Velopedia Bicycle Archive

2001 Merlin Century (02)

Road race & triathlon bicycle from the Velopedia specification archive.

Original MSRP
$5,350.00
Sizes
51cm, 53cm, 55cm, 57cm, 59cm, 61cm
Colors
Signature Satin Finish
Archive ID
91180

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Frameset

Frame ConstructionTIG-welded
Frame MaterialMTS size-specific 3AL/2.5V tubing
ForkSilk Road Carbon, 0.6" travel
Fork MaterialCarbon fiber composite, aero crown
Rear ShockMerlin proprietary pivotless rear suspension, 1.0" travel

Drivetrain

Component GroupCampagnolo Record 10 Speed
ShiftersCampagnolo Record Ergo
Front DerailleurCampagnolo Record, bottom-pull/clamp-on 35.0mm
Rear DerailleurCampagnolo Record
CranksetCampagnolo Record, 39/53 teeth
Bottom BracketCampagnolo Record, 102mm spindle
BB Shell Width68mm English
Rear Cogs10-speed, Buyer's choice of gearing
ChainCampagnolo Record, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesCampagnolo Record dual pivot brakes, Campagnolo Record Ergo levers

Cockpit & Contact Points

HeadsetCannondale oversize Cannondale HeadShok SI
HandlebarITM Millennium
Handlebar ExtensionsN/A
StemCannondale HeadShok SI
SaddleSelle San Marco Era
SeatpostThomson Elite, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & Tires

HubsCampagnolo Record
RimsMavic Open Pro, 32-hole
SpokesWheelsmith stainless steel, 1.8mm double-butted
Spoke NipplesAlloy nipples
Front Tire700 x 23c Hutchinson Carbon Comp
Wheel Size700c wheels

Specifications are presented as a reference. Components may vary by market, size, production run, or later manufacturer revisions.

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