The BIG.TRAIL 300 is a fun-packed and hugely capable trail bike at an amazing price. Its progressive geometry combined with a long travel 140 mm fork and grippy 2.4" wide 29er trail tyres make it the perfect companion for exciting trail sessions and challenging all-day rides over rough terrain. And the long list of exciting features and upgrades adds to its premium looks.
The BIG.TRAIL is back and better than ever! Hailed by the international mountain bike press as one of the best trail hardtails around, we've tweaked it so it goes up, down and along even faster - which obviously means more fun. With updated, progressive geometry, the new BIG.TRAIL builds on an incredibly successful heritage, with a slack head angle and extended reach helping tame the gnarliest trails and a steeper seat angle that makes climbing up to do it again a breeze. We've also given it a slicker and tricker look and improved the frame protection too, so it'll stay looking good for longer. Join the BIG.TRAIL family and enjoy hassle-free trail fun in spades. Available from XSmall to XLarge, perfect for finding your preferred size and reach options.
Highlights:
- Modern trail bike geometry with long reach, slack head angle and steep seat angle
- 140mm Air sprung fork
- 1 x 9 Shimano CUES drivetrain
- Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc brakes
- Dropper seat post
- Boost Axle standard
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Frame | TFS - 6061 double butted technoformed aluminium, smooth welding, Boost axle standard, tapered head tube, inboard disc mounts, internal cable routing, BSA BB standard, Max tyre size 29" x 2.5" |
| Fork | SR Suntour XCR34; Air; 140mm travel; platform |
| Headset | Acros ICR Merida external neck; Upper and lower IPS sealing |
| Stem | Merida Comp TR; aluminium; 35mm diameter; +7'degree rise - Size - 40 mm |
| Handlebar | Merida Comp TR; aluminium; 780mm wide; 20mm rise |
| Grip | Merida Comp EC |
| Brake Type | Hydraulic disc |
| Brake Lever | Shimano MT200 |
| Front Brake | Shimano MT200; 2 piston with Shimano RT10; 180mm rotor |
| Rear Brake | Shimano MT200; 2 piston with Shimano RT10; 180mm rotor |
| Front Tyre | Kenda Regolith; 29" x 2.4"; wire bead |
| Rear Tyre | Kenda Regolith; 29" x 2.4"; wire bead |
| Wheel Size | 29" |
| Rim | Merida Comp CC II; 25mm inner rim width; aluminium; tubeless ready (tubeless tape and valves not included) |
| Spokes | Black stainless |
| Front Hub | Shimano TC500-B; 110x15mm; 32 spoke; Centerlock |
| Rear Hub | Shimano TC500-HM-B; 148x12mm; 32 spoke; Centerlock |
| Speeds | 9 |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano CUES U4000; |
| Shift Levers | Shimano CUES U4000 |
| Chain | KMC xGlide |
| Cassette | Shimano LG300; 11-46 teeth; 9 speed |
| Chainset | Shimano CUES U4000; 32 teeth - 170 mm for all sizes |
| Bottom Bracket | FSA BB-7420ST 127.5mm |
| Saddle | Merida Comp SL; V-mount |
| Seat Post | Merida Comp TR II; 34.9mm diameter; 0mm layback; XShort: 150mm seat post travel - Short: 170mm seat post travel - Mid/Long: 200mm seat post travel - XLong: 230 mm seat post travel |
