{"product_id":"marlin-5-med-prp-gen-3","title":"MARLIN 5 MED PRP GEN 3","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"406\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eThe Trek Marlin 5 Gen 3 Medium Purple is a versatile hardtail mountain bike designed for trail riding, fitness cycling, commuting, and everyday adventure. The Gen 3 redesign brought updated trail geometry, improved capability, and modern component integration, making the Marlin 5 one of Trek’s most popular entry-level mountain bikes for riders who want both off-road performance and everyday versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"427\" data-start=\"408\" data-section-id=\"y7gjh3\"\u003eKey Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"476\" data-start=\"428\"\u003eThe Marlin 5 Gen 3 is built for riders who want:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"729\" data-start=\"477\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"520\" data-start=\"477\" data-section-id=\"qainl7\"\u003eA capable beginner-friendly mountain bike\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"569\" data-start=\"521\" data-section-id=\"1w5dqdx\"\u003eStable and confidence-inspiring trail handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"621\" data-start=\"570\" data-section-id=\"1wylz21\"\u003eVersatility for trails, bike paths, and commuting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"654\" data-start=\"622\" data-section-id=\"1uqm68k\"\u003eReliable hydraulic disc brakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"693\" data-start=\"655\" data-section-id=\"mtwinj\"\u003eModern geometry for improved control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"729\" data-start=\"694\" data-section-id=\"mrcans\"\u003eA durable aluminum hardtail frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"909\" data-start=\"731\"\u003eCompared with earlier Marlin generations, Gen 3 offers slacker geometry, increased stability, and more trail-focused handling while still remaining approachable for newer riders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1035\" data-start=\"911\"\u003eThe Purple colorway gives the bike a bold and modern trail-bike appearance while maintaining Trek’s rugged hardtail styling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1060\" data-start=\"1037\"\u003eKey highlights include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1259\" data-start=\"1061\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1090\" data-start=\"1061\" data-section-id=\"jyvxmk\"\u003eAlpha Silver Aluminum frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1117\" data-start=\"1091\" data-section-id=\"j2x6dw\"\u003eRockShox suspension fork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1151\" data-start=\"1118\" data-section-id=\"29pfyg\"\u003eShimano CUES 9-speed drivetrain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1175\" data-start=\"1152\" data-section-id=\"ozo87g\"\u003eHydraulic disc brakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1200\" data-start=\"1176\" data-section-id=\"uhn2hm\"\u003eInternal cable routing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1235\" data-start=\"1201\" data-section-id=\"1gn1hn4\"\u003eRack and kickstand compatibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1259\" data-start=\"1236\" data-section-id=\"lsa1pr\"\u003eModern trail geometry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eComponent\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrame\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlpha Silver Aluminum Gen 3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFork\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRockShox Judy, 100mm travel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrivetrain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShimano CUES U4000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpeeds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1x9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShifters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShimano CUES U4000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRear Derailleur\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShimano CUES U4000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCassette\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShimano LINKGLIDE 11-46\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrankset\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForged alloy 30T\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrakes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShimano hydraulic disc brakes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRotors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e180mm front \/ 160mm rear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWheels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBontrager Connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTires\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBontrager XT3 Comp 29x2.40\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTire Clearance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 2.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandlebar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBontrager alloy MTB bar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStem\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBontrager alloy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaddle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBontrager Arvada\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeatpost\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBontrager alloy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrame Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePurple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 31 lbs \/ 14.1 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWheel Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e29\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2038\" data-start=\"2013\" data-section-id=\"tq1d0k\"\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2487\" data-start=\"2039\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2109\" data-start=\"2039\" data-section-id=\"1hlpqtt\"\u003eUpdated Gen 3 geometry improves trail stability and rider confidence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2176\" data-start=\"2110\" data-section-id=\"j7a20x\"\u003eRockShox suspension fork smooths rough terrain and trail chatter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2241\" data-start=\"2177\" data-section-id=\"1em4lep\"\u003eShimano CUES drivetrain provides durable and reliable shifting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2311\" data-start=\"2242\" data-section-id=\"vueq5y\"\u003eHydraulic disc brakes offer strong stopping power in all conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli 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