Trek Marlin 6 Gen 3 Mountain Bike

The Trek Marlin 6 Gen 3 Mountain Bike is designed to enhance your trail riding skills while offering versatility for commuting. With updated frame geometry for better control on descents, a suspension fork for smoothing out rough trails, and integrated rack and kickstand mounts, it's a versatile steed suitable for various riding adventures.

Key Features:

• Updated Frame Geometry: Slacker frame geometry enhances control on descents, improving confidence on the trail.
• Versatile Design: Suitable for both trail riding and commuting, thanks to integrated rack and kickstand mounts.
• Thru-Skew System: Safer, simpler, and stronger rear wheel retention system for enhanced security and easier wheel removal for flat fixes.
• Internal Cable Routing: Protects cables and maintains the bike's sleek appearance while allowing easy addition of a dropper post for confident descending.

Why You'll Love It:

• Modern Mountain Bike Geometry: Confident handling on singletrack trails with versatility for road and bike path use.
• Upgrade Compatibility: Trail-savvy frame design that allows for future upgrades as your riding skills progress.
• Expanded Size Range: With eight different sizes, Marlin ensures a proper fit for every rider, with smart wheel sizing for optimal performance.
• Thru-Skew Rear Axle: Better wheel retention and alignment, ensuring a secure ride even on challenging trails.

Specifications:

Frameset:

• Frame: Alpha Silver Aluminum with internal derailleur and dropper post routing, rack and kickstand mount, ThruSkew rear axle
• Fork: SR Suntour XCT 30 with coil spring, preload adjustment, hydraulic lockout, 80-100mm travel (depending on size)

Wheels:

• Hub Front: Formula DC-20 alloy, 6-bolt, 100mm ThruSkew
• Hub Rear: Formula DC-22 alloy, 6-bolt, Shimano 8/9/10 freehub, 135x5mm QR
• Skewer Rear: Bontrager Switch thru axle (XXS-XXL)
• Rim: Bontrager Kovee double-wall alloy, Tubeless Ready, 28-hole, 23mm width
• Tire: Bontrager XT3 Comp wire bead, 26x2.35" (XXS), 27.5x2.40" (XS, S), 29x2.40" (M-XXL)

Drivetrain:

• Shifter: Shimano Deore M4100, 10-speed
• Rear Derailleur: Shimano Deore M5120, long cage
• Crank: Prowheel C10Y-NW, 30T steel narrow-wide ring, 160mm length (XXS), 170mm length (XS-XXL)
• Cassette: Shimano Deore M4100, 11-46T, 10-speed
• Chain: KMC X10, 10-speed

Components:

• Saddle: Bontrager Arvada with steel rails
• Seatpost: Bontrager alloy, 31.6mm diameter, varying lengths based on size
• Handlebar: Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm diameter, varying rises and widths based on size
• Grips: Bontrager XR Endurance Comp, lock-on
• Stem: Bontrager Comp alloy, 31.8mm diameter, varying lengths based on size
• Headset: Semi-integrated, 1-1/8"
• Brake: Tektro HD-M275 hydraulic disc with 180mm rotor (front) and 160mm rotor (rear)

Weight:

• Weight: M - 14.80 kg / 32.63 lbs
• Weight Limit: Maximum total weight limit of 300 pounds (136 kg) for bicycle, rider, and cargo.

The Trek Marlin 6 Gen 3 Mountain Bike offers an ideal combination of trail-ready performance and upgrade compatibility, making it suitable for riders looking to progress their skills on the trails while also enjoying versatile commuting options. With its modern geometry, Thru-Skew system, and integrated rack and kickstand mounts, it's a bike designed to grow with you as you tackle bigger trails and tougher features.

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