Sitting between the Silex and Scultura in our road range, the Scultura Endurance is aimed at tarmac adventure riding.
The Scultura Endurance geometry is perfectly suited to riders who want to enjoy long hours in the saddle while being comfortable and relaxed on the bike.
Endowed with a modern frame design and comfort-orientated geometry the Scultura Endurance has a longer head tube creating a more upright and comfort-orientated seating position. The slacker head tube angle and slightly longer wheelbase give the bike more stability at speed.
To increase frame stiffness and steering precision the Scultura Endurance uses 12mm bolt through axles and a full carbon tapered fork.
There’s plenty of tyre clearance (up to 35c, or 32c if you are running mudguards), larger volume tyres can be run at lower pressures and provide more comfort even on the most pothole littered country lanes.
We've used plenty of neat touches such as routing shifting and brake cables through the headset to declutter the cockpit. Even the seat clamp is hidden and the rear seat stay bridge can be removed if it isn’t used to mount mudguards.
All Scultura Endurance models are equipped with powerful hydraulic disc brakes. Calipers are mounted via the flat mount standard for a neat, flush fit. Calipers sit on top of CNC'd aluminium Disc Cooler fins which reduce operating temperatures by up to 35%.
FLEX-STAY
The seat and chainstay profile and carbon lay-up schedule are adapted to work like a flat leaf spring, absorbing surface bumps and reducing vibrations.
X-TAPER HEADTUBE
Our X-Tapered headtube offers the space for a tapered fork to be fitted. Tapered forks offer superb stiffness and precise and deliver confidence-inspiring steering.
INTERNAL CABLE ROUTING
Cables are routed through the frame, entering and exiting through smooth sockets. The bike looks neat, whilst the cables are protected from moisture and dirt.
DI2 READY
Bikes/frames with the symbol ‘Di2 Ready’ are prepared for the installation of Di2 technology with battery mounting in the seat post or within the fork steerer.
NANO MATRIX CARBON
To protect the integrity of carbon frames, the fibres are bonded together with an epoxy resin with added nano particles, increasing impact resistance by up to 40%.
AWS
When creating the individual carbon elements, an inflatable bladder is used to ensure there are no wrinkles inside the tube as these can add weight and create weakness. This results in a lighter, stiffer and stronger frame.
DISC COOLER
A forged aluminium component under the front and/or rear caliper allowing heat to dissipate through CNC-milled cooling fins. Tests show that temperatures are reduced by around 35 % and cooling times are shortened, optimising the performance of the brake.
INTERNAL CLAMP
Designing WorldTour bikes is similar to Formula 1: apparently nondescript details can result in saving split seconds. Integrated seat-post clamping minimises turbulence at the top tube.
REMOVABLE F-MOUNT
A removable seat stay bridge can be fitted for neater and more secure fitting of rear fenders, but removed for increased mud clearance and a cleaner look.
WIRE PORT
All control cables like gear, brake and dropper post cable enter the frame through a specifically shaped headset cap, cleaning up the cockpit area while also keeping them out of harm's way. Only the internally routed cable for the rear shock lockout enters the frame directly into the top tube for extra smooth lockout action.
