Trek Marlin 8 Gen 2 2023
2023 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,199$
Weight | 13.2 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 80mm -
Fork RockShox Judy Silver TK
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Groupset SX Eagle -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Size: XXS, XS, S, Alpha Silver Aluminum, curved top tube, internal routing, chainstay disc brake mount, rack and kickstand mount, 135x5mm QR; Size: M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Alpha Silver Aluminum, internal routing, chainstay disc brake mount, rack and kickstand mount, 135x5mm QR
Suspension Fork
Size: XXS, XS, RockShox Judy Silver, Solo Air spring, rebound adjust, TurnKey hydraulic lockout, 42mm offset for 27.5'' wheel, 100mm QR, 80mm travel; Size: S, RockShox Judy Silver, Solo Air spring, rebound adjust, TurnKey hydraulic lockout, 42mm offset for 27.5'' wheel, 100mm QR, 100mm travel; Size: M, ML, L, XL, XXL, RockShox Judy Silver, Solo Air spring, rebound adjust, TurnKey hydraulic lockout, 46mm offset for 29'' wheel, 100mm QR, 100mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM SX Eagle
Shift Levers
SRAM SX Eagle, 12 speed
Cassette
SRAM PG-1210 Eagle, 11-50, 12 speed
Crank
Size: XXS, SRAM SX Eagle, 30T steel ring, 49mm chainline, 155mm length; Size: XS, S, M, SRAM SX Eagle, 30T steel ring, 49mm chainline, 170mm length; Size: ML, L, XL, XXL, SRAM SX Eagle, 30T steel ring, 49mm chainline, 175mm length
Bottom Bracket
Truvativ Powerspline, 73mm, threaded cartridge, 118mm spindle
Chain
SRAM SX Eagle, 12 speed
Pedals
VP-536 nylon platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula DC-20 LW, alloy, 6-bolt, 5x100mm QR
Rear Hub
Formula DC-22LW, 6-bolt, Shimano 8/9/10 freehub, 135x5mm QR
Rims
Size: XXS, XS, S, M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Bontrager Kovee, double-wall, Tubeless Ready, 28-hole, 23mm width, Presta valve; Size: M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Bontrager Kovee, double-wall, Tubeless Ready, 32-hole, 23mm width, Presta valve
Tires
Size: XXS, Maxxis Ardent, tubeless ready, EXO casing, folding bead, 60tpi, 26x2.40''; Size: XS, S, Maxxis Ardent Race, tubeless, EXO casing, folding bead, 60tpi, 27.5x2.35''; Size: M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Maxxis Ardent Race, tubeless, EXO casing, folding bead, 60tpi, 29x2.35''; Size: M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Maxxis Ardent Race, tubeless, EXO casing, folding bead, 60tpi, 29x2.20''
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc
Cockpit
Stem
Size: XXS, Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 35mm length; Size: XXS, XS, Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 50mm length; Size: S, Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 60mm length; Size: M, Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 70mm length; Size: ML, L, Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 80mm length; Size: XL, XXL, Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 90mm length
Handlebar
Size: XXS, XS, Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 5mm rise, 690mm width; Size: S, M, ML, L, XL, XXL, Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 5mm rise, 720mm width
Grips
Bontrager XR Trail Comp, nylon lock-on
Headset
Semi-integrated, 1-1/8''
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Arvada, steel rails, 138mm width
Seatpost
Size: XXS, Bontrager alloy, 31.6mm, 12mm offset, 300mm length; Size: XS, S, M, Bontrager alloy, 31.6mm, 12mm offset, 330mm length; Size: ML, L, XL, XXL, Bontrager alloy, 31.6mm, 12mm offset, 400mm length
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 13.5" | 13.5" | 15.5" | 17.5" | 18.5" | 19.5" | 21.5" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.52 mm | 1.51 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.36 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 286 mm | 292 mm | 302 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm |
| Front Center | 616 mm | 618 mm | 632 mm | 668 mm | 684 mm | 705 mm | 727 mm |
| Rake | 41 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 85 mm | 88 mm | 88 mm | 93 mm | 93 mm | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Stack | 560 mm | 559 mm | 568 mm | 596 mm | 596 mm | 605 mm | 624 mm |
| Reach | 369 mm | 370 mm | 379 mm | 412 mm | 428 mm | 445 mm | 460 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 538 mm | 538 mm | 549 mm | 596 mm | 612 mm | 632 mm | 653 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.4 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 343 mm | 343 mm | 368 mm | 419 mm | 444 mm | 470 mm | 521 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.1 ° | 69.3 ° | 69.3 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 90 mm | 90 mm | 90 mm | 90 mm | 100 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1042 mm | 1043 mm | 1060 mm | 1094 mm | 1110 mm | 1131 mm | 1153 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 57 mm | 58 mm | 48 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm |
| Standover Height | 646 mm | 652 mm | 680 mm | 742 mm | 752 mm | 751 mm | 763 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 27" | 27" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
About this model
Marlin 8 Gen 2 is a Trek Marlin model. There are 90 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Trek Marlin bikes models from 2023, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Trek Marlin 4 Gen 2 2023 is the cheapest bike model and costs 529$. Trek Marlin 8 Gen 3 2023 is the most expensive one and costs 1299$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Crosscountry bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
When Trek released this model in 2023, its price was 1199$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Marlin 8 Gen 2 price is 58.88% smaller than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Crosscountry bike, we get 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
Trek Marlin 8 Gen 2 it’s weighing 13.2 kg (29.1 lbs). At this weight, is a bit heavier than average. In conclusion, the average Crosscountry bike weighs 6.45% less than Marlin 8 Gen 2.
Internal Cable Routing
Moreover, this bike comes with internal cable routing allowing you to keep the cables in a good condition. It also makes it look more professional.
Marlin 8 Gen 2 components
Fork
The Marlin 8 Gen 2 comes factory-installed with the RockShox Judy Silver TK fork. This has a travel range of 80mm. 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
The wheels on Marlin 8 Gen 2 are the 26″ aluminum type. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, they provide less traction than 29″ wheels do.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Trek Marlin 8 Gen 2 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.