The Merida BIG.SEVEN 300 2022 is a versatile 27.5-inch aluminium hardtail mountain bike designed for riders who want agile handling, dependable off-road performance, comfortable geometry, and a versatile gearing range for trail adventures. Built around Merida’s proven BIG.SEVEN platform, this hardtail is designed to provide a balanced riding experience across trails, gravel paths, forest tracks, recreational MTB routes, and everyday off-road adventures.

At the core of the BIG.SEVEN 300 is the BIG.SEVEN TFS III aluminium frame, featuring a double-butted construction that balances durability, responsiveness, and practical weight. The frame uses slim tube shapes for a clean and modern appearance, while its updated geometry is designed around comfort and control rather than an aggressive race position.

The BIG.SEVEN platform is particularly suited to riders who prefer 27.5-inch wheels. Compared with larger 29-inch wheels, the 27.5-inch format offers quick acceleration, responsive steering, and nimble handling. This makes the bike especially enjoyable on winding trails, tighter corners, technical sections, and varied terrain where maneuverability is important.

The frame geometry features a shorter top tube and higher head tube, creating a more upright riding position compared with Merida's more race-focused XC models. This position can reduce strain on the lower back while improving visibility of the trail ahead. The result is a more relaxed and confidence-inspiring riding experience, particularly for recreational mountain bikers and riders who spend long periods exploring off-road routes.

At the front, the bike is equipped with an SR Suntour XCR LOR air suspension fork with 100mm of travel. The suspension fork is designed to absorb impacts from roots, rocks, bumps, and uneven surfaces, helping maintain front-wheel control across changing terrain. Its air-suspension design provides a responsive platform that complements the agile characteristics of the 27.5-inch wheels.

The combination of the suspension fork, aluminium hardtail frame, and 27.5-inch wheels creates a balanced setup that feels responsive while providing enough compliance for everyday trail riding and recreational off-road use.

For gearing, the BIG.SEVEN 300 uses a Shimano Deore 2x10 drivetrain, providing a broad range of gears for climbs, rolling terrain, and faster sections. The double-chainring configuration offers useful gear flexibility, allowing riders to select appropriate ratios as the trail changes.

The drivetrain includes a Shimano Deore M-4100-2 crankset, Shimano Deore M4100 freewheel, Shimano Deore front derailleur, and Shimano Deore M4120 Shadow rear derailleur. Shimano Deore shifters provide reliable gear selection for varied off-road riding. This setup makes the BIG.SEVEN 300 suitable for riders who want both climbing capability and efficient gearing for flatter or faster terrain.

Stopping power comes from Tektro M275 hydraulic disc brakes, paired with Shimano RT10 rotors. The hydraulic braking system provides controlled braking performance and helps riders manage speed confidently on descents, loose trails, corners, and technical sections. Hydraulic disc brakes also offer consistent control across a range of riding conditions, making them well suited to adventurous off-road use.

The bike is equipped with Maxxis Ikon tyres on both the front and rear. These tyres complement the BIG.SEVEN's versatile trail character and are suitable for a range of off-road surfaces. Combined with the responsive 27.5-inch wheelset, they provide a well-rounded setup for recreational MTB riding, forest trails, gravel routes, and mixed terrain.

The BIG.SEVEN 300's cockpit and contact points are designed to complement its comfortable trail-oriented geometry. It features a MERIDA EXPERT CC handlebar, MERIDA COMP CC stem and seatpost, MERIDA COMP EC grips, and MERIDA COMP SL saddle. These components help create a practical riding position suited to longer recreational rides and varied off-road adventures.

The wheel system uses Shimano TX505 hubs, MERIDA COMP CC rims, and black stainless spokes. Together with the Maxxis tyres, the wheelset provides a dependable foundation for everyday trail riding and off-road exploration.

One of the defining characteristics of the Merida BIG.SEVEN 300 2022 is its balance between performance and accessibility. Rather than focusing exclusively on aggressive XC racing, the bike offers a more relaxed and versatile setup designed for riders who want to enjoy the trail while maintaining confident control. The upright geometry improves forward visibility, while the 27.5-inch wheels make the bike easy to maneuver.

This makes the BIG.SEVEN 300 suitable for a broad range of riding styles, including recreational mountain biking, trail riding, fitness cycling, gravel riding, forest exploration, weekend adventures, and general off-road cycling.

The bike is built around Merida's long-standing BIG.SEVEN hardtail platform, which represents decades of experience in bicycle development and manufacturing. The combination of modern frame geometry, carefully selected components, and practical trail-focused design creates a hardtail that is ready for a wide variety of riding environments.

With a BIG.SEVEN TFS III aluminium frame, 27.5-inch wheels, SR Suntour XCR LOR 100mm air suspension fork, Shimano Deore 2x10 drivetrain, Tektro M275 hydraulic disc brakes, Shimano RT10 rotors, Maxxis Ikon tyres, and a 135kg maximum system weight, the BIG.SEVEN 300 offers a dependable and versatile package for riders looking to explore beyond paved roads.

Finished in Orange / Black, the bike combines a distinctive appearance with practical off-road capability. Its medium 17-inch frame size provides a balanced platform for riders suited to that frame configuration.

Whether you're tackling your first mountain-bike trail, exploring local forest paths, riding gravel roads, improving your fitness, or heading out for a weekend off-road adventure, the Merida BIG.SEVEN 300 2022 delivers a combination of agile 27.5-inch handling, comfortable geometry, suspension control, versatile Shimano gearing, and hydraulic braking performance.

Designed for riders who value comfort, control, and versatility, the BIG.SEVEN 300 is a capable aluminium hardtail that brings Merida's proven mountain-bike engineering to everyday trail adventures.