Merida combines German design and engineering with Taiwanese production expertise to create a wide range of high-quality bikes that provide outstanding value for money. The eBig.Nine is a great bike for commuting when you’ve got the odd offroad path to tackle. It provides the best value for money in its class with the Shimano STEPS 6000 system and a big 500Wh battery and 11-speed Shimano Deore XT gears.