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Marlin 8 Gen 2

Model 5256186

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.

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*Please note - spec applies to all sizes unless listed separately

*Frame Size: XXS , XS , S
Alpha Silver Aluminum, curved top tube, internal routing, chainstay disc brake mount, rack and kickstand mount, 135x5mm QR
Size: M , ML , L , XL , XXL
Alpha Silver Aluminum, internal routing, chainstay disc brake mount, rack and kickstand mount, 135x5mm QR
*Fork Size: XXS , XS
RockShox Judy Silver, Solo Air spring, rebound adjust, TurnKey hydraulic lockout, 42mm offset for 27.5'' wheel, 100mm QR, 80mm travel
Size: S
RockShox Judy Silver, Solo Air spring, rebound adjust, TurnKey hydraulic lockout, 42mm offset for 27.5'' wheel, 100mm QR, 100mm travel
Size: M , ML , L , XL , XXL
RockShox Judy Silver, Solo Air spring, rebound adjust, TurnKey hydraulic lockout, 46mm offset for 29'' wheel, 100mm QR, 100mm travel
Max compatible fork travel 100mm (XS & S: 490mm axle-to-crown, M & up: 509mm axle-to-crown)
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
Skewer rear 152x5mm QR
*Rim Size: XXS , XS , S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL
Bontrager Kovee, double-wall, Tubeless Ready, 28-hole, 23mm width, Presta valve
Size: M , ML , L , XL , XXL
Bontrager Kovee, double-wall, Tubeless Ready, 32-hole, 23mm width, Presta valve
Spokes 14g stainless steel, black
*Tire Size: XXS
Maxxis Ardent, tubeless ready, EXO casing, folding bead, 60tpi, 26x2.40''
Size: XS , S
Maxxis Ardent Race, tubeless ready, EXO casing, folding bead, 60tpi, 27.5x2.35''
Size: M , ML , L , XL , XXL
Maxxis Ardent Race, tubeless ready, EXO casing, folding bead, 60tpi, 29x2.35''
Size: M , ML , L , XL , XXL
Maxxis Ardent Race, tubeless ready, EXO casing, folding bead, 60tpi, 29x2.20''
Max tire size Frame: 29x2.20" (XS & S: 27.5x2.40"), Fork: See manufacturer
Shifter SRAM SX Eagle, 12 speed
Rear derailleur SRAM SX Eagle, 12 speed
*Crank Size: XXS
SRAM SX Eagle, 30T steel ring, 49mm chainline, 155mm length
Size: XS , S , M
SRAM SX Eagle, 30T steel ring, 49mm chainline, 170mm length
Size: ML , L , XL , XXL
SRAM SX Eagle, 30T steel ring, 49mm chainline, 175mm 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
Pedal VP-536 nylon platform
Max chainring size 1x: See FAQ, 2x: 36T, 3x: 42T
Saddle Bontrager Arvada, steel rails, 138mm width
*Seatpost Size: XXS
Bontrager alloy, 31.6mm, 12mm offset, 300mm length
Size: XS , S , M
Bontrager alloy, 31.6mm, 12mm offset, 330mm length
Size: ML , L , XL , XXL
Bontrager alloy, 31.6mm, 12mm offset, 400mm length
*Handlebar Size: XXS , XS
Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 5mm rise, 690mm width
Size: S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL
Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 5mm rise, 720mm width
Grips Bontrager XR Trail Comp, nylon lock-on
*Stem Size: XXS
Bontrager Comp, 31.8mm, 7 degree, 35mm length
Size: XXS , XS
Bontrager Comp, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 50mm length
Size: S
Bontrager Comp, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 60mm length
Size: M
Bontrager Comp, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 70mm length
Size: ML , L
Bontrager Comp, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 80mm length
Size: XL , XXL
Bontrager Comp, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 90mm length
Headset Semi-integrated, 1-1/8''
Brake Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc
*Brake rotor Size: XXS , XS , S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL
Shimano RT26, 6-bolt, 160mm
Size: L , XL , XXL
Shimano RT26, 6-bolt, 180mm
Brake Set Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc
Weight M - 13.20 kg / 29.1 lbs (with tubes)
Weight limit This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider, and cargo) of 300 pounds (136 kg).

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Bike and frame weights are based off pre-production painted frames at time of publication. Weights may vary in final production.