Mighty tempted by one of these to replace the Grade, especially as it’ll take ‘road plus’ which the Grade won’t. Anyone bought one yet?

vinnyeh – Member

And the fact that it’s 1x only.
Belies all the versatility marketing bullshit- it’s just a toy really..

My commuter’s 1×9, perfect for the job. You wouldn’t want to ride up an alp on it mind.

My new cx bike is 1*11, I absolutely love the set up, its so quiet.

Appearing everywhere now….

Hit the gravel with Merit Plus & unique semi-custom water transfer finishes

Merit is a small brand run out of a tiny Czech workshop and starts with what are essentially standard catalog bikes made in Taiwan. They are not shy about that, working with producers who also make some of the top-end bikes in the industry. Merit works with the factory to make modifications like carbon updates, axle options, braze-ons, etc. before shipping the framesets to the Czech Republic where they do their unique finish customizations. All with the goal of delivering something special to customers.

Sounds honest to me.

However they are asking €1443
http://mtb.tools/en/carbon-mtb-road-frames-29er/339-carbon-gravel-frame-merit-plus-middle.html

Saw a chicken at the DR200 with carbon 5 or 6 spoke carbon spoked wheels. Looked rather cool.

What are the wheels on the 650 Astro duck? I’m looking for a cheap pair with 12mm bolt through ach end.. They seem a bit thin on the ground.