Marlin 8 is a race-worthy mountain bike that won’t break the bank. The smooth, lightweight RockShox fork, tubeless ready wheels, and wide-range 1x drivetrain make this model the best choice for new riders who want a fast cross country hardtail that will hold its own against our higher-end race bikes.
- This is one of our most popular bikes for good reason. You get all the value, plus all the versatility—its a totally race-worthy mountain bike, with rear rack mounts if you use it for commuting too
- The RockShox forks Solo Air spring can easily be adjusted for a specific rider weight, and its lighter than a coil spring
- Setting your wheels up tubeless reduces the overall weight of your bike and the chances you’ll get a flat
- The 1x drivetrain gives you all the gears you need and none you don’t
- Marlin models in XXS through S frame sizes have a curved top tube and a lower standover height that makes it easier for smaller riders to mount and dismount
Will 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 don’t have the same issues with standover height.
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Fit for every rider
Marlin comes in seven frame sizes to suit riders of any height, and Smart Wheel Size ensures you’re 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.
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High tech, high value
Marlin looks and feels great. It’s 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.
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Frame |
Alpha Silver Aluminum, curved top tube, internal routing, chainstay disc brake mount, rack and kickstand mount, 135x5mm QR |
Fork |
RockShox Judy Silver, Solo Air spring, rebound adjust, TurnKey hydraulic lockout, 42mm offset for 27.5 wheel, 100mm QR, 80mm travel |
Wheel Front |
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Tire |
Maxxis Ardent, tubeless ready, EXO casing, folding bead, 60tpi, 26x2.40 |
Hub Front |
Formula DC-20 LW, alloy, 6-bolt, 5x100mm QR |
Hub Rear |
Formula DC-22LW, 6-bolt, Shimano 8/9/10 freehub, 135x5mm QR |
Rim |
Bontrager Kovee, double-wall, Tubeless Ready, 28-hole, 23mm width, Presta valve |
Skewer Rear |
152x5mm QR |
Shifter |
SRAM SX Eagle, 12 speed |
Rear Derailleur |
SRAM SX Eagle // SRAM SX Eagle |
Crank |
SRAM SX Eagle, 30T steel ring, 49mm chainline, 155mm length |
Bottom Bracket |
Truvativ Powerspline, 73mm, threaded cartridge, 118mm spindle |
Cassette |
SRAM PG-1210 Eagle, 11-50, 12 speed |
Chain |
SRAM SX Eagle, 12 speed |
Brake Rotor |
Shimano RT26, 6-bolt,160mm |
Pedal |
VP-536 nylon platform |
Saddle |
Bontrager Arvada, steel rails, 138mm width |
Seatpost |
Bontrager alloy, 31.6mm, 12mm offset, 300mm length // Bontrager alloy, 31.6mm, 12mm offset, 300mm length |
Handlebar |
Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 5mm rise, 690mm width |
Stem |
Bontrager Comp, 31.8mm, 7 degree, 35mm length // Bontrager Comp, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 50mm length |
Headset |
Semi-integrated, 1-1/8 |
Grips |
Bontrager XR Trail Comp, nylon lock-on |
Geometry Chart
B B Drop |
5.7 |
B B Height |
28.6 |
Chainstay Length |
43.8 |
Eff Seat Tube Angle |
73.4 |
Eff Top Tube |
54.4 |
Frame Reach |
37.5 |
Frame Size Letter |
XXS |
Frame Size Number |
13.5 |
Frame Stack |
56.6 |
Head Angle |
69.1 |
Head Tube Length |
9 |
Offset |
4.2 |
Seat Tube |
34.3 |
Seat Tube Angle |
73.4 |
Standover |
65.2 |
Trail |
8.54 |
Wheelbase |
104.8 |
Wheel Size |
26" |
B B Drop |
5.8 |
B B Height |
29.2 |
Chainstay Length |
43.8 |
Eff Seat Tube Angle |
73.5° |
Eff Top Tube |
54.4 |
Frame Reach |
37.6 |
Frame Size Letter |
XS |
Frame Size Number |
13.5 |
Frame Stack |
56.5 |
Head Angle |
69.3° |
Head Tube Length |
9 |
Offset |
4.2 |
Seat Tube |
34.3 |
Seat Tube Angle |
73.5° |
Standover |
65.8 |
Trail |
8.8 |
Wheelbase |
104.9 |
Wheel Size |
27.5" |
B B Drop |
4.8 |
B B Height |
30.2 |
Chainstay Length |
43.8 |
Eff Seat Tube Angle |
73.5° |
Eff Top Tube |
55.5 |
Frame Reach |
38.5 |
Frame Size Letter |
S |
Frame Size Number |
15.5 |
Frame Stack |
57.4 |
Head Angle |
69.3° |
Head Tube Length |
9 |
Offset |
4.2 |
Seat Tube |
36.8 |
Seat Tube Angle |
73.5° |
Standover |
68.6 |
Trail |
8.8 |
Wheelbase |
106.6 |
Wheel Size |
27.5" |
B B Drop |
5.8 |
B B Height |
31 |
Chainstay Length |
43.8 |
Eff Seat Tube Angle |
73.0° |
Eff Top Tube |
60.2 |
Frame Reach |
41.8 |
Frame Size Letter |
M |
Frame Size Number |
17.5 |
Frame Stack |
60.2 |
Head Angle |
69.5° |
Head Tube Length |
9 |
Offset |
4.2 |
Seat Tube |
41.9 |
Seat Tube Angle |
71.9° |
Standover |
74.8 |
Trail |
9.3 |
Wheelbase |
110 |
Wheel Size |
29" |
B B Drop |
5.8 |
B B Height |
31 |
Chainstay Length |
43.8 |
Eff Seat Tube Angle |
73.0° |
Eff Top Tube |
61.8 |
Frame Reach |
43.4 |
Frame Size Letter |
ML |
Frame Size Number |
18.5 |
Frame Stack |
60.2 |
Head Angle |
69.5° |
Head Tube Length |
9 |
Offset |
4.2 |
Seat Tube |
44.4 |
Seat Tube Angle |
71.9° |
Standover |
75.8 |
Trail |
9.3 |
Wheelbase |
111.6 |
Wheel Size |
29" |
B B Drop |
5.8 |
B B Height |
31 |
Chainstay Length |
43.8 |
Eff Seat Tube Angle |
73.0° |
Eff Top Tube |
63.8 |
Frame Reach |
45.1 |
Frame Size Letter |
L |
Frame Size Number |
19.5 |
Frame Stack |
61.1 |
Head Angle |
69.5° |
Head Tube Length |
10 |
Offset |
4.2 |
Seat Tube |
47 |
Seat Tube Angle |
71.9° |
Standover |
75.7 |
Trail |
9.3 |
Wheelbase |
113.7 |
Wheel Size |
29" |
B B Drop |
5.8 |
B B Height |
31 |
Chainstay Length |
43.8 |
Eff Seat Tube Angle |
73.0° |
Eff Top Tube |
65.9 |
Frame Reach |
46.6 |
Frame Size Letter |
XL |
Frame Size Number |
21.5 |
Frame Stack |
63 |
Head Angle |
69.5° |
Head Tube Length |
12 |
Offset |
4.2 |
Seat Tube |
52.1 |
Seat Tube Angle |
71.9° |
Standover |
76.9 |
Trail |
9.3 |
Wheelbase |
115.9 |
Wheel Size |
29" |