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TREK MARLIN 8 GEN.3

Weight 14.56kg, large size w/o pedals Frame ‘Alpha Silver’ aluminium alloy Fork RockShox Judy Silver, 100mm travel Drivetrain SRAM SX Eagle (1x12) Wheelset Bontrager Kovee rims/Formula hubs, Maxxis Ardent EXO 29x2.4in tyres Brakes Shimano MT200, 180mm rotors Bar/stem Bontrager, 750mm/Bontrager, 50mm Seatpost/saddle TranzX dropper/Bontrager Arvada

or adventures with more off-road trails than tarmac, a hardtail mountain bike is a good bet. The rigid rear end means no power is lost on smooth climbs or flatter sections, while the suspension fork, fat tyres, more upright ride position and stable geometry provide control

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