Merida Scultura Endurance GR 5000 Shimano GRX 820 2024

Ideal for fast-paced gravel rides or rough road courses, Merida engineers have taken the proven carbon fibre endurance road frame and added gravel race-ready kit for the perfect mix of precise yet stable handling and comfort.

Fast, capable and composed. The SCULTURA ENDURANCE GR 5000 is designed for the world of high-speed, high-risk gravel racing, using the award-winning CF3 carbon fibre endurance frame as a base. Add Continental Terra Speed 35mm tyres, fast but tough off-road, the proven Shimano GRX groupset, Merida wheel set and a flared handlebar to maximise control on rough trails, and you get the perfect mix of light weight, precise but stable handling. It is the ideal comfort for fast-paced gravel rides or rough road courses.

The SCULTURA ENDURANCE is the perfect choice for leisure-conscious cyclists who want to enjoy long hours in the saddle while remaining comfortable and relaxed on the bike. Wide tyres provide comfort, even on potholed country roads, while a longer head tube offers a more relaxed riding position. It was an instant success with the international cycling press, and in addition to receiving an award for 'comfort' from RennRad, it also managed to receive a long list of compliments such as 'excellent comfort', 'confidence-inspiring', 'lively feel' and 'fun' from leading cycling media such as Gran Fondo, Cyclingnews, Cyclingtips and Road.cc. Compared to its SCULPTURE namesake, the ENDURANCE has a more comfort-oriented geometry, ample tyre space and a perfect integration of the latest standards. It sits between the road-oriented SCULTURA on one side and the gravel/adventure SILEX on the other, while the SCULTURA ENDURANCE GR range offers gravel racing-focused options with off-road-ready tyres and flare handlebars.

Features

Lightweight CF3 carbon frame with comfort-oriented geometry and confidence-inspiring handling.
Shimano GRX 2x12-speed groupset.
Tubeless-ready MERIDA wheels.
Flared handlebars for greater control.
Continental Terra Speed ready and fast-rolling tyres on tubeless rims.
Saddle bag with MERIDA multi-tool.

Technical Specifications

Frame

Frame: SCULTURA ENDURANCE CF3 II
Material: carbon
700x35C max./ 700x32C (with fender) max. wheelsize
100x12/ 142x12 mm standard axle
Bottom bracket: Shimano SM-BB72-41B, Pressfit 86.5 mm
Pivot: MERIDA EXPERT TR / MERIDA EXPERT SL, including removable lever, 6/4 mm allen key

Fork

SCULTURA ENDURANCE CF3 disc
Material: carbon
700x35C max. wheelsize

Brakes

Shimano GRX820, Hydraulic disc
Discs: Shimano RT64 160 mm

Cockpit

Headset: MERIDA-VP-8151 w/o crown race
Handlebar stem: MERIDA EXPERT GRII (aluminium), 380 mm(XXS) , 400 mm (XS-S) , 420 mm (M-L) , 440 mm (XL)
Stem: MERIDA EXPERT CW, (aluminium), 31.8 mm diameter, -7° stem angle, 80 mm-XXS, 90 mm-XS, 100 mm-S/M, 110 mm-L, 120 mm-XL
Handlebar tape: MERIDA ROAD Expert
Seatpost: MERIDA EXPERT CC, 27.2 mm diameter, 15 mm setback, Carbon
Seatpost clamp: MERIDA EXPERT
Saddle: MERIDA COMP SL, V-mount, incl. MERIDA minitool

Drivetrain

Front derailleur: Shimano GRX820
Shifters: Shimano GRX820
Shifters: Shimano GRX820
Crankset: Shimano GRX820, 48-31 teeth, 170 mm-XXS/XS/S, 172.5 mm-M/L, 175 mm-XL
Chain: Shimano CN-M6100-12
Sprocket set: Shimano CS-HG710, 11-36 teeth, 12 speed

Wheels

Rims: MERIDA EXPERT SLII
23 mm inner width
25 mm height
Material: aluminium
Tubeless ready (tubeless tape and velvole not included)
Hubs: VP CLK170F / VP CLK270R
Front hub: 100x12 mm, 28 spoke holes, Centerlock
Rear hub: 142x12 mm, 28 spoke holes, Centerlock
Spokes: Double Butted Black stainless
Tyres: Continental Terra Speed ProTection, 700x35C, fold

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Technologies

FLEX-STAY
The profile of the pendants and horizontal stay and the carbon lay-up programme are adapted to function like a flat leaf spring, absorbing surface shocks and reducing vibrations.

X-Taper Headtube
Steering precision is vital to safe and confident handling, and the X-TAPER HEADTUBE allows us to significantly boost this precision. A larger headset diameter at the bottom paired with a smaller one at the top helps to deal with the strains modern riding and equipment can put on the headtube, all without adding unnecessary weight. It allows tapered forks to be fitted with ease and delivers precise and confidence-inspiring steering.

Internal Cable Routing
On the majority of our frames, we run the gear and brake cables and hoses through the frame. The cables enter and exit the frame through smooth sockets, or we use one of our other systems like SMART ENTRY or WIRE PORT to be routed through. Running the cables inside the frame protects them from the elements, gives a clean and neat look and can offer aerodynamic advantages.

DI2 Ready
Shimano's Di2 electronic shifting system offers fast, smooth and reliable shifting. In particular, in the road world, it has proven itself as the primary choice when top performance is at the top of the agenda. With that in mind, we have a broad selection of performance road frames that are Di2 READY and can accommodate the electrical cable, battery and other little tweaks that the system requires.

Nano Matrix Carbon
NANO MATRIX CARBON is a special kind of carbon fibre where we add extremely tiny, nano-scale particles to the resin that binds the individual carbon fibres together. These then work on a molecular level to protect them from damage. It’s so effective that it can actually increase the finished carbon fibre’s impact resistance by up to 40%, allowing us to build stronger and lighter composite frames that result in a faster and tougher bike.

AWS Anti Wrinkle System
This is a method we use to manufacture our carbon fibre frames. First, the carbon fibre that makes up the frame is laid around special formers. We then use a bladder to compress the layers against the outside of the frame mould, giving a smooth and wrinkle-free internal finish, removing any voids in between the layers of carbon that can cause potential weak points, resulting in a stronger, lighter frame.

Disc Cooler
Used on our carbon fibre road and gravel bikes, DISC COOLER is a finned piece of forged aluminium that sits between the brake calliper and frame. The aluminium piece helps to draw heat from the braking system and radiates it away quickly. It reduces the temperatures by up to 35% and helps to keep your brakes working at their best for improved control and performance on long descents and under heavy braking.

Internal Clamp
When every second counts, the smallest of details can make the difference between winning and losing, so we look at every aspect of our frames to make them as sleek as possible. By using a seat post clamping mechanism that secures the post with a wedge inside the frame itself, we minimise the turbulence and potential drag while keeping post height adjustment simple, giving a frame that is more aerodynamic and also better looking.

Removable F-MOUNT
A removable pendant jumper can be fitted for tidier and safer mounting of the rear mudguards, but removed for more mud clearance and a cleaner appearance.

Wire Port
MERIDA designed headsets that enable all control cables from the handlebar to enter the frame through the headset cover, creating a clean and uncluttered look, allowing for a lighter, stronger and more aerodynamic frame structure than with conventional cable ports. Depending on the model, the cables are run completely internally (including the bar and stem) or semi-integrated, where the cables enter the frame underneath the stem.