Trek Marlin 5 Azure Mountain Bike
The Trek Marlin 5 Azure is a trail-worthy daily rider that’s perfectly suited for everyday adventures, on and off the trail. A suspension fork, 2×8 drivetrain, and mounts for a rack and kickstand make it an ideal choice for new trail riders or anyone looking for a comfortable, stable commuter with the ruggedness of a real mountain bike.
It’s right for you if…
You’re new to the trail and you’re looking for a real mountain bike that doubles as a commuter – and you want it all at an exceptional value.
The tech you get
A lightweight aluminium frame with internal routing to protect your cables and add to the bike’s sleek look, 2×8 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 final word
The Trek Marlin 5 is a great ride for all your adventures. But it’s also versatile, and Marlin 5 is a popular ride on college campuses because the rack and kickstand mounts make it easy to accessorise and haul a load.
Specifications
Frameset
Frame: Alpha Silver Aluminium, internal routing, chainstay disc-brake mount, rack and kickstand mount, 135×5 mm QR
*Fork Size: XXS
SR Suntour XCM 30, coil spring, lockout, preload, 100 mm QR, 100 mm travel, 26″ wheel
Wheels
Hub front Formula DC-20, alloy, 6-bolt, 5×100 mm QR
Hub rear Formula DC-22, alloy, 6-bolt, Shimano 8/9/10 freehub, 135×5 mm QR
*Rim Size: XXS
Bontrager Connection, alloy, double-wall, 32-hole, 20 mm width, Schrader valve
Spokes: 14 g stainless steel
*Tyre Size: XXS
Bontrager XR2 Comp, wire bead, 30 tpi, 26×2.20″
Max tyre size Frame: 29×2.20″ (XS & S: 27.5×2.4″) Fork: See manufacturer
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
Bottom bracket: VP BC73, 73 mm, threaded cartridge
Cassette: Shimano 8-speed, 12-32T
Chain: KMC Z8.3, 8 speed
Pedal: VP-536 nylon platform
Max. chainring size 1x/2x: 34T, 3x: 42T
Components
Saddle Bontrager Arvada, steel rails, 138 mm width
*Seatpost Size: XXS
Bontrager alloy, 31.6 mm, 12 mm offset, 300 mm length
*Handlebar Size: XXS , XS
Bontrager alloy, 31.8 mm, 5 mm rise, 690 mm width
Grips Bontrager XR Endurance Comp
*Stem Size: XXS
Bontrager alloy, 31.8 mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 35 mm length
Head set Semi-integrated, 1-1/8″
Brake Tektro HD-M275 hydraulic disc
Weight
Size M – 30.80 lb / 13.9725 kg
Weight limit This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider and cargo) of 136 kg (300 lb).