Trek marlin singlespeed 29er

13 January 2019

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Trek Marlin 29er Hardtail

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Sure, the components aren't great, and the fork is like a pogo stick, but I've taken it on local mountain trails and I have jumped it, went down rocky turns, crashed it a few times, and it's still working 100%. Before I sold my SS, I put the rigid back on and it was so much more fun, just can't hit the same trails as fast. You're new to the trail, and you're looking for a great value on a real mountain bike that can double as a commuter.

All in all this is a great bike and having a 29er ss in the stable is a must!! See Sheldon Brown's website for advice on chain tension etc.

Trek Marlin 29er Hardtail - Weakness: The chain tension system is ATROCIOUS.

My one and only MTB ride is a 2008 Kona Hei Hei 2-9 and I love it. Lately I have given serious consideration to getting a second bike, a 29er SS. It appeals to me and I'd like to spend some time on a 29er SS here Phoenix, AZ and see how I really like it after putting miles in the saddle. My story is common, on a budget, kids, mortgage, etc. What I want and what I can realistically afford are not in sync. I would like a Ti frame with Stans wheels and a Reba fork, but what I can afford is a used 29er SS. I happened to run across the new 2011 Trek 'Gary Fisher Collection' Marlin Singlespeed, due out in a month or two. It sounds like it is the Rig frame and equipped with lesser components than a Rig. The frame is probably the highest level spec of the bike - but if the rest seems good enough then I was thinking this may not be a bad way to go in order to get a decent bike to try out SS'ing. Any thoughts on this bike and how it is spec'd out? I've never seen the those SR Suntour suspension forks - but honestly if they work fine I'm not a big name snob, doesn't have to be a Reba or Fox to make me happy. Let's hear what you guys think about this. It does look like a decent bike for a decent price, but I'd probably keep looking at used bikes, especially if you know enough to differentiate between good and bad deals and between used and abused. Alternatively, rigid singlespeeds can be found even cheaper if you're ready for another layer of challenging fun A new Monocog is about the most smiles-per-dollar you can buy, a new Monocog Flight is one of the best deals for a quality bike, and there are tons of used rigid SS 29ers all over the place. I agree with Boomn. For ride per buck, you will have trouble beating a used bike and if you are looking to upgrade components from that Trek already, that may be the slipper slope into a money pit. Trust me on this. The trick to buying used is patience and to buy a whole bike not in pieces. It is nice to try out a bike before you buy it, but Ebay can do wonders on finding a good deal if you don't have the patience for CL. It does look like a decent bike for a decent price, but I'd probably keep looking at used bikes, especially if you know enough to differentiate between good and bad deals and between used and abused. Alternatively, rigid singlespeeds can be found even cheaper if you're ready for another layer of challenging fun A new Monocog is about the most smiles-per-dollar you can buy, a new Monocog Flight is one of the best deals for a quality bike, and there are tons of used rigid SS 29ers all over the place. I should mention that I am only looking at HardTails not fully rigid, our rough terrain out here is just too much for me on a rigid. That certainly is a good price for a HT. Get with your LBS and ask about finding a 2010 GF Rig. It has a much better fork. A good set of mechanicals has much better modulation than cheap hydro brakes IMO. Think I'd rather have the BB7's than those Juicy brakes. I picked up a used GF Rig two weeks ago. I'm used to Juicy 7's and really tried to like the BB7's. After two rides I ended up selling the BB7's and bought some used Juicy 5's. I actually made a few dollars in the end. Love the bike, my BlurLT is going to get awful dusty sitting in the garage..... A good set of mechanicals has much better modulation than cheap hydro brakes IMO. Think I'd rather have the BB7's than those Juicy brakes. I have a couple bikes equipped with Juicy 3s... To be honest, I can't tell any difference in stopping power or modulation from level of Juicy brake to another. They all feel the same to me. I also used Avid BB7s for years and was a loyal follower until I finally made the switch to hydros. Maybe not dry, but at least make you spend enough to realize