SCULTURA 7000
Merida
Race
SCULTURA 7000 is a carbon race road bike (2025), by Merida, part of the Scultura family. This bike is aimed at riders who want a sporty road feel without a full race fit, leaning toward a sporty riding position, with a surface profile that is best matched to paved roads. On MatchBikes metrics, it scores well for strong value-for-money versus many similar bikes, strong climbing friendliness for sustained uphill riding, and good fit flexibility for dialing in rider position. Relative to category specialists, the trade-off is a firmer ride feel than comfort-first options. If this looks close to what you want, compare this bike on MatchBikes.com against similar models.
7.1
Rating

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Score Summary
Performance
6.9
Value
9.8
Fit
6.1
Performance
Built for speed and efficiency
Speed
7.4
High
Climbing Efficiency
8.0
Climber
Aerodynamics
7.4
Balanced Aero
Fit
Dialed-in Fit & Comfort
Riding Position
6.9
Sporty
Fit Flexibility
7.5
Adjustable
Ride Comfort
3.0
Firm
Value
Value for Money
9.8
Exceptional Value
Surface Range
Road OnlySpecifications
General
Brand
Merida
Model
SCULTURA 7000
Year
2025
Price
$4,103
Weight
8.1 kg
Category
Road
Sub Category
Race
Groupset
Rival AXS
Frame
Frame
SCULTURA CF3 V, material: carbon, 700x30C max. wheelsize, 100x12/ 142x12mm axle standard, Pressfit 86,5
Suspension Fork
SCULTURA CF3 disc, material: carbon, 700x30C max. wheelsize
Suspension Type
Rigid
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
SRAM Rival eTAP AXS HRD
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Rival eTap AXS, SS
Front Derailleur
SRAM Rival eTap AXS
Cassette
SRAM XG 1250 D1, 10-36 teeth, 12 speed
Crank
SRAM Rival eTap AXS, 48-35 teeth, Power Meter, 165 mm-3XS-XXS, 170 mm-XS, 172.5 mm-S/M/L, 175 mm-XL
Bottom Bracket
BB86/BB92, 86mm, press-fit
Chain
SRAM Rival 12s
Wheels
Rims
Vision SC30 DB, 100x12mm width front hub, 142x12mm width rear hub, 19mm inner width, 33mm height, Centerlock, material: carbon
Tires
Continental Grand Prix 5000S TR, 700x28C, fold, tubeless ready
Brakes
Brake Type
Hydraulic Disc
Brake Description
SRAM Rival eTap AXS, Hydraulic disc
Brake Levers
SRAM Rival eTap AXS
Cockpit
Handlebar
SL-K Compact, material: carbon, 380mm (XXS-XS), 400mm (S-M-L-XL)
Seat
Saddle
MERIDA EXPERT SL, 6% recycled and 23% nature material, V-mount, incl. MERIDA minitool
Seatpost
MERIDA TEAM SL, 27.2mm diameter, 15mm setback, Carbon, S-Flex
Geometry
| Measurement | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.381 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.428 mm | 1.45 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 266 mm | 270 mm | 270 mm | 270 mm | 270 mm |
| Front Center | 584 mm | 590 mm | 591 mm | 601 mm | 611 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 44 mm | 45 mm | 46 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 61 mm | 60 mm | 53 mm | 52 mm | 50 mm |
| Stack | 529 mm | 542 mm | 557 mm | 571 mm | 593 mm |
| Reach | 383 mm | 390 mm | 395 mm | 400 mm | 409 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 535 mm | 545 mm | 560 mm | 575 mm | 590 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 458 mm | 481 mm | 501 mm | 521 mm | 550 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 72 ° | 72.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 74 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 112 mm | 128 mm | 140 mm | 155 mm | 176 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 408 mm | 408 mm | 408 mm | 408 mm | 408 mm |
| Wheelbase | 982 mm | 989 mm | 990 mm | 1000 mm | 1010 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 70 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm |
| Standover Height | 745 mm | 765 mm | 782 mm | 800 mm | 823 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
























































