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Trek Marlin Gen 3 Mountain Bike Frameset 2023 in Matte Black A lightweight aluminium frame with internal routing to protect your cables and keep your bike looking sleek, plus modern geometry that ups confident handling in varying trail terrain
Trek Marlin Gen 3 Mountain Bike Frameset 2023 in Matte Black A lightweight aluminium frame with internal routing to protect your cables and keep your bike looking sleek, plus modern geometry that ups confident handling in varying trail terrain
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Trek Marlin Gen 3 Mountain Bike Frameset 2026 in Matte Black

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Trek Marlin Gen 3 Mountain Bike Frameset 2026 in Matte Black

Season:2026

Brand:Trek

Code:37982MATBLK

Marlin Frame Set is a lightweight aluminium frame ready to be built into the perfect easygoing trail bike. It's loaded with all-new geometry that's more capable than ever, ideal for gaining confidence and speed on the singletrack.

You're new to mountain biking and want a confidence-boosting bike that's built to handle the trail, and love the idea of putting together your own dream bike build.

A lightweight aluminium frame with internal routing to protect your cables and keep your bike looking sleek, plus modern geometry that ups confident handling in varying trail terrain. Plus, a Thru-Skew rear axle that is safer, simpler and stronger than standard quick-release.

Marlin Frameset is made for taking on the trail. The modern geometry is ultra-capable, and added features – like extra tyre clearance and mounts for racks and kickstands – up the versatility.

Full Specification:

  • Frame:Alpha Silver Aluminium, internal derailleur and dropper post routing, rack and kickstand mount, 135x5 mm ThruSkew (XXS and XS Curved top tube)
  • Max Compatible fork travel:120 mm, XXS: 80 mm
  • Skewer rear:173x5 mm QR
  • Head set:Semi-integrated, 1-1/8"
  • Max tyre sizes:Frame: 29x2.40" (XXS: 26x2.40", XS & S: 27.5x2.40"), Fork: See manufacturer
  • Max brake rotor sizes:Frame: 180 mm (XXS: 160 mm), Fork: see fork manufacturer
  • Max chainring:1x: See FAQ, 2x: 36T, 3x: 42T
  • Weight:M- 3.40 kg / 7.5 lbs
Manufacturers reserve the right to change specifications without notice based on availability at the point of assembly.


Sizing Chart for Trek Marlin Gen 3 Hardtail Mountain Bike

The smaller frame sizes (XXS & XS) have a curved top tube and a lower standover height that makes it easier for smaller riders to mount and dismount, so you get a bike perfectly moulded to your size. XXS comes with 26" wheel (Marlin 8 only), XS and S come with 27.5" wheel.
Frame SizeRider Height (cm)Rider Height (')Inseam (cm)Inseam (")
XXS135 - 1454'5" - 4'9"64 - 6825 - 27
XS145 - 1554'9" - 5'1"69 - 7327 - 29
S155 - 1655'1" - 5'5"74 - 7829 - 31
M165 - 1735'5" - 5'8"79 - 8131 - 32
M/L173 - 1805'8" - 5'11"81 - 8632 - 34
L180 - 1885'11" - 6'2"86 - 8934 - 35
XL188 - 1956'2" - 6'5"89 - 9135 - 36
XXL195 - 2036'5" - 6'8"91 - 9736 - 38

Geometry for Trek Marlin Cross-Country Mountain Bike

All measurements provided in cm unless otherwise stated.

Frame Size Number13.514.515.517.518.519.521.523
Frame Size LetterXXSXSSMMLLXLXXL
Wheel Size26"27.5"27.5"29"29"29"29"29"
A - Seat Tube3234374243.5455054
B - Seat Tube Angle74.0°73.8°73.8°73.4°73.4°73.4°73.4°73.4°
Effective Tube Angle74.0°74.0°74.0°74.0°74.0°74.0°74.0°74.0°
C - Head Tube Length991010.51111.513.515
D - Head Angle66.5°66.5°66.5°66.5°66.5°66.5°66.5°66.5°
E - Effective Top Tube52.155.157.961.563.164.767.870.7
F - Bottom Bracket Height30.231.331.330.830.830.830.830.8
G - Bottom Bracket Drop3.84.54.566666
H - Chainstay Length43.343.343.343.843.843.843.843.8
I - Offset44.24.24.64.64.64.64.6
J - Trail10.411111111111111
K - Wheelbase106109.2112.1116.3118119.7123126.1
L - Standover6565.869.274.775.977.179.181.6
M - Frame Reach36.53941.54445.54749.552
N - Frame Stack54.456.357.260.961.461.863.765.1

Warranty Information for Trek:

Lifetime warranty on Frame sets (frame and rigid fork), main frame and full suspension swing arms for the lifetime of the original owner, and Bontrager wheels with carbon rims.

2-year warranty on Rear suspension linkage components, including bearings, rocker link and accompanying hardware and components, Bontrager wheels with alloy rims, Paint and transfers.

For full warranty policy please visit trekbikes.com

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