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Description
The Marlin 5 is a versatile mountain bike that confidently masters all adventures - both in everyday life and on the trail. The suspension fork, 2x8 drivetrain and luggage rack and side stand mounting options make it the ideal choice for trail beginners and anyone looking for a comfortable, stable commuter bike that has the robustness of a true mountain bike.
It's the right bike for you if...
... you're new to the trail and you're looking for a real mountain bike that can easily be ridden as a commuter bike and doesn't cost the earth.
You get this equipment
A lightweight aluminum frame with internal cable routing to protect shift cables and provide a clean look, and a 2x8 drivetrain with a wide gear range to ensure you always have the right gear on any terrain. There are also powerful hydraulic disc brakes and a suspension fork with lockout that effortlessly defuses bumps.
Why you'll love it
Technical data
*Unless otherwise stated, features apply to all sizes
Frame set
Frame set
| Frame | Alpha Silver Aluminum, internal cable routing, disc brake mount on chainstay, luggage rack eyelets, side stand mount, 135 x 5 mm quick release axle |
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| *Fork | Size: XXS SR Suntour XCM 30, coil spring, lockout, adjustable spring preload, 100 mm quick release axle, 100 mm travel, 26" wheel |
| Size: XS SR Suntour |
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| Size: S SR Suntour |
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| Size: M, ML, L, XL, XXL SR Suntour XCT 30, coil spring, adjustable spring preload, hydraulic lockout, 46 mm offset for 29" wheel, 100 mm quick release axle, 100 mm travel |
Wheels
| VR hub | Formula DC-20, aluminum, 6-hole disc mount, 5 x 100 mm quick-release axle |
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| HR hub | Formula DC-22, aluminum, 6-hole disc mount, 8/9/10 freewheel hub from Shimano, 135 x 5 mm quick-release axle |
| *Rim | Size: XXS Bontrager Connection, aluminum, hollow chamber rim, 32 holes, 20 mm inner width, Schrader valve |
| Size: XS, S, M, ML, L, XL, XXL Bontrager Connection, hollow chamber rim, 32 holes, 20 mm inner width, Schrader valve |
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| spokes | 14g, stainless steel |
| *Tires | Size: XXS Bontrager XR2 Comp, wire bead core, 30 TPI, 26 x 2.20 |
| Size: XS, S Bontrager XR2 Comp, wire bead core, 30 TPI, 27.5 x 2.20 |
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| Size: M, ML, L, XL, XXL Bontrager XR2 Comp, wire bead core, 30 TPI, 29 x 2.20 |
drive
| Shift lever | Shimano Altus M315, 8-speed |
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| front derailleur | Shimano Altus M315, 34.9 mm clamp diameter, top swing, dual pull |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Altus M310 |
| *Crank | Size: XXS Prowheel TM-CY10, 36/22, 160mm length |
| Size: XS, S, M Shimano M315, 36/22, 170mm length |
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| Size: ML, L, XL, XXL Shimano M315, 36/22, 175mm length |
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| bottom bracket | VP BC73, 73 mm, threaded cartridge bearing |
| cassette | Shimano, 8-speed, 12-32 teeth. |
| Chain | KMC Z8.3, 8 speed |
| pedal | VP-536, nylon platform |
Components
| saddle | Bontrager Arvada, steel stays, 138mm width |
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| *Seat post | Size: XXS Bontrager aluminum, 31.6mm, 12mm offset, 300mm length |
| Size: XS, S, M Aluminum Bontrager, 31.6mm, 12mm offset, 330mm length |
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| Size: ML, L, XL, XXL Aluminum Bontrager, 31.6mm, 12mm offset, 400mm length |
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| *Handlebars | Size: XXS, XS Aluminum Bontrager, 31.8mm, 5mm rise, 690mm width |
| Size: S, M, ML, L, XL, XXL Aluminum Bontrager, 31.8mm, 5mm rise, 720mm width |
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| Handles | Bontrager XR Endurance Comp |
| *Stem | Size: XXS Bontrager Aluminum, 31.8mm, Blendr Compatible, 7 Degree, 35mm Length |
| Size: XS Aluminum Bontrager, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 50mm length |
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| Size: S Aluminum Bontrager, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 60mm length |
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| Size: M Aluminum Bontrager, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 70mm length |
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| Size: ML, L Aluminum Bontrager, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 80mm length |
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| Size: XL, XXL Aluminum Bontrager, 31.8mm clamp diameter Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 90mm length |
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| tax rate | Semi-integrated, 1 1/8" |
| *Brake | Size: XXS, XS, S Tektro HD-M276 hydraulic disc brake, lever with reduced reach |
| Size: M, ML, L, XL, XXL Tektro HD-M275, hydraulic disc brake |
Weight
| Weight | M – 13.97kg |
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| Max. weight | This bike has a maximum weight limit (bike, rider and load) of 136kg. |
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