2026 Merida Reacto 6000 – Dark Race Red (Gunmetal Grey decals)
The Best Value Aero Road Bike on the Market – Again.
When it comes to aero road bikes, the 2026 Merida Reacto 6000 is, in our opinion, untouchable for value. For the low price point, you’re getting a complete race-ready package that blends WorldTour-proven aerodynamics, electronic shifting, and full carbon wheels – features usually reserved for bikes thousands of pounds more.
Key Highlights:
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Aero-optimised CF3 lightweight carbon frameset (approx. 1,150g in size M) with ProTour geometry
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Shimano 105 Di2 24-speed electronic groupset for flawless, instant shifting
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Vision SC60 carbon wheelset – deep-section performance straight out of the box
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Shimano 105 hydraulic disc brakes – powerful, reliable braking in all conditions
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Continental Grand Sport Race 28c tyres – fast rolling and confidence-inspiring
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Merida S-Flex seatpost – carbon comfort with aero styling
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Disc Cooler technology – up to 35% cooler braking for consistent performance
Performance That Speaks for Itself
The Reacto has long been a benchmark in aero road bike design. By using Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and wind-tunnel modelling, Merida refined every angle and surface to claw back the aerodynamic edge – from hidden disc calipers with CNC’d cooling fins, to new bolt-through axle designs that reduce drag. The result? The CF5 frame requires just 209 watts to maintain 45 km/h – proving just how efficient the Reacto platform really is.
The wider 28c tyres bring increased comfort without sacrificing speed, thanks to Merida’s clever re-engineering. Small details, huge differences – it’s why Cycling Weekly hailed the Reacto as “without doubt one of the most complete bikes available on the market,” while Cyclingnews called it “an utterly brilliant and faultless machine.”
Why This Bike?
If you’re looking for pro-level performance without the pro-level price tag, the 2026 Reacto 6000 is the smart choice. Electronic shifting, deep-section carbon wheels, and a fully aero carbon frameset – this is a bike designed to race, climb, and cruise at speed with absolute efficiency.
đź’Ą Simply put: no other bike at this price delivers more.