The Merida Silex 4000 is built for the spirit of adventure, whether youre tackling gravel paths, heading into the hills, or loading up for bikepacking trips. Unlike bikes adapted from road or cyclocross designs, the Silex was developed from the ground up with modern MTB-inspired geometry. A long top tube, short stem, and slack head angle create stable, confidence-inspiring handling on loose ground, while still keeping the bike nimble for technical sections.Key Features:CF2 carbon frame, gravel geometry, clearance up to 45c tyresMerida Silex II carbon fork with tapered steererShimano GRX400 2x10-speed gravel drivetrainShimano GRX400 hydraulic disc brakes with 180mm rotorsReynolds G30 wheels with Shimano hubsMaxxis Rambler 700x45c tyres with gravel treadMultiple mounting points for bottles, racks and accessoriesAvailable with 0% APR financeThe CF2 carbon frame balances stiffness and comfort, while offering tyre clearance up to 45mm (or 42mm with mudguards) for wide gravel tyres that can