, bolt-through axles, disc cooler. The reacto merida Fork Reacto CF3 IV Disc; carbon

Paired with Merida Expert CW aero wheels and hydraulic disc brakes, the REACTO 6000 excels in sprints, climbs, and all-out endurance rides. The Large size fits riders approx. 5’11” to 6’2″, offering an aggressive yet comfortable fit for speed-focused cyclists.

Merida REACTO Key Features:

• CF3 carbon aero frame with internal cable routing

• Shimano Ultegra R8000 2×11-speed drivetrain

• Hydraulic disc brakes for confident stopping power

• Merida Expert CW alloy aero wheels

• Size: Large (ideal for riders 5’11″–6’2″)

Engineered for performance and value, the REACTO 6000 is your go-to machine for race day or fast-paced training.

Merida REACTO 6000 2021 Road Bike Specifications