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The Merida Big Trail has been a hit with the mountain bike press and trail riders alike. Bikeboard.cc confirmed that we nailed it, while MBR, IMB and many more confirmed that the Big Trail is firmly at the top of the trail hardtail game. Conversations between UK bike shops and Meridas German R & D team resulted in the development of a fun-packed and hugely capable bike. Trail bike geometry combined with a long travel 140 mm fork and grippy 2.4 wide 29er trail tyres make this the perfect companion for exciting trail sessions and demanding all-day rides over rough terrain... Its perfectly suited to UK riding.
Features
29er aluminium hardcore hardtail with FOX 34 Float 140mm fork, Shimano SLX 1 x 12 transmission, XT multi-release shifter and a dropper seat post.
The modern trail bike geometry has a slack enduro inspired 65.5° head angle, steep seat angle and a long reach. A short seat tube delivers a low standover height giving plenty of space to manoeuvre on the bike when the trail gets technical but still accommodates a long travel dropper post. The geometry means most sizes work for most body sizes so riding style can be factored in. If you want to go crazy fast, take the longer size, for agility, take a shorter size. The Big Trail has hidden talents, in addition to two sets of bottle bosses, theres a trail mount under the top tube allowing you to carry tools and extra gear on the bike. Its also possible to fit mudguards and a rack if you want to trek further afield.
Highlights:
Frame |
TFS - 6061 double butted technoformed aluminium, smooth welding, Boost axle standard, tapered head tube, inboard disc mounts, internal cable routing, BSA BB standard, Max. tyre size 29 x 2.5 |
Fork |
FOX 34 Float Performance; Air; 140mm travel; Tapered; 44mm fork offset; Max. tyre size: 29 x 2.6 |
Gears | 12 |
Shifters |
Shimano XT; Multi Release and Shimano SL-MT500-IL dropper post lever |
Rear Derailleur | Shimano SLX M7100 Shadow+; SGS |
Bottom Bracket | Race Face BSA 68/73 – 24mm |
Chain |
KMC X12 |
Chainset | Race Face Aeffect; 32 tooth chainset with Mr. Control CH-CM1 chainguide. Crank length: 170mm (S), 175mm (M,L,XL,XXL) |
Cassette | Shimano Deore M6100; 10-51 teeth; 12 speed |
Brake Lever |
Shimano SLX M7120 |
Front Brake | Shimano SLX M7120; 4 piston hydraulic disc brake caliper with Shimano RT54; 180mm rotor |
Rear Brake | Shimano SLX M7120; 4 piston hydraulic disc brake caliper with Shimano RT54; 180mm rotor |
Grip |
Merida Expert EC |
Handlebar | Merida Expert TR; aluminium; 780mm wide; 20mm rise |
Stem | Merida Expert TR; aluminium; 35mm diameter; 0 degree rise - Stem length: 50mm (all sizes) |
Headset | Merida M2331 |
Pedal | Not Included |
Saddle |
Merida Comp SL; V-mount; including Merida minitool |
Seatpost | Merida Comp TR; 30.9mm diameter; in-line; Drop 125mm (S), 150mm (M/L), 175mm (XL/XXL) |
Wheel Size | 29 |
Rims | Merida Expert TR; 29mm inner rim width; Aluminium; Tubeless ready (tubeless tape and valves not included) |
Spokes | Double Butted Black Stainless |
Front Hub | Shimano SLX; 110x15mm; 32 spokes; Center lock |
Rear Hub | Shimano SLX; 148x12mm, 32 spokes; Center lock. With Merida Expert TR axle including removable lever, 6/4mm allen key |
Front Tyre | Maxxis Dissector; 29 x 2.4; Kevlar bead, folding; TR EXO Dual |
Rear Tyre | Maxxis Dissector; 29 x 2.4; Kevlar bead; folding; TR EXO Dual |
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