Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 140mm -
Fork Marzocchi Bomber Z2
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Groupset Deore, Race Face -
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, SRAM-UDH Hanger
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 / Shimano Deore M6100
Cassette
Shimano Deore M6100, 10-51 teeth, 12 speed
Crank
Race Face Ride, 32 teeth, 170 mm-S, 175 mm-M up
Bottom Bracket
Race Face BSA 68/73 – 24mm
Chain
KMC X12
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano MT400-B / Shimano MT410-B, 110x15mm width front hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock, 148x12mm width rear hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock
Rear Hub
Shimano MT400-B / Shimano MT410-B, 110x15mm width front hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock, 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)
Tires
Front: Maxxis Dissector, 29x2.4", fold, TR EXO Dual, Rear: Maxxis Dissector, 29x2.4", fold, TR EXO Dual
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M4100, 2 piston
Cockpit
Stem
MERIDA EXPERT TR, material: aluminium, 35mm diameter, 0° stem angle, 50 mm
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" |
Model Overview
BIG TRAIL 600 is a Merida Big Trail model. There are 4 bikes that carry this model name. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2023, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Merida BIG TRAIL 400 2023 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 1460$. On the other hand, Merida BIG TRAIL 700 2023, is the most expensive and costs 2676$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Trail bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 2068$. Comparing the average cost of a Trail bike to this one, you will see that BIG TRAIL 600 price is 33.56% smaller.
BIG TRAIL 600 components
Fork
The Marzocchi Bomber Z2 is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 140mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels
The BIG TRAIL 600 2023 bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Merida BIG TRAIL 600 is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Dropper post
Merida BIG TRAIL 600 includes a dropper post. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.