This is for you if…
You are new to trails and you have serious ambitions in singletrack. You want a versatile mountain bike that's ready to take on a race and has component upgrades that have a big impact on performance, like the premium dropper fork and a simple 1x drivetrain.
Proposed technologies
A lightweight frame with internal shift cable and brake line routing, a more comfortable RockShox Judy fork with lockout, Shimano hydraulic disc brakes and Bontrager wheels. The simple 1x drivetrain eliminates the front derailleur for less bulk and easier use. Don't worry: the wide gear range of the 11-46 cassette will give you all the gears you need to climb the hills and tackle the descents.
The last word
With its RockShox suspension, wide gear range and quality components, this model is the best choice within the Marlin lineup for entry-level mountain bikers looking for a serious bike for their budget. It is perfectly capable of embarking on adventures on the trails or taking the start of XC events.
why you will love it
- It's one of our most popular bikes for good reason. You will get all the quality and all the versatility: a mountain bike that can take part in races without blushing and on which you can mount a rear rack if you also want to use it for your daily trips.
- This bike will put a smile on your face and it handles like a much more expensive mountain bike.
- A great suspension at a great price
- The 1x drivetrain gives you all the gears you'll need and not one more.
- Marlin models in frame sizes XS to S feature a curved top tube and lower standover height, allowing smaller riders to get on and off the bike more easily.