2022 Trek Marlin 8 Mountain Bike

SKU: ae00-18357

Manufacturer Part #: MARLIN8XLBL

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.

It's right for you if...

You want a race-ready mountain bike with upgrades on the parts that make a big difference in performance, like a lighter, higher quality suspension fork, wide-range 1x drivetrain, and tubeless ready wheels.

The tech you get

A light frame with internal cable routing, a smoother-feeling RockShox Judy Silver fork with a Solo Air spring and TurnKey hydraulic lockout, Shimano hydraulic disc brakes, tubeless ready Bontrager Kovee wheels, and a simple 1x12 drivetrain that ditches the front derailleur for less clutter and easier operation. The wide-range 11-50 cassette gives you all the gears you need for clawing up climbs and blazing down descents.

The final word

The tubeless ready wheels, RockShox suspension, wide range of gearing, and quality parts make it an awesome choice for new mountain bikers who know they want a serious bike for their money. It’s fully capable of taking on big trail adventures and XC races.

Why you'll love it

This is one of our most popular bikes for good reason. You get all the value, plus all the versatility—it's a totally race-worthy mountain bike, with rear rack mounts if you use it for commuting too
The RockShox fork's Solo Air spring can easily be adjusted for a specific rider weight, and it's 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

Frameset

Frame	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)

Wheels

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	Size: XXS , XS , S , M , ML , L , XL , XXL Bontrager Kovee, double-wall, Tubeless Ready, 28-hole, 23mm width, presta valve
Rim	Size: M , ML , L , XL , XXL Bontrager Kovee, double-wall, Tubeless Ready, 32-hole, 23mm width, presta valve
Tire	Size: XXS Maxxis Ardent, tubeless, EXO casing, folding bead, 60tpi, 26x2.40''
	Size: XS , S Maxxis Ardent Race, tubeless, EXO casing, folding bead, 60tpi, 27.5x2.35''
	Size: M , ML , L , XL , XXL Maxxis Ardent Race, tubeless, EXO casing, folding bead, 60tpi, 29x2.35''
Max tire size	Frame: 29x2.20" (XS & S: 27.5x2.4") Fork: See manufacturer

Drivetrain

Shifter	SRAM SX Eagle, 12 speed
Rear derailleur	SRAM SX Eagle
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/2x: 34T, 3x: 42T

Components

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 alloy, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 35mm length

Size: XXS , XS

Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 50mm length

Size: S

Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 60mm length

Size: M

Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 70mm length

Size: ML , L

Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 80mm length

Size: XL , XXL

Bontrager alloy, 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

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).