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 Size: M , ML , L , XL , XXL |
| Fork | Size: XXS Size: XS Size: S Size: M , ML , L , XL , XXL |
| 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 Size: XS , S , M Size: ML , L , XL , XXL |
| 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 Size: M , ML , L , XL , XXL |
| 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 Size: XS , S , M Size: ML , L , XL , XXL |
| Handlebar | Size: XXS , XS Size: S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL |
| Stem | Size: XXS Size: XS Size: S Size: M Size: ML , L Size: XL , XXL |
| 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 |
