- Colour: Matte Anthracite
- Size: XXL
Description
Description
Rugged commuter.
It's right for you if...
You want an introductory mountain bike at an incredible price, but also want a commuter that's rugged enough to hop curbs on the way to class.
The tech you get
A lightweight aluminum frame with internal routing to protect your cables and add to the bike's sleek look, 21 speeds, a wide range of gearing so you always have the right gear for your terrain, powerful hydraulic disc brakes, and a suspension fork that takes the edge off bumps and rough terrain.
The final word
It's built in Trek's mountain bike heritage and great for any adventure. The rack and fender mounts make it a great choice for commuters who want to get a little rad on the way to class or the grocery store.
Why you'll love it
- It's a real mountain bike that's also perfectly suited to daily commutes, rides around campus, or just getting from A to B on any surface
- The flat mountain-style handlebar and disc brakes keep you in control, on or off the trail
- Rack and fender mounts make it easy to accessorize, so your mountain bike can double as a rugged commuter
- Like every model in the Marlin family, it's backed by Trek's lifetime warranty
Details & Specs
Terrain | Mountain | Brakes | Tektro MD-M281 mechanical disc |
Shifters/ Derailleur | Shimano Altus EF500, 7-speed, Front: Shimano Tourney TY300, 34.9mm clamp, down swing, down pull Rear: Shimano Tourney TY300, long cage, 34T max cog |
Frame | Alpha Silver Aluminum, internal routing, chainstay disc brake mount, rack and kickstand mount, 135x5mm QR |
Rims/Wheels | Bontrager Connection, double-wall, 32-hole, 20mm width, schrader valve, Bontrager XR2 Comp, wire bead, 30 tpi, 29x2.20'' | Crank & Chain | Shimano Tourney TY301, 42/34/24, 170mm length, KMC Z7, 7-speed |
Seat | Bontrager Arvada, steel rails, 138 mm width |
Cassette | Shimano TZ500, 14-28, 7 speed |
Hubs |
Front: Formula DC-20, alloy, 6-bolt, 5x100 mm QR Rear: Formula DC-31, alloy, 6-bolt, 6/7/8-speed freewheel, 135x5 mm QR |
Pedals | VP-536 nylon platform |
Handlebars | Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm | Tape/Grips | Bontrager XR Endurance Comp, lock-on |
Stem | Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree | Seatpost | Bontrager alloy, 27.2mm, 12mm offset |
Fork | SR Suntour XCE 28, coil spring, preload, 42mm offset for 27.5'' wheel, 100mm QR, 100mm travel |
Spokes |
14g, stainless |

Rear Kickstand Mount
Chainstay mounts make it easy to install a rear kickstand that stays out of your way and supports bikes of all sizes. No more laying or leaning.

Rack Mounts
Going for a long ride? Rack mounts make carrying accessories a breeze.

Blendr Stem
Bontrager stem technology lets you clip your gear directly to the stem for clean looks, maximum user friendliness.