Trek Marlin 5 Gen 2 - Volt to Miami Green Fade

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Description

Trek Marlin 5 Gen 2 - Volt to Miami Green Fade: Adventure Awaits on This Versatile Trail Champion

Meet the Trek Marlin 5 Gen 2, your gateway to both the thrill of the trails and the practicality of urban commuting, all wrapped in an eye-catching Volt to Miami Green Fade colorway. Designed to be trail-worthy and a reliable daily rider, the Marlin 5 combines the ruggedness of a mountain bike with the comfort and stability desired for daily commutes, making it an exceptional option for beginners and versatile riders alike.

Ideal for: Ideal for those stepping into the world of mountain biking and looking for a genuine and capable mountain bike that seamlessly transitions into an efficient commuter bike, offering great value and versatility.

Technological Highlights:

  • Showcases a lightweight aluminum frame with sleek internal cable routing to enhance durability and maintain a clean look.
  • Equipped with a 2x8 drivetrain, providing a broad range of gears to tackle any terrain effortlessly.
  • Features powerful hydraulic disc brakes for superior stopping power in diverse weather conditions.
  • A terrain-smoothing suspension fork with a lockout feature allows for a more efficient ride on smooth surfaces.

The Verdict: The Marlin 5 stands out as an adaptable bike, perfect for explorations, daily commutes, and campus rides. Its integrated rack and kickstand mounts add to its convenience, making it a favored choice among students and adventure seekers alike.

Why You'll Adore It:

  • Engineered as a genuine mountain bike, it also excels as an everyday commuter, offering flexibility for a wide range of activities.
  • Short-reach brake levers in smaller frame sizes enhance comfort and control for riders with smaller hands, ensuring confident braking.
  • Designed with a curved top tube in the smaller sizes for easier mounting and dismounting, accommodating riders of various statures.
  • The addition of rack and kickstand mounts provides the practicality to customize the bike for commuting or hauling needs.
  • As with all Trek bikes, the Marlin 5 comes with the assurance of a lifetime warranty, highlighting Trek's commitment to quality and rider satisfaction.

The Trek Marlin 5 Gen 2 in its striking Volt to Miami Green Fade is more than just a bike; it's a versatile partner ready to tackle trails, enhance fitness routines, and streamline daily commutes, fully equipped to embark on your next adventure.

 

Specification

Trek Marlin 5 Gen 2 Specification

Frameset

 Frame

Size: XXS , XS , S
Alpha Silver Aluminium, curved top tube, internal routing, chainstay disc brake mount, rack and kickstand mount, 135x5 mm QR

Size: M , ML , L , XL , XXL
Alpha Silver Aluminium, internal routing, chainstay disc-brake mount, rack and kickstand mount, 135x5 mm QR

Fork

Size: XXS
SR Suntour XCM 30, coil spring, lockout, preload, 100 mm QR, 100 mm travel, 26" wheel

Size: XS
SR Suntour XCT 30, coil spring, preload, hydraulic lockout, 42 mm offset for 27.5" wheel, 100 mm QR, 80 mm travel

Size: S
SR Suntour XCT 30, coil spring, preload, hydraulic lockout, 42 mm offset for 27.5" wheel, 100 mm QR, 100 mm travel

Size: M , ML , L , XL , XXL
SR Suntour XCT 30, coil spring, preload, hydraulic lockout, 46 mm offset for 29" wheel, 100 mm QR, 100 mm travel

Max compatible fork travel 100mm (XS and S: 490mm axle-to-crown, M and up: 509mm axle-to-crown)


Weight

Weight M - 13.97 kg / 30.81 lb
Weight Limit This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider and cargo) of 136 kg (300 lb).


Drivetrain

Shifter

Shimano Altus M315, 8-speed

Front Derailleur Shimano Altus M315, 34.9 mm clamp, top swing, dual pull
Rear Derailleur Shimano Altus M310
Crank

Size: XXS
Prowheel TM-CY10, 36/22, 160 mm length

Size: XS , S , M
Shimano M315, 36/22, 170 mm length

Size: ML , L , XL , XXL
Shimano M315, 36/22, 175 mm length

Bottom Bracket Sealed cartridge, 73mm
Cassette Shimano 8-speed, 12-32T
Chain KMC Z8.3, 8 speed

Max. Chainring Size 1x/2x: 34T, 3x: 42T


Wheels

Hub Front

Formula DC-20, alloy, 6-bolt, 5x100 mm QR

Hub Rear Formula DC-22, alloy, 6-bolt, Shimano 8/9/10 freehub, 135x5 mm QR
Skewer Rear

 152x5 mm QR

Rim

Bontrager Connection, double-wall, 32-hole, 20 mm width, Schrader valve

Tyre

Size: XXS
Bontrager XR2 Comp, wire bead, 30 tpi, 26x2.20"

