Details
Marlin takes its cue from light, fast XC bikes. The right wheel size for each frame size, performance pedigree, and unbeatable ride feel make Marlin the perfect trail rider.
When you're ready for longer days on the bike, bigger challenges on the trail, and all the fun of the full mountain biking experience, you're ready for Marlin.
Key Features
- Ride the fastest wheel that fits with Smart Wheel Size
- Ride-tuned aluminum frame is XC light, mountain tough
- Extended size range gives you a better fit for a better ride
Trek’s Smart Wheel Size
The right wheel size paired with your frame size gives you the perfect combination of responsiveness and control.
Specs
| Frame | Alpha Silver Aluminum w/semi-integrated head tube, rack & fender mounts, G2 Geometry on 29ers |
|---|---|
| Fork | SR Suntour XCT, coil spring, preload, hydraulic lockout, G2 Geometry w/51mm offset on 29ers, 100mm travel (13.5: 80mm travel) |
| Headset | 1-1/8-inch threadless, semi-integrated, semi-cartridge bearings |
| Rims/Wheels | Bontrager Connection 32-hole double-walled |
| Hubs | Front: Formula DC20 alloy; Rear: DC27 alloy |
| Spokes | Bontrager 14-gauge |
| Tires | Bontrager XR2: Front: 29 x 2.2; Rear: 29 x 2.0 (13.5 & 15.5 Frame: 27.5 x 2.0) |
| Crankset | Shimano Tourney TY501 |
| Chainrings | 42/34/24 |
| Bottom Bracket | Sealed cartridge |
| Chain | KMC Z51 |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Tourney TY500 |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Tourney TY300 |
| Rear Cogs | Shimano HG20, 7-speed: 12-32 |
| Shifters | Shimano Altus EF51 |
| Handlebars | Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 15mm rise |
| Tape/Grips | Bontrager Satellite Plus, ergonomic |
| Stem | Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 7mm rise, Blendr compatible |
| Brake Levers | Tektro |
| Brakes | Tektro M280 mechanical disc |
| Pedals | Wellgo nylon platform |
| Saddle | Bontrager Evoke 1 |
| Seat Post | Bontrager SSR, 2-bolt head, 27.2mm, 12mm offset |
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Trek Marlin
Part Numbers
| Option | UPC | MPN |
|---|---|---|
| Matte Trek Black / 13.5-inch (27.5-inch wheels) | 601479451517 | 532412 |
| Matte Trek Black / 15.5-inch (27.5-inch wheels) | 601479451524 | 532413 |
| Matte Trek Black / 17.5-inch (29-inch wheels) | 601479451548 | 532415 |
| Matte Trek Black / 18.5-inch (29-inch wheels) | 601479451555 | 532416 |
| Matte Trek Black / 19.5-inch (29-inch wheels) | 601479451562 | 532417 |
| Matte Trek Black / 21.5-inch (29-inch wheels) | 601479451579 | 532418 |
| Matte Trek Black / 23-inch (29-inch wheels) | 601479451586 | 532419 |
| Green-light / 13.5-inch (27.5-inch wheels) | 601479451593 | 532420 |
| Green-light / 15.5-inch (27.5-inch wheels) | 601479451609 | 532421 |
Trek Marlin 5 - 2017
$489.99