Trek Marlin 7 2017
2017 Mountain
Estimate price |
829$
Weight | 14.35 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" / 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox 30 Silver TK
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Groupset Acera, Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alpha Silver Aluminum w/semi-integrated head tube, rack & fender mounts, G2 Geometry on 29ers
Suspension Fork
RockShox 30, coil spring, preload, TurnKey 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
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus M370, 9 speed
Cassette
Shimano HG20, 11-34, 9 speed
Crank
Shimano M351, 44/32/22
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge
Chain
KMC X9
Pedals
Wellgo 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 M285 hydraulic disc
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 7mm rise, Blendr compatible
Handlebar
Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 15mm rise
Grips
Bontrager Race
Headset
1-1/8" threadless, semi-integrated, semi-cartridge bearings
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Evoke 1.5
Seatpost
Bontrager SSR, 2-bolt head, 27.2mm, 12mm offset
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 13.5" | 15.5" | 17.5" | 18.5" | 19.5" | 21.5" | 23" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.62 mm | 1.54 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.32 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 306 mm | 306 mm | 316 mm | 316 mm | 316 mm | 316 mm | 316 mm |
| Front Center | 600 mm | 632 mm | 676 mm | 688 mm | 704 mm | 725 mm | 739 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 44 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 89 mm | 87 mm | 85 mm | 83 mm | 83 mm | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Stack | 559 mm | 579 mm | 594 mm | 595 mm | 595 mm | 614 mm | 614 mm |
| Reach | 346 mm | 375 mm | 407 mm | 422 mm | 438 mm | 452 mm | 466 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 519 mm | 554 mm | 596 mm | 614 mm | 633 mm | 653 mm | 667 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.3 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 343 mm | 394 mm | 419 mm | 444 mm | 470 mm | 521 mm | 559 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 69.3 ° | 69.3 ° | 69.6 ° | 69.6 ° | 69.6 ° | 69.6 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 432 mm | 432 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1027 mm | 1060 mm | 1110 mm | 1122 mm | 1138 mm | 1159 mm | 1173 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 48 mm | 48 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm |
| Standover Height | 654 mm | 739 mm | 759 mm | 771 mm | 783 mm | 819 mm | 842 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
About this model
Marlin 7 completes the Trek Marlin model. There are 90 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Trek Marlin bikes models from 2017, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Trek Marlin 4 2017 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 439$. On the other hand, Trek Marlin 7 2017, is the most expensive and costs 829$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
At the moment of the release date, Trek Marlin 7 price was 829$. Comparing the average cost of a Crosscountry bike to this one, you will see that Marlin 7 price is 129.79% 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.
Marlin 7 weighs 14.35 kg (31.64 lbs) and is much heavier than the average. To sum up, it’s 15.73% heavier than the average weight of Crosscountry bikes.
Marlin 7 components
Fork
The Marlin 7 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. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels size
The Marlin 7 2017 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Marlin 7 has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.