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Merida Big Nine

Mid-rangeCross-countryHardtailCarbonReleased in 2027
Merida Big Nine, side view

Merida Big Nine

cross-country hardtail mountain bike, carbon frame, 29" wheels, 1×12 drivetrain, mid-range equipment

Key specs

Model year
2027
Frame
Carbon
Suspension
Hardtail, 120 mm
Fork model
RockShox Judy Gold RL, air, blocage à distance
Wheelset
29" · MERIDA COMP CC 29"
Drivetrain
1×12
Groupset
Shimano Deore
Brake model
Shimano MT200 2 pistons
Seatpost
MERIDA COMP CC

Character

The bike at a glance: the ground it is made for, how it handles, its gears and its equipment, beside the other bikes of its kind.

« Mountain bike all-round, rather nimble, average equipment. »

Terrain
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EasyDemanding

As at ease on rough ground as most other cross-country mountain bikes.

Handling
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NimbleStable

Livelier in the turns than most other cross-country mountain bikes.

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Spec sheet

Every value is read on the brand’s page; hover it to see its source and date.

Ride type

Discipline
Cross-country
Suspension
Hardtail

Frame and fork

Frame
Carbon
Max tyre clearance
61 mm
Bottom bracket
BSA
Cable routing
Internal
Seatpost diameter
30.9 mm

Suspension

Fork travel
120 mm
Fork model
RockShox Judy Gold RL, air, blocage à distance

Drivetrain

Groupset brand
Shimano
Groupset
Shimano Deore
Chainrings
1
Gears at the back
12
Chainring teeth
Shimano Deore MT520 32T
Cassette
Shimano Deore M6200 10-51T
Rear derailleur
Shimano Deore M7200
Shifters
Shimano Deore M6200

Brakes

Brakes
Hydraulic disc
Brake model
Shimano MT200 2 pistons
Front rotor
180 mm
Rear rotor
180 mm

Wheels and tyres

Wheel size
700c / 29"
Wheelset
MERIDA COMP CC 29"
Rims
Aluminium
Rim inner width
25 mm
Tubeless ready
yes
Tyres
Maxxis Rekon Race 29x2.4"

Cockpit and seatpost

Handlebar width
760 mm
Handlebar
MERIDA EXPERT CC
Stem
MERIDA TEAM CC III
Seatpost model
MERIDA COMP CC

Weight

Weight
Being updated

Geometry

Geometry size
M
Stack
606 mm
Reach
452 mm
Head angle
68 °
Seat angle
75.3 °
Chainstays
433 mm
Wheelbase
1,146 mm
Bottom bracket drop
65 mm

Spec sheets read at: merida-bikes.com

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Who is it for?

The sports the brand announces, and the features that go with them.

  • Cycling

    • Discipline: Cross-country
    • Suspension: Hardtail
    • Fork travel: 120 mm
    • Wheel size: 700c / 29"

Frequently asked questions

Is the Merida Big Nine a hardtail or a full suspension?

Hardtail, according to the brand.

How much travel does the Merida Big Nine fork have?

120 mm, according to the brand.