Marlin 7 Gen 3

A modern hardtail with trail-ready suspension, a wide-range 12-speed drivetrain, and everyday utility built into the frame. Marlin 7 Gen 3 is a versatile hardtail that feels at home on local singletrack, fitness rides, and everyday miles around town. Its Alpha Silver Aluminum frame is paired with a 100mm RockShox Judy Silver fork and a SRAM Eagle 12-speed drivetrain for confident climbing, efficient pedaling, and better control over rough ground. Rack and kickstand mounts add real-world practicality, while the included dropper post and hydraulic disc brakes keep it genuinely trail-capable right out of the box.

Key Features

• Alpha Silver Aluminum frame with internal derailleur and dropper post routing for a cleaner look and tidier cable management
• RockShox Judy Silver fork with Solo Air spring, rebound adjust, and TurnKey hydraulic lockout
• SRAM Eagle 12-speed drivetrain with NX Eagle rear derailleur and wide-range 11-50T cassette
• TranzX internal dropper post comes standard on every size, with travel scaled by frame size
• Bontrager Kovee Tubeless Ready rims paired with Maxxis Rekon EXO tubeless-ready tires
• Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc brakes for consistent stopping power
• Rack and kickstand mounts make it easier to use the bike for commuting, utility riding, or everyday transportation
• VP-536 nylon platform pedals are included

Specs Snapshot

• Frame: Alpha Silver Aluminum; internal derailleur and dropper post routing; rack and kickstand mount; XS uses a curved top tube
• Fork: RockShox Judy Silver, Solo Air spring, rebound adjust, TurnKey hydraulic lockout, 100mm travel
• Fork offset: 42mm on XS/S; 46mm on M/ML/L/XL/XXL
• Wheel size: 27.5" on XS/S; 29" on M/ML/L/XL/XXL
• Rims: Bontrager Kovee, double-wall, Tubeless Ready, 23mm internal width, Presta valve
• Tires: Maxxis Rekon, EXO casing, folding bead, tubeless ready, 2.40" width
• Drivetrain: SRAM SX Eagle shifter, crank, and chain; SRAM NX Eagle rear derailleur; SRAM PG-1210 Eagle 11-50 cassette
• Crank length: 170mm on XS/S/M; 175mm on ML/L/XL/XXL
• Brakes: Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc
• Seatpost: TranzX JD-YSI34 internal dropper, 100mm XS/S, 125mm M, 150mm ML/L, 170mm XL/XXL
• Handlebar width: 690mm XS; 720mm S; 750mm M/ML/L/XL/XXL
• Stem length: 35mm XS/S; 50mm M/ML/L; 60mm XL; 70mm XXL
• Saddle: Bontrager Verse Short
• Grips: Trek Line Comp lock-on
• Weight: 14.15 kg / 31.2 lb in size M
• Max system weight: 300 lb / 136 kg
• Rider sizing:
  • XS: 4'9" to 5'1" | inseam 27" to 29"
  • S: 5'1" to 5'5" | inseam 29" to 31"
  • M: 5'5" to 5'10" | inseam 31" to 33"
  • ML: 5'8" to 5'11" | inseam 32" to 34"
  • L: 5'10" to 6'2" | inseam 33" to 35"
  • XL: 6'2" to 6'5" | inseam 35" to 36"
  • XXL: 6'5" to 6'8" | inseam 36" to 38"

Recommended Use
Marlin 7 Gen 3 is a strong choice for riders who want one bike for weekday fitness miles, gravel connectors, and real trail riding on the weekend. It also makes sense for riders stepping up from an entry-level hardtail and looking for better suspension, a wider gear range, and an included dropper post without moving into a more specialized full-suspension platform.

Bottom Line
Marlin 7 Gen 3 delivers real trail capability, everyday usability, and a smart parts package in a hardtail that is easy to ride and easy to live with.