Description
The Trek Marlin 5 Mountain Bike is designed for both trail riding and daily commuting, offering versatility and performance in various conditions. With features like a suspension fork, 2×8 drivetrain, and mounts for racks and kickstands, it’s an excellent choice for new trail riders or anyone seeking a comfortable, stable commuter bike with the ruggedness of a mountain bike.
Key Features:
- Versatile Performance: Suitable for both trail riding and daily commuting, offering stability and comfort on diverse terrain.
- Lightweight Aluminum Frame: Constructed with Alpha Silver Aluminum, featuring internal cable routing for a sleek appearance and cable protection.
- 2×8 Drivetrain: Provides a wide range of gearing options for tackling different terrains with ease.
- Hydraulic Disc Brakes: Offer powerful and reliable braking performance in all weather conditions.
- Suspension Fork: Equipped with a suspension fork with hydraulic lockout for smoothing out rough terrain and enhancing ride comfort.
- Rack and Kickstand Mounts: Allows for easy customization and accessorizing, making it suitable for various riding needs.
Specifications:
Frameset:
- Frame: Alpha Silver Aluminum with curved top tube (XXS, XS, S) or straight top tube (M, ML, L, XL, XXL), internal routing, rack and kickstand mount
- 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, 5x100mm QR
- Hub Rear: Formula DC-22 alloy, 6-bolt, Shimano 8/9/10 freehub, 135x5mm QR
- Rim: Bontrager Connection double-wall alloy
- Tire: Bontrager XR2 Comp wire bead, 26×2.20″ (XXS), 27.5×2.20″ (XS, S), 29×2.20″ (M, ML, L, XL, XXL)
Drivetrain:
- Shifter: Shimano M315, 2×8-speed
- Front Derailleur: Shimano Altus M315
- Rear Derailleur: Shimano Altus M310
- Crank: Prowheel TM-CY10 (XXS), Shimano M315 (XS-XXL), 36/22T
- Cassette: Shimano HG200, 12-32T, 8-speed
- Chain: KMC Z8.3, 8-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, 5mm rise, varying widths based on size
- Stem: Bontrager Comp alloy, 31.8mm diameter, varying lengths and degrees based on size
- Headset: Semi-integrated, 1-1/8″
- Brake: Tektro HD-M275 hydraulic disc with 160mm rotor (front and rear)
Weight:
- Weight: M – 13.97 kg / 30.81 lbs
- Weight Limit: Maximum total weight limit of 300 pounds (136 kg) for bicycle, rider, and cargo.
The Trek Marlin 5 Mountain Bike offers exceptional value for riders seeking a capable and versatile bike for both trail riding and daily commuting. With its durable construction and well-rounded features, it’s suitable for riders of all levels looking for reliability and performance in various riding conditions.
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″ |

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