Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Groupset X4, Altus -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
6061 T6 aluminum, butted & hydroformed tubing, cold-forged dropouts & bottom bracket, G2 29" Geometry
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X.4
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus
Shift Levers
SRAM X.4, 8 speed
Cassette
SRAM PG-820 11-32, 8 speed
Crank
Shimano Altus, 42/32/22
Pedals
Wellgo ATB, boron axle, alloy cage
Wheels
Rims
Formula DC20 front hub, Shimano M475 rear hub; Bontrager Ranger Disc 32-hole rims
Tires
Bontrager 29-2, 29x2.1"
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Novela mechanical disc brakes, 6-bolt; 160mm rotors
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Approved
Handlebar
Bontrager Approved Big Sweep, 15 degree sweep
Headset
1-1/8" threadless, semi-integrated, semi-cartridge bearings
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Evoke 1
Seatpost
Bontrager SSR, 27.2mm, 20mm offset
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15.5" | 17.5" | 19" | 21" |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
About this model
Marlin is a Trek Marlin model. Trek launched 90 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2011, by clicking on this link.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
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Marlin components
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Marlin model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. 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 is equipped with Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.