you should've bought a better bike to begin with. Plus, it's an anvil to boot. I'd look at the Redline Monocog or Monocog Flight and just lower the tire pressure to 25 or so. I am in the Rockies and found rigid bikes to be fun. Rigs are nice, but you'll spend a lot upgrading. I had an 07 rig which I did like, but Felt is so much nicer. I'm curious to know where you feel the Felt Solo is a better bike? I'm looking through the specs and the only thing I see that might be better is the brakes, but the die-hard BB7 fans would disagree. The rest of the parts are Felts proprietary parts which are very similar to the Rig's specs with Bontrager. I'm just curious, not trying to start a war of words..... Said it wasn't available until then. It took over three weeks of searching, but it was worth the wait. I'm curious to know where you feel the Felt Solo is a better bike? I'm looking through the specs and the only thing I see that might be better is the brakes, but the die-hard BB7 fans would disagree. The rest of the parts are Felts proprietary parts which are very similar to the Rig's specs with Bontrager. I'm just curious, not trying to start a war of words..... I did still replace the cockpit, but wheels, cranks, brakes are all much nicer in my opinion. Still new, so time will tell. I have heard mixed feedback re: Felt customer service. Adam hey 2slo, no war... I did still replace the cockpit, but wheels, cranks, brakes are all much nicer in my opinion. Still new, so time will tell. I have heard mixed feedback re: Felt customer service. I already upgraded the cockpit, changed out the BB7's for some hydro's and am currently looking for some lighter wheels. It's funny that no matter what bike I've bought, I've always done those same things..... And now, based on your comments, I'm going to have to look at the crankset. I just got back from a ride... I already upgraded the cockpit, changed out the BB7's for some hydro's and am currently looking for some lighter wheels. It's funny that no matter what bike I've bought, I've always done those same things..... And now, based on your comments, I'm going to have to look at the crankset. I just got back from a ride... I change them on every bike. They're the part that finished off the fit so it's kindof personal. I usually try to swap some stuff out at the dealer to save that, but others I always seem to try first so that I can know... The stealth sneak-up is also nice. It's just bad when they pass you again on the flats so you riding a 2010 rig? How do you like the G2? I change them on every bike. They're the part that finished off the fit so it's kindof personal. I usually try to swap some stuff out at the dealer to save that, but others I always seem to try first so that I can know... The stealth sneak-up is also nice. It's just bad when they pass you again on the flats so you riding a 2010 rig? How do you like the G2? I just picked up a used 09 Rig trying to satisfy my desire for a Tallboy. I've been on a BlurLT for the past 5 years and my LBS is trying to convince me that I need to part with my money. I have loved it but was ready to try something different. I just know the bike is stable whether it be climbing, descending or doing switchbacks. I miss the rear suspension but I think that once I get a bit more dialed in, I won't even notice..... I just had my LBS order a Marlin Single Speed. I've read the comments and critisizms of this particular choice, but I've also found a few things. According to Trek it is actually the Rig frame. I know you are mostly all purist mountain bikers, but my eventual goal is to make a true dual purpose bike out of this. My other bike is a Jekyll by the way. Any thoughts would be appreciated. Howdy, I've got the Marlin SS, and it's a fun bike with a good price starting out. As far as good stuff. It's a very confident feeling fun to jump bike with good gear ratio for where I live. The build quality seems very solid, and I really like the drop-out configuration they used. It also looks to have everything already in place to be ready to change to gears if the need arises. When mine arrived, it came with Maxxis Crossmark tires different from the spec on the website that seem to do very well in hardpack and some mud, and did relatively well in leaf covered sections. I have yet to test in rockier sections. The wheels seem to be solid and did a good job. The Tektro Novela's seem to do a competent job with stopping I weigh about 140, YMMV. On top of all that, the sweep handlebars are positively perfect for me. The not as good list is pretty small. The levers, well they