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Snag Marlin Gen 3 for the trail-taming geometry and features or opt for Marlin Gen 2 for a classic XC ride at a more pocket-friendly price.
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Load up. Or not.
Whether you're after a lightweight singletrack shredder or sticking to the pavement on your commute to work, Marlin is compatible with all the gear you need to have a great ride.
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Expanded size range
With 8 different sizes, the Marlin has a bike made to fit every rider. Each frame is equipped with smart wheel sizing, with XXS frames rolling on 26" wheels, and wheel sizes increasing proportionally along with frame sizes, so every rider gets the fit they need.
Trail-ready, Upgrade-ready
The secret to Marlin's popularity is a real trail-savvy mountain bike frame that's upgrade-compatible, so it can grow with you as you take on bigger trails and tougher features.
Roll stronger with Thru Skew
Goodbye open dropouts. The Thru Skewer is a better, stronger, more precisely aligned rear wheel retention system that keeps your wheel more secure than quick-release skewers while still using the standard 135 mm rear hub spacing.
Upgrade your pedals and love your bike more
Pedals are two of the five touchpoints that connect you with your bike, and even though this bike comes with a pair, upgrading to pedals that boost control and grip will greatly improve your ride. See the pedal guide and find the best pedals for your riding style. We recommend flat pedals for simple versatility.
Rear kickstand mount
Chainstay mounts make it easy to install a rear kickstand that stays out of your way and supports bikes of all sizes. No more laying or leaning.
Suspension lockout
Locked suspension means your fork remains inactive, increasing pedalling efficiency. Perfect for extended road sections where efficiency is more important than bump absorption.
Rack mounts
Going for a long ride? Rack mounts make carrying accessories a breeze.
Internal cable routing
We route shift and brake cables through the frame to keep things clean and simple. And it looks great, too.
| Frame | Alpha Silver Aluminum, internal derailleur & dropper post routing, rack and kickstand mount, 135x5mm ThruSkew |
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| *Fork |
Size:
S RockShox Judy Silver, Solo Air spring, rebound adjust, TurnKey hydraulic lockout, 42 mm offset for 27.5" wheel, 100 mm QR, 100 mm travel |
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Size:
M , ML , L , XL RockShox Judy Silver, Solo Air spring, rebound adjust, TurnKey hydraulic lockout, 46 mm offset for 29" wheel, 100 mm QR, 100 mm travel |
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| Max compatible fork travel | 120mm, XXS: 80mm |
| Hub front | Formula DC-20 LW, alloy, 6-bolt, 5x100 mm QR |
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| Hub rear | Formula DC-22LW, 6-bolt, Shimano 8/9/10 freehub, 135x5 mm QR |
| Skewer rear | Bontrager Switch thru axle |
| *Rim |
Size:
S Bontrager Kovee, double-wall, Tubeless Ready, 28-hole, 23 mm width, Presta valve |
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Size:
M , ML , L , XL Bontrager Kovee, double-wall, Tubeless-Ready, 28-hole, 23 mm width, Presta valve |
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| *Tyre |
Size:
S Maxxis Ardent, tubeless ready, EXO casing, folding bead, 60tpi, 27.5x2.40" |
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Size:
M , ML , L , XL Maxxis Ardent, tubeless ready, EXO casing, folding bead, 60tpi, 29x2.40" |
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| Max tyre size | Frame: 29x2.40" (XXS: 26x2.40", XS & S: 27.5x2.40"), Fork: See manufacturer |
| Shifter | SRAM SX Eagle, 12-speed |
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| Rear derailleur | SRAM SX Eagle |
| *Crank |
Size:
S , M SRAM SX Eagle, 30T steel ring, 49 mm chainline, 170 mm length |
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Size:
ML , L , XL SRAM SX Eagle, 30T steel ring, 49 mm chainline, 175 mm length |
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| Bottom bracket | Truvativ Powerspline, 73 mm, threaded cartridge, 118 mm spindle |
| Cassette | SRAM PG-1210 Eagle, 11-50, 12-speed |
| Chain | SRAM SX Eagle, 12-speed |
| Pedal | VP-536 nylon platform |
| Max. chainring size | 1x: 34T, 2x: 36/22 |
| Saddle | Bontrager Arvada, steel rails, 138 mm width |
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| *Seatpost |
Size:
S TranzX JD-YSP18, 100 mm travel, internal routing, 31.6 mm, 361 mm length |
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Size:
M TranzX JD-YSP18, 130mm travel, internal routing, 31.6 mm, 425 mm length |
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Size:
ML , L , XL TranzX JD-YSP18, 150 mm travel, internal routing, 31.6 mm, 470 mm length |
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| *Handlebar |
Size:
S Bontrager alloy, 31.8 mm, 15 mm rise, 720 mm width |
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Size:
M , ML , L , XL Bontrager alloy, 31.8 mm, 15 mm rise, 750 mm width |
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| Grips | Bontrager XR Trail Comp, nylon lock-on |
| *Stem |
Size:
S Bontrager alloy, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 35 mm length |
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Size:
M , ML , L Bontrager alloy, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 50 mm length |
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Size:
XL Bontrager alloy, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 60 mm length |
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| Head set | Semi-integrated, 1-1/8" |
| Brake | Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc |
| *Brake rotor |
Size:
S , M , ML , L , XL Shimano RT26, 6-bolt,160 mm |
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Size:
M , ML , L , XL Shimano RT26, 6-bolt,180 mm |
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| Brake Set | Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc |
| Rotor size | Max brake rotor sizes - Frame: 180mm (XXS: 160mm), Fork: see fork manufacturer |
| Weight | M – 14.29 kg/31.51 lbs |
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| Weight limit | This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider and cargo) of 136 kg (300 lbs). |