Description
The Trek Marlin 7 Gen 2 Mountain Bike is designed for riders who are new to the trail but have serious aspirations for singletrack adventures. With a focus on versatility and race-worthy performance, this bike features upgraded components, including a smooth RockShox Judy fork, Shimano hydraulic disc brakes, and a simple 1x drivetrain.
Key Features:
- Race-Worthy Performance: Designed for cross-country riding, the Marlin 7 is equipped with a lightweight RockShox Judy fork, providing smooth suspension and precise handling.
- Upgraded Components: Features Shimano hydraulic disc brakes for reliable stopping power and a simple 1x drivetrain for less clutter and easier operation.
- Internal Cable Routing: Provides a clean aesthetic while protecting shift and brake cables from dirt and debris, enhancing the bike's durability.
- Versatile Design: Rear rack mounts allow for commuting use, while the bike's race-worthy performance makes it suitable for big trail adventures and XC races.
Why You'll Love It:
- Value and Versatility: Popular for its value and versatility, the Marlin 7 offers race-worthy performance with rear rack mounts for commuting convenience.
- Fun to Ride: Provides a thrilling riding experience, comparable to more expensive mountain bikes.
- Great Suspension: The RockShox Judy fork delivers excellent suspension performance at an affordable price point.
- Simple 1x Drivetrain: Offers all the gears you need without unnecessary complexity, ideal for both climbing and descending.
Specifications:
Frameset:
- Frame: Alpha Silver Aluminum with internal routing, chainstay disc brake mount, rack and kickstand mount
- Fork: RockShox Judy with coil spring, preload adjustment, TurnKey lockout, 80-100mm travel (depending on size)
Wheels:
- Hub Front: Formula DC-20 alloy, 6-bolt, 5x100mm QR
- Hub Rear: Formula DC-22 alloy, 6-bolt, Shimano 8/9/10 freehub, 135x5mm QR
- Rim: Bontrager Connection double-wall alloy, 32-hole, 20mm width
- Tire: Bontrager XR2 Comp wire bead, 27.5x2.20" (XS, S), 29x2.20" (M-XXL)
Drivetrain:
- Shifter: Shimano Deore M4100, 10-speed
- Rear Derailleur: Shimano Deore M5120, long cage
- Crank: FSA Alpha Drive with 28T steel ring, 55mm chainline, 170mm length (XS-S-M), 175mm length (ML-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, 12mm offset, varying lengths based on size
- Handlebar: Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm diameter, 5mm rise, varying widths based on size
- Grips: Bontrager XR Trail Comp, nylon lock-on
- Stem: Bontrager Comp alloy, 31.8mm diameter, Blendr compatible, 7-degree rise, varying lengths based on size
- Headset: Semi-integrated, 1-1/8"
- Brake: Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc with Shimano RT26 rotors, 160mm (XS-XXL) or 180mm (L-XXL)
Weight:
- Weight: M - 13.47 kg / 29.7 lbs
- Weight Limit: Maximum total weight limit of 300 pounds (136 kg) for bike, rider, and cargo.
The Trek Marlin 7 Gen 2 Mountain Bike offers race-worthy performance and versatility for new riders with serious singletrack aspirations. With its lightweight frame, smooth suspension, and upgraded components, it's fully capable of taking on big trail adventures and XC races while providing a thrilling and fun riding experience.
Sizing
Frame Size |
Rider Height |
Inseam |
|---|---|---|
| XS (13.5") | 145 - 155 cm | 69 - 73 cm |
| 4'9" - 5'1" | 27" - 29" | |
| S (15.5") | 155 - 165 cm | 74 - 78 cm |
| 5'1" - 5'5" | 29" - 31" | |
| M (17.5") | 165 - 176 cm | 79 - 83 cm |
| 5'5" - 5'9" | 31" - 33" | |
| M/L (18.5") | 173 - 180 cm | 81 - 86 cm |
| 5'8" - 5'11" | 32" - 34" | |
| L (19.5") | 177 - 188 cm | 84 - 89 cm |
| 5'10" - 6'2" | 33" - 35" | |
| XL (21.5") | 188 - 195 cm | 89 - 91 cm |
| 6'2" - 6'5" | 35" - 36" | |
| 2XL (23.0") | 195 - 203 cm | 91 - 97 cm |
| 6'5" - 6'8" | 36" - 38" |