work. The rear hub I'm not in love with as it feels... The fork is ok, but I wouldn't want to put too much stress on it. It's probably better than say, a Dart 2, but as it goes, I've already got a new Recon coming to replace it. I purchased a Marlin Single Speed in as a second bike to my Stumpy FSR. I had a 2010 Rig and sold it to help fund my Stumpjumper. I found out very quickly that I missed having a 29er SS. I have been very happy with the Marlin so far, but I have replaced the rear hub, fork, stem and handle bars. I did not feel confident with the fork and I replaced it with a Rockshox Tora. This is not a big upgrade, but it is an improvement from the Suntour. The stock rear hub locked up on me and turned into a fixe during one of my rides. My LBS said it was due to dirt and grim getting inside. The Tektro brakes are extremely noisy and are probably the next thing to go! I am hoping that maybe with a little more use the will get quieter. All in all this is a great bike and having a 29er ss in the stable is a must!! Since my last post in this thread I've made several changes that have vastly improved the ride characteristics. The biggest was the fork. I placed a Recon in place of the junk Suntour fork. I lost the G2 offset, but really have felt no appreciable difference there. I've replaced the entirety of the brake set up with BB7's on SD7 levers with XTR cables. Lastly, I changed the freewheel to an ACS that seems better all the way around. In the future I plan to possibly change the freewheel and cranks. The freewheel will be a 18t Eno Trials. I have thought of using White Industries Eno cranks, but haven't read up on those too much to have too much of an opinion yet. I have a Marlin SS. I ended up replacing every part on it other than the frame and headset. I really do like the G2 geometry, I replaced the fork with a G2 Recon which I don't like and will be replacing yet again with a Reba RLT Dual-air next week. Just by getting a Reba RLT and Stans Arch's you'll drop around 4lbs, plus you can lose another pound with lighter tires and going tubeless. I'm currently sitting at 22. Only other things I'll change in the near future are a HBC cog and Hope X2 brakes, I'll be in the high 21's for weight. Noob here - How can I tell the gear ration for the Marlin SS? I am just getting back into biking, and am not having luck finding a starter bike on a very limited budget. My concern is that I will be using this to commute a lot. Due to afore mentioned budget concerns, I would like to avoid upgrades for a while. I figure at most I would be traveling 40 miles at a time round trip if I did it. Got a used fox f29 100mm G2 from some guy who went rigid and I'm good to go. Still cheaper than 2010 Rig, but the big bonus is the sliding dropouts vs. Spindle is 121mm so I had to stick with the stock crankset, for now. Will post a pic later, bike really looks good with the black Fox fork. It's heavy but Soul Cycles has a 485mm fork that would be close to retaining the stock geometry feel. There are several 80mm correct forks that worked well with the older 80mm correct G2 frames, way less options since the geometry was shifted to work with a 100mm fork. Unless your cool with a little steeper angles and a lower BB height. Picked it up today and did a short ride around the neighborhood... Immediately changed to a wider bar and new stem... Threw on some eggbeaters and a fsa seatpost. Going to take it on deem tomorrow at 5pm. You are correct the zion was steel. The marlin is heavier but so far feels good just did a little wash riding tonight. Tell me if i should get the steel or alu, Im in horrible dilemma! I believe they are having the same frame. After a long ride with lots of hills I have to say I love this bike but the freewheel needs replacement asap! When really cranking on it up hill it skipped. I'm talking about every pedal rotation. Ordering a white industries Eno. I have to say the bike handled really well and I love the g 2 seems quicker in turns and the technical stuff. Went and looked at similar-framed Treks today; my local Trek dealer doesn't keep the Marlin SS in stock. Pouring rain so I couldn't test ride today, but I'm going back Wednesday and figuring out a size and putting a deposit down for one. By the way, I found a recently posted review of the Marlin SS: glaring photosah! Went and looked at similar-framed Treks today; my local Trek dealer doesn't keep the Marlin SS in stock. Pouring rain so I couldn't test ride today, but I'm going back Wednesday and figuring out a size and putting a deposit down for one. By the way, I found a