The Marin Wildcat TRL 3 is purpose-built for riders who demand a bike that can handle technical trails with aggressive confidence while maintaining agile and responsive handling. The foundation is a rugged yet lightweight Series 2 6061 aluminum frame, expertly crafted to balance strength and ride quality. Its trail-oriented geometry features a slack head tube angle that enhances stability at speed and on steep descents, combined with short chainstays that provide quick, playful handling.
The 27.5” wheels are chosen for their maneuverability, offering snappy cornering and better acceleration, especially on tight, technical sections. With Boost 148 rear spacing, the frame achieves greater stiffness and durability, ensuring the wheels track true under hard riding.
Up front, the SR Suntour Raidon 34 Air fork with 140mm of travel uses adjustable rebound and lockout features to tailor suspension performance to your riding style and trail conditions. This air fork absorbs impacts and trail chatter smoothly, boosting rider confidence and traction across challenging terrain.
The braking system uses Tektro HD-M285 hydraulic disc brakes with 180mm rotors on both wheels, providing powerful and consistent stopping power even in muddy or wet conditions—critical for maintaining control on steep or technical descents.
The drivetrain is a standout feature, equipped with a Shimano Deore 1x12-speed setup. The clutch-equipped Shadow+ rear derailleur offers precise, reliable shifting and reduced chain slap, while the wide-range 10–51T cassette delivers gears suited for steep climbs and fast, flowing trails alike. The Marin-forged alloy crank with a 32T narrow-wide chainring simplifies the drivetrain and improves chain retention.
Rolling on robust Marin aluminum double-wall rims paired with aggressive Maxxis Minion DHR II 27.5x2.4” tires, the bike delivers excellent grip, cornering traction, and durability. The tires are tubeless-ready, allowing riders to run lower pressures for improved comfort and traction without fear of flats.
To enhance control on descents and technical trail sections, the Wildcat TRL 3 includes a TranzX dropper post with 125mm travel. This feature enables riders to quickly adjust saddle height on the fly for optimal body positioning and confidence.
In sum, the Marin Wildcat TRL 3 is a high-performance trail bike that combines modern design, quality components, and thoughtful geometry to deliver a versatile ride for riders tackling technical terrain, challenging climbs, and fast descents with equal enthusiasm.
