Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame aluminium -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 140mm -
Fork Marzocchi Bomber Z2
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Groupset Deore, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
BIG.TRAIL TFS, material: aluminium, 29x2.5" max. wheelsize, 148x12mm axle standard, BSA bottom bracket standard
Suspension Fork
Marzocchi Z2, Air, 140mm suspension travel, Tapered, 44mm fork offset, 29x2.6" max. wheelsize
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore M6100 Shadow+, SGS
Shift Levers
Shimano SL -MT500-IL
Cassette
Shimano Deore M6100, 10-51 teeth, 12 speed
Crank
Race Face Ride, 32 teeth, 170 mm-S, 175 mm-M up
Bottom Bracket
BSA, 73mm, threaded
Chain
KMC X12
Chain Guide
Mr. Control CH-CM1
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano MT400-B, 110x15mm width front hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock
Rear Hub
Shimano MT410-B, 148x12mm width rear hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock
Rims
MERIDA EXPERT TR, 29mm inner width, material: aluminium, Tubeless ready (tubeless tape and valves not included)
Spokes
Black stainless
Tires
Maxxis Dissector, 29x2.4", fold, TR EXO Dual
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M4100, 2 piston
Disk Rotors
Shimano RT10, 180 mm
Cockpit
Handlebar
MERIDA EXPERT TR, material: aluminium, 780mm width, 20mm rise
Headset
MERIDA M2331
Seat
Saddle
MERIDA COMP SL, V-mount, incl. MERIDA minitool
Seatpost
MERIDA COMP TR, 30.9mm diameter, 0mm setback, S: 125mm travel seatpost - M/L: 150mm travel seatpost - XL/XXL 175mm travel seatpost
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.54 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.32 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 308 mm | 308 mm | 308 mm | 308 mm | 308 mm |
| Front Center | 723 mm | 745 mm | 769 mm | 793 mm | 818 mm |
| Rake | 41 mm | 41 mm | 41 mm | 41 mm | 41 mm |
| Trail | 126 mm | 126 mm | 126 mm | 126 mm | 126 mm |
| Stack | 633 mm | 638 mm | 647 mm | 656 mm | 656 mm |
| Reach | 412 mm | 432 mm | 452 mm | 472 mm | 497 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 576 mm | 597 mm | 619 mm | 642 mm | 667 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.5 ° | 75.5 ° | 75.5 ° | 75.5 ° | 75.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 410 mm | 430 mm | 450 mm | 470 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 65.5 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1147 mm | 1169 mm | 1193 mm | 1217 mm | 1242 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 66 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm |
| Standover Height | 713 mm | 720 mm | 722 mm | 725 mm | 727 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
About this model
BIG.TRAIL 600 is part of the Merida Bigtrail model. 20 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Merida Bigtrail bikes models from 2022, here.
Model range prices
Merida BIG.TRAIL 200 2022 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 891$. Merida BIG.TRAIL 700 2022 on the other hand costs 2165$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Trail bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Trail bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2762$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Trail bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 1592$. Comparing this to the average Trail bike price, we see that the price is 73.49% smaller.
Overview of components
Fork
The BIG.TRAIL 600 comes factory-installed with the Marzocchi Bomber Z2 fork. This has a travel range of 140mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels size
The BIG.TRAIL 600 2022 bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Merida BIG.TRAIL 600 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Dropper post
Merida BIG.TRAIL 600 comes with a dropper post. If used correctly, a dropper post gives you more faith, maneuverability, and greater control over your bike.