recently posted review of the Marlin SS: Hey, dont forget to tell me what size you ended up with. I am between 17. You are correct the zion was steel. The marlin is heavier but so far feels good just did a little wash riding tonight. I an 6'1'' and I got the 17. This is my first MTB and first new bike in like 20yrs - I am thinking that a new layback seat post would be a good addition if I feel cramped but as it is now I feel good on it. Just want to upgrade the cranks to a 185mm or 180mm from the current 175mm.. I did take them off right after I took pics, I felt kinda dorky with them in the spokes like when i was a kid. Although I will be riding at night and will have to do something as the local law enforcement around here like to give tickets to those cyclists who don't have lights on at night.. I an 6'1'' and I got the 17. This is my first MTB and first new bike in like 20yrs - I am thinking that a new layback seat post would be a good addition if I feel cramped but as it is now I feel good on it. Just want to upgrade the cranks to a 185mm or 180mm from the current 175mm.. My first MTB was a size too small for me, but it felt good and worked for a couple years getting me back into biking. Sold my Mary last year and missing having an SS 29er around for fun. What size are you guys riding? The Rig had a kinda long ETT and I didn't like that, not sure how this bike's geo compares, the Rig I rode was a couple years ago... I would think that you'd be a 19, but like I said the TT was kinda long. What's your LBS say? Noob here - How can I tell the gear ration for the Marlin SS? I am just getting back into biking, and am not having luck finding a starter bike on a very limited budget. My concern is that I will be using this to commute a lot. Due to afore mentioned budget concerns, I would like to avoid upgrades for a while. I figure at most I would be traveling 40 miles at a time round trip if I did it. I would stay far away from any Walmart bike shaped object. Personally I really liked my SS rigid, however when I was ripping up the trails and hangin with my geared FS and HT buddies, a Reba became a necessity from all the pounding that my arms and hands were taking. We don't have many smooth trails around here. Before I sold my SS, I put the rigid back on and it was so much more fun, just can't hit the same trails as fast. My first MTB was a size too small for me, but it felt good and worked for a couple years getting me back into biking. Sold my Mary last year and missing having an SS 29er around for fun. I would like to be able to handle this on the trail - Jump etc.. It was cheap enough as a first bike and get some experience and maybe i too will realize its to small, but for now it feel good. Now I am a fat old man trying to relive my childhood cuz my kids are old enough to wipe their own butts Noob here - How can I tell the gear ration for the Marlin SS? I am just getting back into biking, and am not having luck finding a starter bike on a very limited budget. My concern is that I will be using this to commute a lot. Due to afore mentioned budget concerns, I would like to avoid upgrades for a while. I figure at most I would be traveling 40 miles at a time round trip if I did it. Super easy to swap yourself. They just spin off reverse thread with a tool or a hammer and screw driver, The tool the LBS sold me was the wrong size and i was impatient. I would like to be able to handle this on the trail - Jump etc.. It was cheap enough as a first bike and get some experience and maybe i too will realize its to small, but for now it feel good. I will be alright if I were to ride it slow, commuting or xc. This is just my feelings. It was raining so I couldn't ride, though. I went back yesterday and rode them, and the 19 felt much better when I was riding, though it was just in the bike store parking lot. Excited to find a Trek Marlin SS thread out there! I few months ago I bought a 'new with tag' 2011 Marlin SS from a friend of mine, who buys bikes in bulk for this mountain bike camp he runs. I'm 5'11, 190 give or take. The 19 inch felt to big. I'd ridden a mongoose canaan FS for a few years prior and this was quite a change in riding style for me. I ended up selling the Mongoose, which i initially really regretted, but now i am more comfortable than ever on this 29r. First thing I changed was the brakes, i actually transferred my avid juice 3 hydro's from the mongoose to this bike and vise versa before i sold it. Sooner or later i will upgrade the brakes, but for now they do the job. They seem to have gotten louder though as time goes on. I