{"product_id":"marlin-5-m-l-blk-gen-3","title":"MARLIN 5 M\/L BLK GEN 3","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"364\"\u003eThe Trek Marlin 5 Gen 3 M\/L Black is a versatile hardtail mountain bike designed for trail riding, fitness cycling, commuting, and everyday adventure. The Gen 3 redesign introduced more modern trail geometry, improved stability, and upgraded component integration, making the Marlin 5 one of Trek’s most capable and confidence-inspiring entry-level mountain bikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"y7gjh3\" data-start=\"366\" data-end=\"385\"\u003eKey Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"386\" data-end=\"434\"\u003eThe Marlin 5 Gen 3 is built for riders who want:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"435\" data-end=\"691\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qainl7\" data-start=\"435\" data-end=\"478\"\u003eA capable beginner-friendly mountain bike\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1w5dqdx\" data-start=\"479\" data-end=\"527\"\u003eStable and confidence-inspiring trail handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wylz21\" data-start=\"528\" data-end=\"579\"\u003eVersatility for trails, bike paths, and commuting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1uqm68k\" data-start=\"580\" data-end=\"612\"\u003eReliable hydraulic disc brakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"mtwinj\" data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"651\"\u003eModern geometry for improved control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1577f5o\" data-start=\"652\" data-end=\"691\"\u003eDurable aluminum hardtail performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"693\" data-end=\"874\"\u003eCompared with previous Marlin generations, the Gen 3 platform features slacker geometry and improved trail capability while remaining approachable and efficient for everyday riding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"876\" data-end=\"985\"\u003eThe Black colorway gives the bike a sleek and aggressive trail-bike appearance with a clean modern aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"987\" data-end=\"1010\"\u003eKey highlights include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1218\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jyvxmk\" data-start=\"1011\" 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