I reviewed Merida’s One-Twenty 700 last year at the launch event which included the EX Enduro on Exmoor, and I’d been impressed with its all-round capability. Merida has recently sent us the 600 version to review, which is £600 cheaper than the 700, with an asking price of £2,500. Using the same frame and rear shock, compromises have had to be made to achieve the price reduction, however, Merida has still managed to put together an excellent overall package that belies its relatively low asking price. The 600 is still a short travel trail ripper and has proved to be more than capable on my local trails.
