Trek Marlin 5 Gen 2 - Azure

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Description

Trek Marlin 5 Gen 2 - Azure: Your Versatile Trail Companion

Meet the Trek Marlin 5, your go-to choice for both trail adventures and daily commuting. Engineered to tackle trails with ease while providing comfort and stability, this bike is equipped with essential features such as a suspension fork, 2x8 drivetrain, and convenient mounts for accessories like racks and kickstands. Whether you're a new trail rider or seeking a reliable commuter with the ruggedness of a mountain bike, the Marlin 5 has you covered.

Perfect For: If you're new to the trail scene and seeking a genuine mountain bike that effortlessly transitions into a commuter, the Marlin 5 offers exceptional value without compromise. Whether navigating rugged trails or cruising through city streets, this bike delivers versatility and performance in one affordable package.

Cutting-Edge Technology: Crafted from lightweight aluminum, the Marlin 5 features internal cable routing for added protection and a sleek aesthetic. Its 2x8 drivetrain ensures a wide range of gearing options, allowing you to conquer diverse terrain with ease. Equipped with powerful hydraulic disc brakes and a terrain-smoothing suspension fork with a lockout feature, this bike offers a smooth and controlled ride in any environment.

Final Verdict: The Marlin 5 is not only a reliable companion for all your adventures but also a versatile option for daily commutes. Its popularity on college campuses is attributed to its rack and kickstand mounts, allowing for easy customization and convenient transportation of gear.

Why It's Your Perfect Match:

  • A true mountain bike that seamlessly transitions into a commuter, making it suitable for various surface conditions.
  • Smaller frame sizes feature short-reach brake levers, providing enhanced comfort and control for riders with smaller hands.
  • The curved top tube and lower standover height in smaller frame sizes ensure easier mounting and dismounting for smaller riders.
  • Rack and kickstand mounts facilitate easy accessorization, allowing your mountain bike to serve as a rugged commuter when needed.
  • Backed by Trek's lifetime warranty, providing peace of mind and assurance of quality craftsmanship.

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


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")


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