Trek Marlin 6 Gen 3 - Red/Blue - Medium

The Marlin 6 is the perfect ride for progressing your skills on the trails. Its updated, slacker frame geometry makes it significantly easier to control on steep descents, while an upgraded RockShox suspension fork takes the harsh edge off bumpy terrain, roots, and ruts. Completed with integrated frame rack and kickstand mounts, it is incredibly easy to add accessories, making this versatile steed an excellent choice for both singletrack progression and rugged daily commuting.

Specifications

Frameset & Suspension

• Frame: Alpha Silver Aluminium, internal derailleur and dropper post cable routing, structural rack and kickstand mounts, 135x5mm ThruSkew quick-release setup.

  • Note: Sizes XXS and XS feature a curved top tube for lower standover height.

• Fork (RockShox Judy, coil spring, adjustable preload, TurnKey mechanical lockout):

  • Size XXS: 42mm offset for 26" wheel, 100mm QR axle, 80mm travel

  • Sizes XS, S: 42mm offset for 27.5" wheel, 100mm QR axle, 100mm travel

  • Sizes M, ML, L, XL, XXL: 46mm offset for 29" wheel, 100mm QR axle, 100mm travel

Drivetrain & Shifting (Shimano CUES 1x10)

• Shifter: Shimano U6000, 10-Speed

• Front Derailleur: N/A (1x Dedicated drivetrain layout)

• Rear Derailleur: Shimano CUES U6000 GS

• Cassette: Shimano CUES LG300, LINKGLIDE technology, 11-48T, 10-Speed range

• Chain: Shimano LG500

• Bottom Bracket: FSA, 73mm shell, threaded cartridge, 122.5mm spindle

• Pedals: VP-536 nylon low-profile platform pedals

• Crankset Configurations (FSA Alpha Drive, 30T single steel ring):

  • Sizes XXS, XS: 160mm length

  • Sizes S, M, ML: 170mm length

  • Sizes L, XL, XXL: 175mm length

• Max Chainring Limits: 2x configuration: 36T | 3x configuration: 42T (For 1x constraints, cross-reference our store FAQ)

Brakes & Rotors

• Rotors: Tektro 6-bolt, 160mm (Front and Rear)

• Rotor Size Limits: Frame maximum capacity is 180mm (Size XXS limits at 160mm). For fork limits, cross-reference the RockShox specification sheet.

• Hydraulic Brake Set Integration:

  • Sizes XXS, XS, S: Tektro HD-M276 hydraulic disc brakes (short-reach levers optimized for smaller hands)

  • Sizes M, ML, L, XL, XXL: Tektro HD-M275 standard hydraulic disc brakes

Wheels & Tyres

• Rims: Bontrager Kovee, double-wall, Tubeless-Ready, 28-hole, 23mm inner width, Presta valve layout

• Front Hub: Formula DC-20, alloy alloy shell, 6-bolt rotor interface, 100mm QR axle

• Rear Hub: Formula DC-22, alloy shell, 6-bolt rotor interface, Shimano 8/9/10-speed freehub mechanism, 135x5mm axle dropouts

• Rear Skewer: 173x5mm heavy-duty quick-release

• Tyres (Tubeless-Ready, 60 tpi casing):

  • Size XXS: Bontrager XT3 Elite, Inner Strength protection, wire bead, 26" x 2.35"

  • Sizes XS, S: Maxxis Ikon or Maxxis Ardent Race variants, folding bead, 27.5" x 2.35"

  • Sizes M, ML, L, XL, XXL: Maxxis Ikon or Maxxis Ardent Race variants, folding bead, 29" x 2.35"

• Max Tyre Clearance: Frame limits at 2.40" width across all matching wheel standard choices (XXS: 26x2.40" / XS & S: 27.5x2.40" / Medium through XXL: 29x2.40")

Cockpit & Ergonomics

• Saddle: Bontrager Verse Short, stainless steel rail platform

• Headset: Semi-integrated, 1-1/8" threadless profile

• Grips: Bontrager XR Trail Comp, secure nylon lock-on ring

• Handlebars (Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm clamp standard):

  • Sizes XXS, XS: 5mm rise, 690mm width

  • Size S: 15mm rise, 720mm width

  • Sizes M, ML, L, XL, XXL: 15mm rise, 750mm width

• Seatpost Configurations (Bontrager alloy, 31.6mm diameter, 12mm offset):

  • Size XXS: 300mm profile length

  • Sizes XS, S, M: 330mm profile length

  • Sizes ML, L, XL, XXL: 400mm profile length

• Stem Geometry by Size (Bontrager Comp, -7-degree rise):

  • Sizes XXS, XS, S: 35mm length (31.8mm clamp)

  • Sizes M, ML, L: 50mm length (Blendr integrated accessory mount compatible)

  • Size XL: 60mm length (Blendr integrated accessory mount compatible)

  • Size XXL: 70mm length (Blendr integrated accessory mount compatible)

Sizing, Weight & Performance Limits

• Alpha Sizes Available: XXS, XS, S, M, ML, L, XL, XXL

• Total Bike Weight: 14.50 kg / 31.97 lbs (Size Medium configuration setup with standard inner tubes)

• Weight Limit: Maximum total weight safety ceiling of 136 kg / 300 lbs (combined weight of bicycle, trail rider, and loaded frame cargo)

Please Note: We make every effort to ensure the accuracy of the specification information, but components are subject to change by the manufacturer at any time without notice due to ongoing supply chain parts substitutions.