Trek Marlin 5 Gen 3 Mountain Bike in Alpine Blue to Deep Dark Fade

Marlin 5 is a trail-worthy daily rider that's perfectly suited for everyday adventures, on and off the trail. It features a trail-savvy frame with a suspension fork, 9-speed Shimano cues shifting and mounts for a rack and kickstand that make it an ideal choice for trail riders or anyone looking for a comfortable, stable commuter with the ruggedness of a real mountain bike.You're new to the trail and youâre looking for a real mountain bike that doubles as a commuter â and you want it all at an exceptional value.A lightweight aluminium frame with internal routing to protect your cables and add to the bike's sleek look, an upgraded 9-speed Shimano cues drivetrain, a wide range of gearing so you always have the right gear for your terrain, powerful hydraulic disc brakes and a terrain-smoothing suspension fork with a lockout.The marlin 5 is a great ride for all your adventures. It's also versatile and a popular ride on college campuses because the rack and kickstand mounts make it easy to accessorise and haul a load.- the marlin gen 3 gives you serious trail capability, with big tyre clearance and slack, confidence-boosting geometry that keeps you stable from singletrack to city- rack and mudguard mounts make it easy to accessorise, so your mountain bike can double as a rugged commuter- its thruskew system is safer, simpler and stronger, plus it makes removing the rear wheel easy for flat fixes in a hurry- internal routing makes it easy to add a dropper post that lets you lower your saddle on the fly for more confident descending- marlin models in sizes xxs and xs have a curved top tube and lower standover height that makes it easier for smaller riders to mount and dismountwill my bike have a curved top tube?Smaller frames have a top tube that dips down as it approaches the seat tube. This design makes for a lower standover height, which is good for shorter riders because it allows them to straddle their bike more easily. Larger frame sizes have a straight top tube because taller riders with longer legs typically donât have the same issues with standover height.Fit for every ridermarlin comes in seven frame sizes to suit riders of any height, and smart wheel size ensures youâre on the fastest wheel that fits. The smallest sizes even come with short-reach brake levers and narrower handlebars that give smaller riders better comfort and control.High tech, high valuemarlin looks and feels great. Itâs packed with features usually found only on more expensive bikes, like a stylish frame with internal shift cable and brake hose routing, which can help your cables last longer by protecting them from the elements.Shimano cuesinspired by rider demand for trouble-free drivetrain longevity and performance, Shimano cues offers a new foundation for versatility and durability across a range of both electric and standard bikes. Cues features shimanoâs new linkglide drivetrain technology for significantly increased life on wear items like chain, cassette and chainrings.Shimano linkglidelinkglide technology has been specifically engineered for incredible durability while still delivering smooth and decisive shifting â along with a great pedalling experience. Available exclusively on Shimano cues drivetrains