The Trek Marlin 5 is a trail-worthy daily rider that's perfectly suited for everyday adventures, on and off the trail. It features a trail-savvy frame with a suspension fork, 9-speed Shimano CUES shifting and mounts for a rack and kickstand that make it an ideal choice for trail riders or anyone looking for a comfortable, stable commuter with the ruggedness of a real mountain bike.
Sunset Cycles offers the 2026 Trek Marlin 5 Gen 3 hardtail bike in Fury Red finish with up to 24 months 0% finance and free delivery.
The 2026 Trek MARLIN (GEN 3) range: Marlin 4 Gen 3 (Blue Sage) | Marlin 4 Gen 3 (Purple/Black) | Marlin 5 Gen 3 (Blue) | Marlin 5 Gen 3 (Green/Aqua) | Marlin 5 Gen 3 (Red) | Marlin 6 Gen 3 (Lava) | Marlin 6 Gen 3 (Lavender) | Marlin 6 Gen 3 (Lichen/Green) | Marlin 7 Gen 3 (Dark Web) | Marlin 7 Gen 3 (Mint) | Marlin 7 Gen 3 (Red/Grey)
| Frame & Fork | |
| Frame | Size: XS Alpha Silver Aluminium, curved top tube, internal derailleur and dropper post routing, rack and kickstand mount, 135x5 mm ThruSkew Size: ML , M , L , S , XL , XXL Alpha Silver Aluminium, internal derailleur and dropper post routing, rack and kickstand mount, 135x5 mm ThruSkew |
| Fork | Size: XS SR Suntour XCT 30, coil spring, preload, hydraulic lockout, 42 mm offset for 27.5" wheel, 100 mm QR, 80 mm travel Size: S SR Suntour XCT 30, coil spring, preload, hydraulic lockout, 42 mm offset for 27.5" wheel, 100 mm QR, 100 mm travel Size: ML , M , L , XL , XXL SR Suntour XCT 30, coil spring, preload, hydraulic lockout, 42 mm offset for 29" wheel, 100 mm QR, 100 mm travel |
| Wheels & Tyres | |
| Hub front | Formula DC-20, alloy, 6-bolt, 5x100 mm QR |
| Hub rear | Formula DC-22, alloy, 6-bolt, Shimano 8/9/10 freehub, 135x5 mm QR |
| Rim | Bontrager Connection, double-wall, 32-hole, 20 mm width, Schrader valve |
| Tyre | Size: XS , S Bontrager Montrose Comp, wire bead, 30 tpi, 27.5x2.40" Size: ML , M , L , XL , XXL Bontrager Montrose Comp, wire bead, 30 tpi, 29x2.40" |
| Drivetrain | |
| Shifter | Shimano U4000, 9-speed |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano CUES U4000 |
| Crank | Size: ML , M , XS , S Shimano CUES U4001, 32T, 52mm chain line, 170 mm length Size: L , XL , XXL Shimano CUES U4001, 32T, 52mm chain line, 175mm length |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano, 73 mm, threaded cartridge, 122.5 mm spindle |
| Cassette | Shimano LINKGLIDE LG300, 11-46, 9-speed |
| Chain | Shimano LG500 |
| Bottom bracket | VP-536 nylon platform |
| Components | |
| Saddle | Bontrager Verse Short, stainless steel rails |
| Seatpost | Size: M , XS , S Bontrager alloy, 31.6 mm, 12 mm offset, 330 mm length Size: ML , L , XL , XXL Bontrager alloy, 31.6 mm, 12 mm offset, 400 mm length |
| Handlebar | Size: XS Bontrager alloy, 31.8 mm, 5 mm rise, 690 mm width Size: S Bontrager alloy, 31.8 mm, 15 mm rise, 720 mm width Size: ML , M , L , XL , XXL Bontrager alloy, 31.8 mm, 15 mm rise, 750 mm width |
| Grips | Trek Line Comp, nylon lock-on |
| Stem | Size: XS , S Bontrager Comp, 31.8 mm, 7-degree, 35 mm length Size: ML , M , L Bontrager Comp, 31.8 mm, Blendr compatible, 7-degree, 50 mm length Size: XL Bontrager Comp, 31.8 mm, Blendr compatible, 7-degree, 60 mm length Size: XXL Bontrager Comp, 31.8 mm, Blendr compatible, 7-degree, 70 mm length |
| Head set | Semi-integrated, 1-1/8'' |
| Brake | Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc |
| Brake rotor | Size: ML , M , XS , L , S , XL , XXL Shimano RT26, 6-bolt, 160 mm Size: ML , M , L , XL , XXL Shimano RT26, 6-bolt, 180 mm |
| Brake Set | Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc |
| Weight | |
| Weight | M - 15.10 kg / 33.29 lbs |
| Weight limit | This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider and cargo) of 136 kg (300 lb). |
| Frame Size | Rider Height* (metric) | Rider Height* (imperial) |
| X Small | 145 - 155 cm | 4'9" - 5'1" |
| Small | 155 - 165 cm | 5'1" - 5'5" |
| Medium | 165 - 173 cm | 5'5" - 5'8" |
| Medium/Large | 173 - 180 cm | 5'8" - 5'11" |
| Large | 180 - 188 cm | 5'11" - 6'2" |
| X Large | 188 - 195 cm | 6'2" - 6'5" |
| XX Large | 195 - 203 cm | 6'5" - 6'8" |
| *This is for guidance only. You may be taller or shorter, it doesn't mean our bikes will not fit you. The best way to determine the correct bike size for you is to try one. Please contact us if you are in any doubt about the correct bike size for you. | ||