replaced the strange sweeping handle bar with a FSA low rise and switched the stem for a shorter FSA as well. Some Ergo grips and clipless pedals and it's the setup i currently have. I'm looking for a nice fork upgrade. I've gotten real comfortable on the bike as far as geometry and handling goes, but the fork does not instill any confidence in me. Probably a recon or fox fork will be in my future. Then comes the issue of single speed vs geared and hard tail vs FS. I'll start with the latter. On rocky descents i really miss the FS but I've taken some reasonably big drops and fared quite well without the FS. The single speed has given me quite a challenge, and unfortunately, i'm about the bow out of the challenge. I tend to ride with people who are just a few steps ahead of me in terms of riding prowess and endurance, and although I can hang with them like the best of em for the first 10-12 miles, once it comes to the longer rides, i crumble. Several serious leg cramps and walks of shame back to the car have made up my mind to add some gears. Initially i was thinking of going the franken bike route and just install some friction shifters with a short cage derailleur and add maybe one or two gears. I still haven't made up my mind, but i'm now interested in the alfine setup although, mainly because of what was mentioned in this thread but not yet because of my own research. I've already ordered the sawyer hanger drop out, so i guess that's the first step. I'll post a pic or two of my current setup and of the transition to geared setup. I'm still riding on the original tires, which i do not like at all. I'll probably switch to nevegals with the rear tire installed backwards like i did on the mongoose. I'm fortunate to live near a reservoir and have 7 acres of woods in my back yard that lead to the trails at the reservoir. Sorry for this insanely long post, deal with it. Other part swaps possible too. ION, just had to replace my drop-out. I read several reviews saying the Marlin SS is heavy. I guess it's all relative, but compared to the 2002 Raleigh M50 it's replacing it seems pretty light to me. I'll take this SS over that 24 speed any day. The parts on the bike are definitely on the lower end, but it's still a whole lot of fun. At this price I can upgrade a couple things. The handlebars and pedals will probably be at the top of the list. I've only had it out twice so far for a total of about 14 miles, but am really liking it. Can't wait to get it back out this weekend! It looks like my friend will be selling her Fox F29 RL G2 from her 2009 HiFi. It's white and in good shape except for a lot of paint rub on the top of the crown from cable rub. I read several reviews saying the Marlin SS is heavy. I guess it's all relative, but compared to the 2002 Raleigh M50 it's replacing it seems pretty light to me. I'll take this SS over that 24 speed any day. The parts on the bike are definitely on the lower end, but it's still a whole lot of fun. At this price I can upgrade a couple things. The handlebars and pedals will probably be at the top of the list. I've only had it out twice so far for a total of about 14 miles, but am really liking it. Can't wait to get it back out this weekend! It was last years model and it was the last one. They were just dying to get rid of it so I got it at cost. It's been sitting in my shed ever since I bought an Enduro. I doubt I'll ever ride it again if you live in San Diego and want to buy it. Good bike thus far but the rear hub is creeping forward causing chain slack. Once you change our the cockpit and drop in a serious fork, this will become a helluva bike. Edit: New wheels, drivetrain, fork 120mm Reba , etc. What it looks like in 2017.. Last edited by MTBeing; 11-30-2017 at 10:01 PM.
And now, based on your comments, I'm going to have to look at the crankset. The single speed is great on my local single track trails. I am not sure why others trek marlin singlespeed 29er found it to be so hard, but then again I am sincere to riding a road bike with an extremely stiff seat. ALL BIKES FREE SHIP 48, NO TAX Collected 48 States Gravity 29 29er Single Speed Mountain Bikes Fast, Strong and Lightweight Aluminum Frames. The bike is very comfortable and looks beautiful. Despite my lamentation about the weight 6lbsthe u actually works well. I am a 60 year old Mtn biker that has owned a myriad of various Mtn bike over the past 25 years. I plan to upgrade those as well. The Trek Marlin does not even compare in quality to the little kids' elements I have bought from REI.

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