The 2025 Merida Scultura 10K is the pinnacle of Merida’s road racing lineup, designed for cyclists who demand the absolute best in performance, aerodynamics, and comfort. Built around the super-light CF5 carbon frame—weighing just 822 grams in size M—this bike incorporates all the best features Merida has developed over the years, with many borrowed from their award-winning REACTO aero bike.
Key Features:
- CF5 Carbon Frame (822g): The lightest and most advanced frame in Merida’s road lineup, designed for both aerodynamics and compliance, ensuring that you can push hard without sacrificing comfort.
- SRAM Red eTap AXS 12-speed wireless groupset: This cutting-edge drivetrain delivers crisp, precise shifting and includes an integrated power meter, giving you accurate data to track your performance.
- Zipp 353 NSW Wheelset: These high-performance tubeless wheels with a 25mm inner width and centerlock disc brakes offer incredible aerodynamics, stability, and speed, paired with Continental Grand Prix 5000S TR 28mm tyres for outstanding grip and rolling efficiency.
- MERIDA S-FLEX Carbon Seatpost & DISC COOLER Technology: The S-FLEX post enhances comfort by absorbing road vibrations, while the integrated DISC COOLER helps to dissipate heat from the brakes, maintaining consistent stopping power on long descents.
- MERIDA TEAM SL 1P one-piece cockpit: This fully integrated handlebar and stem combination offers both aerodynamic advantages and a clean aesthetic, helping to reduce drag.
Unmatched Performance:
The Scultura 10K is designed for serious racers and competitive riders. Its race-proven geometry—shared with Merida's REACTO model—combines excellent aerodynamics with lightweight construction and optimal stiffness for fast accelerations and precise handling. The bike’s fifth-generation frame has been fine-tuned to ensure it delivers outstanding comfort while keeping you fresh for long rides or final sprints.
Merida’s integration of aero detailing from their REACTO model has made this version of the Scultura the most aerodynamic in its history. Despite being designed as a pure road racer, it retains the agility and rider comfort that has always defined the Scultura, making it a versatile bike that excels in sprints, climbs, and long-distance efforts alike.
Race-Proven Success:
The Scultura 10K has already proven its race pedigree, with Team Bahrain Victorious using the bike to claim mountain-top stage victories in prestigious events like the Tour de France and the Vuelta a España before it was even officially launched. This real-world testing ensures that the bike performs at the highest level, offering riders an unbeatable combination of low weight, aerodynamics, and rider comfort.
Specifications:
- Model Year: 2025
- Frame: SCULTURA CF5 V
- Fork: SCULTURA CF5 Disc
- Wheelset: Zipp WH-353-NSW Tubeless, 12x100mm front hub, 12x142mm rear hub, 25mm inner width, Centerlock
- Front & Rear Tyres: Continental Grand Prix 5000S TR (28 mm)
- Crankset: SRAM Red AXS
- Bottom Bracket: SRAM Pressfit Dub
- Cassette: SRAM XG 1290 E1
- Chain: SRAM Red D1 12S
- Shifters: SRAM Red AXS
- Front Derailleur: SRAM Red AXS
- Rear Derailleur: SRAM Red AXS
- Brake Lever: SRAM Red AXS
- Brakes: SRAM Red AXS, with SRAM Paceline X Centerlock rotors
- Headset: MERIDA TEAM SL
- Stem: MERIDA TEAM ONE-PIECE INTEGRATED
- Handlebar: MERIDA TEAM SL 1P Integrated
- Seatpost: MERIDA TEAM SL (S-FLEX)
- Saddle: Prologo Scratch M5
- Bottle Cage: B-147B
Engineering Excellence:
Merida has gone to great lengths to improve the aerodynamics, weight, and comfort of the Scultura 10K. Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and wind tunnel testing have shaped the design, ensuring optimal performance in a variety of racing conditions. By incorporating wider tyres and improving tube shapes, the Scultura offers more comfort without compromising its aerodynamic profile. Even small details like integrating the rear disc caliper into the rear triangle and using aero-profiled tubes contribute to its class-leading performance.
Summary:
The 2025 Merida Scultura 10K is the ultimate road racing machine, blending lightweight performance with cutting-edge aerodynamics and comfort. Its premium components, including the SRAM Red AXS wireless groupset and Zipp 353 NSW wheelset, make it a top-tier choice for competitive cyclists who want the very best. Whether you're training for a grand tour or looking to dominate your local races, the Scultura 10K will give you the edge you need.