Marlin 8 is a race-worthy mountain bike that won’t break the bank. The smooth, lightweight RockShox fork, tubeless ready wheels, and wide-range 1x drivetrain make this model the best choice for new riders who want a fast cross country hardtail that will hold its own against our higher-end race bikes.
| *Frame |
Size:
XXS , XS , S Alpha Silver Aluminum, curved top tube, internal routing, chainstay disc brake mount, rack and kickstand mount, 135x5mm QR |
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Size:
M , ML , L , XL , XXL Alpha Silver Aluminum, internal routing, chainstay disc brake mount, rack and kickstand mount, 135x5mm QR |
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| *Fork |
Size:
XXS , XS RockShox Judy Silver, Solo Air spring, rebound adjust, TurnKey hydraulic lockout, 42mm offset for 27.5'' wheel, 100mm QR, 80mm travel |
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Size:
S RockShox Judy Silver, Solo Air spring, rebound adjust, TurnKey hydraulic lockout, 42mm offset for 27.5'' wheel, 100mm QR, 100mm travel |
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M , ML , L , XL , XXL RockShox Judy Silver, Solo Air spring, rebound adjust, TurnKey hydraulic lockout, 46mm offset for 29'' wheel, 100mm QR, 100mm travel |
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| Max compatible fork travel | 100mm (XS & S: 490mm axle-to-crown, M & up: 509mm axle-to-crown) |
| Hub front | Formula DC-20 LW, alloy, 6-bolt, 5x100mm QR |
| Hub rear | Formula DC-22LW, 6-bolt, Shimano 8/9/10 freehub, 135x5mm QR |
| Skewer rear | 152x5mm QR |
| *Rim |
Size:
XXS , XS , S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL Bontrager Kovee, double-wall, Tubeless Ready, 28-hole, 23mm width, Presta valve |
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Size:
M , ML , L , XL , XXL Bontrager Kovee, double-wall, Tubeless Ready, 32-hole, 23mm width, Presta valve |
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| *Tire |
Size:
XXS Maxxis Ardent, tubeless ready, EXO casing, folding bead, 60tpi, 26x2.40'' |
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Size:
XS , S Maxxis Ardent Race, tubeless, EXO casing, folding bead, 60tpi, 27.5x2.35'' |
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Size:
M , ML , L , XL , XXL Maxxis Ardent Race, tubeless, EXO casing, folding bead, 60tpi, 29x2.35'' |
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M , ML , L , XL , XXL Maxxis Ardent Race, tubeless, EXO casing, folding bead, 60tpi, 29x2.20'' |
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| Max tire size | Frame: 29x2.20" (XS & S: 27.5x2.40"), Fork: See manufacturer |
| Shifter | SRAM SX Eagle, 12 speed |
| Rear derailleur | SRAM SX Eagle |
| *Crank |
Size:
XXS SRAM SX Eagle, 30T steel ring, 49mm chainline, 155mm length |
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Size:
XS , S , M SRAM SX Eagle, 30T steel ring, 49mm chainline, 170mm length |
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Size:
ML , L , XL , XXL SRAM SX Eagle, 30T steel ring, 49mm chainline, 175mm length |
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| Bottom bracket | Truvativ Powerspline, 73mm, threaded cartridge, 118mm spindle |
| Cassette | SRAM PG-1210 Eagle, 11-50, 12 speed |
| Chain | SRAM SX Eagle, 12 speed |
| Pedal | VP-536 nylon platform |
| Max chainring size | 1x/2x: 34T, 3x: 42T |
| Saddle | Bontrager Arvada, steel rails, 138mm width |
| *Seatpost |
Size:
XXS Bontrager alloy, 31.6mm, 12mm offset, 300mm length |
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Size:
XS , S , M Bontrager alloy, 31.6mm, 12mm offset, 330mm length |
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Size:
ML , L , XL , XXL Bontrager alloy, 31.6mm, 12mm offset, 400mm length |
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| *Handlebar |
Size:
XXS , XS Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 5mm rise, 690mm width |
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Size:
S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 5mm rise, 720mm width |
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| Grips | Bontrager XR Trail Comp, nylon lock-on |
| *Stem |
Size:
XXS Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 35mm length |
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Size:
XXS , XS Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 50mm length |
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Size:
S Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 60mm length |
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Size:
M Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 70mm length |
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ML , L Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 80mm length |
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Size:
XL , XXL Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 90mm length |
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| Headset | Semi-integrated, 1-1/8'' |
| Brake | Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc |
| *Brake rotor |
Size:
XXS , XS , S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL Shimano RT26, 6-bolt,160mm |
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Size:
L , XL , XXL Shimano RT26, 6-bolt,180mm |
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| Brake Set | Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc |
| Weight | M - 13.20 kg / 29.1 lbs (with tubes) |
| Weight limit | This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider, and cargo) of 300 pounds (136 kg). |