{"product_id":"merida-silex-200-bike-1","title":"Merida Silex 200","description":"\u003ch2\u003eIf you like to go out for a bike ride without wondering where your route will take you or what surface you'll be riding onhe\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SILEX is the bike for you. The 200 model features the same lightweight aluminium frame as the more expensive models, with multiple mounting points for luggage, water bottles, mudguards, a rear rack, an all-carbon fork for added comfort and precise steering. The wide range of ratios is perfect for long climbs and faster flat sections. There is a certain beauty in pedalling without looking at the clock, heading wherever you feel the need. For those rides, the award-winning SILEX makes absolute sense. The most comfortable and versatile Gravel bike ever. With its modern MTB-inspired geometry, high headset and short stem, it offers agile, confidence-inspiring handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTriple aluminium frame and fork with carbon wheels \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e700c for well-balanced off-road and road capability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal cable routing for a clean and easy to load frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComfort for long hours in the saddle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMTB-inspired handling for superior off-road capability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree positions and cage extension for increased capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrame: SILEX LITE; material: aluminium, 700x38C \/ 650Bx45C max.WHS, axle 100x12\/142x12mm standard, BB86 standard bottom bracket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFork: SILEX CF2; tapered, material: carbon, 700x38C \/ 650Bx45C max.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrakes: Promax DSK-330R; mechanical disc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscs: Promax 160G; 160 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadset: MERIDA M2331\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandlebar stem: MERIDA EXPERT GR; material: aluminium, 420mm (M), 440mm (L)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStem: MERIDA COMP CC; material: aluminium, diameter 31.8mm, stem angle -6°, 80mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrips: MERIDA ROAD Comp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront derailleur: Shimano Sora\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShifters: Shimano Sora; GS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShifters: Shimano Sora\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrankset: FSA Omega; 48-32 teeth, 172.5 mm (M), 175 mm (L)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeatpost: MERIDA COMP CC; material: aluminium, diameter 30.9 mm, 0 mm dropout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeatpost clamp: MERIDA EXPERT\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaddle: MERIDA COMP SL; V-mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChain: KMC M99\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSprocket set: Shimano CS-HG200; 11-32 teeth, 9-speed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBottom Bracket: FSA PF86 MegaExo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRims: MERIDA COMP SL; 17mm inner width, 22mm height, material: aluminium, tubeless ready (tubeless tape and valves not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHubs: VP 173SB \/ VP 273SB; front hub 100x12mm wide, 32 spoke holes, 6 bolts, rear hub 142x12mm wide, 32 spoke holes, 6 bolts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePivots: MERIDA EXPERT SL; including removable lever, 6\/4 mm Allen key\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpokes: Black stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTyres: Maxxis Rambler; 700x38C, fold, TR, EXO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eTechnologies\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePROLITE 66 TRIPLE BUTTED ALUMINIUM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur proven high-end aluminium (6066) is extremely light and strong. 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