The 1997 Merlin XL is a 20 pound a cyclocross/cyclocross bike with a titatium frame. The frame has a brushed finish. The XL 1997 is a is a light bike at around 20 pounds. It was released in 1997 and costs $4,100 brand new. The XL 1997 is fully rigid.
Components
The XL 1997 comes with Shimano 600 Ultegra/Deore XT components, including a TTT Synthesis stem, a Shimano headset and dual-control Shimano 600 Ultegra STI shifters.
Drivetrain
The XL 1997 has 8 speeds and has a Shimano Deore XT derailleur.
Wheels
It comes with Ritchey Alfa Bite tires (622mm x 35mm) and Mavic T rims.