Features:
- Comfortable, confidence inspiring geometry
- Carbon frame and fork
- 2 x 12 SRAM Rival AXS wireless transmission
- Fulcrum Racing 800 DB wheelset with Continental Grand Prix 5000 32 mm tyres
- Fully integrated carbon cockpit
- Carbon seat post
Product Code | N357 |
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Brand | Merida |
Gender | Unisex |
Frame | SCULTURA ENDURANCE CF3 II material: carbon 700x35C max./ 700x32C (with fender) max. wheelsize 100x12/ 142x12mm axle standard BB86 bottom bracket standard MUK 38 (Shimano direct mount)/ MUK 39 Hanger |
Fork | SCULTURA ENDURANCE CF3 Disc material: carbon 700x35C max. wheelsize |
Shifters | Sram Rival eTAP AXS HRD |
Derailleur (Front) | Sram Rival eTap AXS |
Derailleur (Rear) | Sram Rival eTap AXS SS |
Brakes | Sram Rival eTAP AXS HRD |
Crankset | Sram Rival eTap AXS 48-35 teeth 165mm-XXS, 170 mm-XS/S, 172.5 mm-M, 175 mm-L/XL |
Cassette | CS XG 1250 D1 10-36 teeth 12 speed |
Chain | Sram Rival 12s |
Hub Front | Fulcrum Racing 800 DB; 100x12mm front; Centerlock |
Hub Rear | Merida Expert SL 142x12mm rear; Centerlock |
Rims | Merida Expert SL 19mm inner rim width; 34mm height |
Tyres | Continental Grand Prix 5000 700x32C fold |
Handlebar | MERIDA EXPERT SL material: aluminium 380mm(XXS) 400mm (XS-S) 420mm (M) 440 (L-XL) |
Stem | MERIDA EXPERT CW 31.8mm diameter material: aluminium -8° stem angle 80 mm-XXS, 90 mm-XS, 100 mm-S/M, 110 mm-L, 120 mm-XL |
Headset | MERIDA 8151 w/o crown race |
Saddle | MERIDA EXPERT SL V-mount incl. MERIDA minitool |
Seatpost | MERIDA TEAM SL / EXPERT CC (depending on availability) 27.2mm diameter 15mm setback Carbon |
Pedal | Pedals not included with this bike but can be purchased separately here |
Wheel Size | 700c |
Number of Gears | 24 |
Ready to ride
Every bike from Start Fitness is fully checked & assembled before despatch and will arrive, almost, ready to ride. Each bike is assembled by one of our CyTech accredited mechanics and then packed into one of our custom boxes.
*This process has a lead time of 5-7 working days.
Unfortunately during peak times this may be slightly delayed. We will however, aim to despatch your bike as quickly as possible. Minimal assembly, with basic tools, is required before you can ride. Assembly tools are not usually included.
Making sure you are home
Once fully checked and boxed, we will contact you to arrange a suitable delivery date when you will be home to take delivery. Our bikes are despatched with a premium delivery service which usually delivers next working day (excludes weekends & bank holidays) for mainland UK orders, it may take slightly longer for some areas, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands and outlying Scottish areas. European bike deliveries usually take approximately one week.
Taking Delivery
Any mechanical or cosmetic issues need to be reported to us within one week of the delivery date. If you do not plan on using the bike straight away, we advise that you remove it from the box and check it over ASAP as we cannot be responsible for any reported issues (other than standard warranty issues) later than one week from the date that the bicycle was delivered.
First Service
After a few weeks of riding (we recommend around 6-8 weeks, regardless of how much the bike has been used), a new bike will need a service to make final adjustments and to re-check all nuts and bolts. This is necessary as the bike goes through a ‘bedding in’ phase, after which, final adjustment may be necessary. We recommend that this is carried out by a CyTech qualified mechanic.
It is important to have these checks carried out to prevent any avoidable problems which may not be covered by warranty and to ensure the smooth running of your bicycle. If you’re local to us, we’re able to offer this first service free of charge* at our Newcastle store (NE1 6JE). You’ll just need to call our workshop on 0191 917 3825 to book your service in, and don’t forget to bring your proof of purchase when you drop the bike off with us.
If you’ve had the bike delivered, it will be your responsibility to ensure a first service is carried out at a trusted bike shop local to you, preferably by a Cytech certified mechanic. Start Fitness are unfortunately not able to cover any costs associated with this service if carried out by another store.
*Please note that this complimentary check-over does not include any labour to replace worn parts or to fit new accessories. All bikes should be delivered to us in a clean and serviceable condition, or a £15 cleaning charge will be payable.
Bike Servicing
Bicycles need to be serviced regularly, as a guideline we would advise on at least one full service per year and/or a standard service twice a year. If the bike is used regularly in adverse conditions, more regular servicing may be required.
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