Marlin 5 is a trail-worthy daily rider that's perfectly suited for everyday adventures, on and off the trail. It features a trail-savvy frame with a suspension fork, 9-speed Shimano CUES shifting, and mounts for a rack and kickstand that make it an ideal choice for trail riders or anyone looking for a comfortable, stable commuter with the ruggedness of a real mountain bike.
It's right for you if...
- You're new to the trail and you’re looking for a real mountain bike that doubles as a commuter — and you want it all at an exceptional value.
The tech you get
- A lightweight aluminum frame with internal routing to protect your cables and add to the bike's sleek look, an upgraded 9-speed Shimano CUES drivetrain, a wide range of gearing so you always have the right gear for your terrain, powerful hydraulic disc brakes, and a terrain-smoothing suspension fork with a lockout.
The final word
- Marlin 5 is a great ride for all your adventures. It's also versatile and a popular ride on college campuses because the rack and kickstand mounts make it easy to accessorize and haul a load.
Why you'll love it
- Marlin Gen 3 gives you serious trail capability, with big tire clearance and slack, confidence-boosting geometry that keeps you stable from singletrack to city
- Rack and fender mounts make it easy to accessorize, so your mountain bike can double as a rugged commuter
- Its ThruSkew system is safer, simpler, and stronger, plus it makes removing the rear wheel easy for flat fixes in a pinch
- Internal routing makes it easy to add a dropper post that lets you lower your saddle on the fly for more confident descending
- Marlin models in sizes XXS and XS have a curved top tube and lower standover height that makes it easier for smaller riders to mount and dismount
Pedals | VP-536 nylon platform |
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Fork | Size: XS SR Suntour XCT 30, coil spring, preload, hydraulic lockout, 42mm offset for 27.5'' wheel, 100mm QR, 80mm travel Size: S SR Suntour XCT 30, coil spring, preload, hydraulic lockout, 42mm offset for 27.5'' wheel, 100mm QR, 100mm travel Size: M , ML , L , XL SR Suntour XCT 30, coil spring, preload, hydraulic lockout, 46mm offset for 29'' wheel, 100mm QR, 100mm travel |
Hubs | Front: Formula DC-20, alloy, 6-bolt, 5x100mm QR Rear: Formula DC-22, alloy, 6-bolt, Shimano 8/9/10 freehub, 135x5mm QR |
Rims | Size: XS , S Bontrager Connection, double-wall, 32-hole, 20 mm width, Schrader valve, Black Size: M , ML , L , XL Bontrager Connection, double-wall, 32-hole, 20 mm width, Schrader valve |
Stem | Size: XS , S Bontrager Comp, 31.8mm, 7 degree, 35mm length Size: M , ML , L Bontrager Comp, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 50mm length Size: XL Bontrager Comp, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 60mm length |
Chain | Shimano LG500, 9/10/11 speed |
Frame | Size: XS Alpha Silver Aluminum, curved top tube, internal derailleur & dropper post routing, rack and kickstand mount, 135x5mm ThruSkew Size: S , M , ML , L , XL Alpha Silver Aluminum, internal derailleur & dropper post routing, rack and kickstand mount, 135x5mm ThruSkew |
Tires | Size: XS , S Bontrager XT3 Comp, wire bead, 30 tpi, 27.5x2.40'' Size: M , ML , L , XL Bontrager XT3 Comp, wire bead, 30 tpi, 29x2.40'' |
Brakes | Size: XS , S Tektro HD-M276 hydraulic disc, short reach Size: M , ML , L , XL Tektro HD-M275 hydraulic disc |
Rotors | Tektro, 6-bolt, 160mm |
Headset | Semi-integrated, 1-1/8'' |
Crankset | Size: XS Prowheel C10Y-NW, 30T steel narrow-wide ring, 160mm length Size: S , M , ML , L , XL Prowheel C10Y-NW, 30T steel narrow-wide ring, 170mm length |
Seatpost | Size: XS , S , M Bontrager alloy, 31.6mm, 12mm offset, 330mm length Size: ML , L , XL Bontrager alloy, 31.6mm, 12mm offset, 400mm length |
Shifters | Shimano U4000, 9 speed |
Handlebars | Size: XS Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 5mm rise, 690mm width Size: S Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 15mm rise, 720mm width Size: M , ML , L , XL Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 15mm rise, 750mm width |
Tape/Grips | Bontrager XR Trail Comp, nylon lock-on |
Rear Derailleur | Shimano CUES U4000 |
Cassette/Freewheel | Shimano LINKGLIDE LG300, 11-46, 9 speed |
* Subject to change without notice.