Originally Posted by
nyohohoho
Thank you for the input. I am also looking at the same bike, and will take your suggestions in mind.
I actually collected some test data and it is a super stiff bike, which matches your description.
By the way, how does Merida Team SL integrated cockpit feel?
The Merida Team SL cockpit is just fine! Not too stiff and very compliant with the rest of the top parts of the frame ( head tube, top tube, seat post). The stiff parts that you can count on when pushing forward and out of the saddle are at the bottom (BB, Chain stays, seat stays) Don't get tempted to buy the Vision Metron 5D cockpit, in my opinion it serves nothing on the Scultura. It's made for the Reacto and serves aero purposes as this frame is made for. The Merida Team SL integrated cockpit is a top match for the Scultura (.. and the same as the pro team uses, despite the FSA or Vision stickers on it!) Just make sure you order the right dimension. (I have the S size frame and opted for the 90x400mm cockpit for a perfect bike fit.)