Size: XS , S
Bontrager XR2 Comp, wire bead, 30 tpi, 27.5x2.20"

Size: M , ML , L , XL , XXL
Bontrager XR2 Comp, wire bead, 30 tpi, 29x2.20"

Max tyre size Frame: 29x2.20" (XS & S: 27.5x2.40"), Fork: See manufacturer


Components

Saddle

Bontrager Arvada, steel rails, 138 mm width

Seatpost

Size: XXS
Bontrager alloy, 31.6 mm, 12 mm offset, 300 mm length

Size: XS , S , M
Bontrager alloy, 31.6 mm, 12 mm offset, 330 mm length

Size: ML , L , XL , XXL
Bontrager alloy, 31.6 mm, 12 mm offset, 400 mm length

Handlebar

Size: XXS , XS
Bontrager alloy, 31.8 mm, 5 mm rise, 690 mm width

Size: S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL
Bontrager alloy, 31.8 mm, 5 mm rise, 720 mm width

Stem

Size: XXS
Bontrager Comp, 31.8 mm, 7-degree, 35 mm length

Size: XS
Bontrager Comp, 31.8 mm, Blendr compatible, 7-degree, 50 mm length

Size: S
Bontrager Comp, 31.8 mm, Blendr compatible, 7-degree, 60 mm length

Size: M
Bontrager Comp, 31.8 mm, Blendr compatible, 7-degree, 70 mm length

Size: ML , L
Bontrager Comp, 31.8 mm, Blendr compatible, 7-degree, 80 mm length

Size: XL , XXL
Bontrager Comp, 31.8 mm, Blendr compatible, 7-degree, 90 mm length

Head set Semi-integrated, 1-1/8"
Brake Tektro HD-M275 hydraulic disc, 180 mm rotor
Brake Set Tektro HD-M275 hydraulic disc, 160 mm rotor


Sizing

Trek Marlin 5 Gen 2 Sizing

Size Rider Height Inseam
2XS 135 - 145 cm (4'5" - 4'9") 64 - 68 cm (25" - 27")
XS 145 - 155 cm (4'9" - 5'1") 69 - 73 cm (27" - 29")
S 155 - 165 cm (5'1" - 5'5") 74 - 78 cm (29" - 31")
M 165 - 176 cm (5'5" - 5'9") 79 - 83 cm (31" - 33")
M/L 173 - 180 cm (5'8" - 5'11") 81 - 86 cm (32" - 24")
L 177 - 188 cm (5'10" - 6'2") 84 - 89 cm (33" - 35")
XL 188 - 195  cm (6'2" - 6'5") 89 - 91 cm (35" - 36")
2XL 195 - 203 cm (6'5" - 6'8") 91 - 97 cm (36" - 38")


Geometry

Trek Marlin 5 Gen 2 Geometry

All measurements are provided in cm unless otherwise stated.

SIZING TABLE

Frame Size Number 13.5"
13.5"
15.5"
17.5"
18.5"
19.5"
21.5"
23.0"
Frame Size Letter XXS
XS S M ML L XL XXL
Wheel Size 26"
27.5"
27.5"
29" 29" 29" 29" 29"
A - Seat Tube 34.3 34.3 36.8 41.9 44.4 47 52.1 55.9
B - Seat Tube Angle 72.8°
73.5°
73.5°
71.9°
71.9°
71.9°
71.9°
71.9°
Effective Seat Tube Angle 72.8°
73.5°
73.5°
73.0°
73.0°
73.0°
73.0°
73.0°
C - Head Tube Length 9 9 9 9 9 10 12 12
D - Head Angle 68.6°
69.3°
69.3°
69.5°
69.5°
69.5°
69.5°
69.5°
E - Effective Top Tube 54.6
54.4
55.5
60.2
61.8
63.8
65.9
67.3
F - Bottom Bracket Height 29 29.2 30.2 31 31 31 31 31.1
G - Bottom Bracket Drop 5.2 5.8 5.8 4.8 5.8 5.8 5.8 5.8
H - Chainstay Length 43.8 43.8
43.8
43.8
43.8
43.8
43.8
43.8
I - Offset 4.2 4.2 4.2 4.2 4.2 4.2 4.2 4.2
J - Trail 8.9
8.8
8.8
9.3
9.3
9.3
9.3
9.3
K - Wheelbase 105.2
104.9 106.6
110 111.6 113.7 115.9 117.3
L - Standover 65.7 65.9 68.6 74.8
75.8
75.7
76.9
80.4
M - Frame Reach 36.9
37.6
38.5
41.8
43.4
45.1 46.6 48
N - Frame Stack 57 56.5 57.4 60.2 60.2 61.1 63 63