Trek Marlin 7 Women’s 2019
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 27.5" / 29"
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Travel Front 100mm
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Fork RockShox 30 Silver TK
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Groupset Acera, Altus
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Suspension Hardtail
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Drivetrain 3 × 9
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Recommended size guide.
XS
137cm - 155cm
SM
153cm - 163cm
MD
160cm - 172cm
MD/LG
170cm - 179cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alpha Silver Aluminum, internal routing, chainstay disc brake mount, rack and kickstand mount, 135x5mm QR (lower standover on 13.5" and 15.5" sizes)
Suspension Fork
RockShox XC 30, coil spring, preload, TurnKey hydraulic lockout, G2 Geometry w/51mm offset on 29ers, 100mm travel (13.5: 80mm travel)
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera M3000, Shadow
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus M2000
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus M2000, 9 speed
Cassette
Shimano HG200, 11-34, 9 speed
Crank
Shimano MT100, 40/30/22
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge, 73mm
Chain
KMC X9
Pedals
VP-536 nylon platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula DC20 alloy
Rear Hub
Formula DC22 alloy
Rims
Bontrager Connection 32-hole double-walled
Tires
Bontrager XR2, 29x2.20? front, 29x2.00? rear (13.5 & 15.5: 27.5x2.20?)
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro HD-275 hydraulic disc (13.5 & 15.5: Tektro HD-276 short reach lever)
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 7 degree, Blendr compatible
Handlebar
Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 5mm rise, 720mm width (13.5, 15.5: 690mm width)
Grips
Bontrager XR Trail Comp, nylon lock-on
Headset
1-1/8? threadless, semi-integrated, semi-cartridge bearings
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Ajna 1 Women's
Seatpost
Bontrager alloy, 2-bolt head, 31.6mm, 12mm offset
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | MD/LG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.51 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.38 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 292 mm | 302 mm | 311 mm | 311 mm |
| Front Center | 618 mm | 632 mm | 677 mm | 693 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 85 mm | 85 mm | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Stack | 559 mm | 568 mm | 592 mm | 592 mm |
| Reach | 370 mm | 379 mm | 412 mm | 428 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 537 mm | 549 mm | 589 mm | 605 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 343 mm | 368 mm | 419 mm | 444 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 90 mm | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1043 mm | 1060 mm | 1103 mm | 1119 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 58 mm | 48 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm |
| Standover Height | 662 mm | 683 mm | 737 mm | 744 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 137 cm | 153 cm | 160 cm | 170 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 155 cm | 163 cm | 172 cm | 179 cm |
About this model
Marlin 7 Women’s is part of the Trek Marlin model. There are 90 bikes that carry this model name. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2019, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Trek Marlin 4 2019 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 469$. Trek Marlin 7 2019 on the other hand costs 789$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, even though the average price of a Crosscountry bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 789$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 141.44% lower.
Average weight for Crosscountry bikes
Crosscountry bikes weigh an average of 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
considerably heavier than average, Marlin 7 Women’s has a weight of 13.65 kg (30.09 lbs). In short, the average Crosscountry bike weight is 10.08% lower than this one.
Internal Cable Routing
Another thing to mention, is the internal cable routing of this bike. In conclusion, this helps you too, keep the bike cables in mint condition, and also it looks better. No more cables, surrounding the bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The Marlin 7 Women’s comes factory-installed with the RockShox 30 Silver TK fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Marlin 7 Women’s model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Trek Marlin 7 Women’s is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 137 cm – 179 cm (4.49 ft – 5.87 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.
