Disc brake showdown: Merida Scultura vs Cannondale SuperSix Evo HiMod vs BMC Roadmachine

We test the Merida Scultura, the Cannondale SuperSix Evo and the BMC Roadmachine and find out which is the ultimate disc brake bike

The three bikes on test here represent the latest in the world of disc brake machines. We put each to the test on long climbs and even longer descents in the mountains to crown a worth champion.

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Oliver Bridgewood - no, Doctor Oliver Bridgewood - is a PhD Chemist who discovered a love of cycling. He enjoys racing time trials, hill climbs, road races and criteriums. During his time at Cycling Weekly, he worked predominantly within the tech team, also utilising his science background to produce insightful fitness articles, before moving to an entirely video-focused role heading up the Cycling Weekly YouTube channel, where his feature-length documentary 'Project 49' was his crowning glory.