Merida BIG.TRAIL 400 2021
2021 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,506$
Weight | 14.25 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 140mm -
Fork SunTour XCR 34
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Groupset Deore -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 10 -
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
Suntour XCR34 LOR, Air, 140mm suspension travel, Tapered, lockout, 51mm fork offset, 29x2.4" max. wheelsize
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore M5120 Shadow+, SGS
Shift Levers
Shimano SL -MT500-L / Shimano Deore M4100
Cassette
Shimano Deore M4100, 11-46 teeth, 10 speed
Crank
Shimano Deore M5100, 32 teeth
Bottom Bracket
BSA, 73mm, threaded
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano MT400-B, 110x15mm width front hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock, 148x12mm width rear hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock
Rear Hub
Shimano MT400-B, 110x15mm width front hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock, 148x12mm width rear hub, 32 spoke holes, Centerlock
Rims
MERIDA COMP TR, 29mm inner width, material: aluminium, Tubeless ready (tubeless tape and valves not included)
Tires
Kenda Regolith, 29x2.4", wire
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro M275, 2 piston
Disk Rotors
Shimano RT10, 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
MERIDA COMP CC, material: aluminium, 31.8mm diameter, 7° stem angle
Handlebar
MERIDA EXPERT CC, material: aluminium, 740mm width, 10mm rise
Headset
MERIDA M2345
Seat
Saddle
MERIDA COMP CC
Seatpost
MERIDA COMP TR, 30.9mm diameter, 0mm setback, S: 125mm travel seatpost - M/L/XL: 150mm 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 | 779 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
BIG.TRAIL 400 is a Merida Bigtrail model. Merida launched 20 bikes of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2021 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Merida BIG.TRAIL 200 2021 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 827$. On the other hand, Merida BIG.TRAIL 600 2021, is the most expensive and costs 2007$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Trail bikes
If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
At the moment of the release date, Merida BIG.TRAIL 400 price was 1368$. Comparing this to the average Trail bike price, we see that the price is 101.9% lower.
Trail bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Trail bike, we get 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
With a weight of 14.25 kg (31.42 lbs), Merida bike is a bit heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 9.78% heavier than the average weight of Trail bikes.
Overview of components
Fork
The SunTour XCR 34 is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 140mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Merida BIG.TRAIL 400 2021, has a 29″ aluminum model. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Merida BIG.TRAIL 400 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Dropper post
Every bike should have a dropper post, and this one does. If used correctly, a dropper post gives you more faith, maneuverability, and greater control over your bike.