marlin gravel bike Marlin 4 Gen 3

marlin gravel bike Marlin 4 Gen 3Marlin 4 is a trail worthy daily rider thats perfectly suited for everyday adventures, on and off the trail. It features a trail savvy frame with a suspension fork, 8 speed Shimano ESSA 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. Will my bike have a curved top tube? Smaller frames have a top tube that dips

Marlin 4 is a trail-worthy daily rider thats perfectly suited for everyday adventures, on and off the trail. It features a trail-savvy frame with a suspension fork, 8-speed Shimano ESSA 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.

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.

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.

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.

Shimano CUES

Inspired 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 Shimano’s new LINKGLIDE drivetrain technology for significantly increased life on wear items like chain, cassette, and chainrings.

Shimano LINKGLIDE

LINKGLIDE technology has been specifically engineered for incredible durability while still delivering smooth and decisive shifting – along with a great pedalling experience. Available exclusively on Shimano CUES drivetrains.

Upgrade your pedals and love your bike more

Pedals are two of the five touchpoints that connect you with your bike, and even though this bike comes with a pair, upgrading to pedals that boost control and grip will greatly improve your ride. See the pedal guide and find the best pedals for your riding style. We recommend flat pedals for simple versatility.

Frame	Alpha Silver Aluminum, internal derailleur & dropper post routing, rack and kickstand mount, 135x5mm ThruSkew
Fork	SR Suntour XCE 28, coil spring, preload, 46mm offset for 29 wheel, 100mm QR, 100mm travel
Tire	Bontrager Montrose comp, wire bead, 30 tpi, 29x2.40
Hub Front	Formula DC-20, alloy, 6-bolt, 5x100mm QR
Hub Rear	Formula DC-22, alloy, 6-bolt, Shimano 8/9/10 freehub, 135x5mm QR
Rim	Bontrager Connection, double-wall, 32-hole, 20mm width, schrader valve
Skewer Rear	173x5mm QR
Shifter	Shimano M315, 8 speed
Rear Derailleur	Shimano ESSA U2000
Crank	ProWheel alloy, 32T narrow-wide steel ring, 175mm length
Cassette	Shimano HG300, 11-45, 8 speed
Chain	KMC Z8.3, 8 speed
Brake	Power BH-M286TF hydraulic disc, 160mm rotor // Power BH-M286TF hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor // Tektro HD-M275 hydraulic disc
Brake Rotor	Tektro, 6-bolt, 160mm // Tektro, 6-bolt, 180mm
Pedal	nylon platform
Saddle	Bontrager Verse Short, stainless steel rails
Seatpost	Bontrager alloy, 31.6mm, 12mm offset, 400mm length
Handlebar	Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 15mm rise, 750mm width
Stem	Bontrager Comp, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 50mm length
Headset	Semi-integrated, 1-1/8
Grips	Trek Line Comp, nylon lock-on

Geometry Chart

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"