Merida Big Nine 40 Mountain Bike 2026

The start to the proper mountain biking journey: the 2026 Merida Big Nine TFS Hardtail combines modern trail geometry, a capable 120 mm air fork and Shimano’s dependable 1x9 drivetrain in a sleek, durable aluminium package. With 29" wheels, hydraulic disc brakes and Merida’s expertise in aluminium frame building, this is a confidence-inspiring first step into real off-road riding. Highlights Updated TFS aluminium frame with clearance for 2.4" tyres Trail-ready geometry for confident off-road handling 120 mm X-Fusion Migo 32 mm stanchion air fork with lockout Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc brakes Shimano 1x9 drivetrain with wide-range cassette 29" wheels with Shimano hubs and Kenda Booster tyres Size-tuned Merida finishing kit for consistent fit and handling The new TFS frame features full internal cable routing, tapered head tube for upgrade potential, inboard disc mounts, and dropper post compatibility. Riders can choose between Big Nine 29er sizes for speed and efficiency or Big Seven 27.5" options for agility, ensuring every rider finds their perfect fit.

Merida Dirt 700 Mountain Bike 2026

Highlights Tough 6061 aluminium frame with ability to run standard gyro Dirt-jump specific RockShox Pike DJ 100 mm fork Hydraulic SRAM 4-piston rear brake plus cable operated front Tough 160 mm cranks DT Swiss D1900 26" wheelset Singlespeed gearing Our top-end dirt-jump build, made for the trail bosses, slopestyle shredders and pump track pinners. A super tough aluminium frame, 26" wheels and a kit that's ready to take a beating and laugh it off. This one is for the serious trail bosses, slopestyle shredders and pump track pinners. A super-tough aluminium frame is paired with some of the best dirt-jump-ready gear on the market, with the benchmark RockShox Pike DJ fork taking the sting out of landings and the robust 26" DT Swiss wheelset able to take a licking without flinching. We've used a controllable hydraulic SRAM four-piston rear brake with a cable-operated front – and the bike is compatible with gyros if barspins and tailwhips are on the menu.

Merida Big Nine 60 Mountain Bike 2026

Highlights Updated TFS aluminium frame with clearance for 2.4" tyres Trail ready geometry for confident off-road handling 120 mm X-Fusion Migo 32 mm stanchion air fork with lockout Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc brakes Shimano 2x9 drivetrain 29" wheels with Shimano hubs and Kenda tyres Size tuned Merida finishing kit For those looking for more versatility the Big Nine 60 has all the “proper” mountain biking credentials of the Big Nine 40 but with 2x transmission ideal if you spend more time commuting than sessioning. Merida's expertise for over 50 years has been building bombproof aluminium hardtails. The latest generation follows modern mountain bike trends – a longer reach combined with a shorter stem. The geometry features a steeper seat angle and slacker head angle for greater off-road capability but without compromising everyday usability. The sophisticated TFS frames feature: full internal cable routing for a clean, neat set up, tapered headtube offering future upgrade potential, inboard disc brake mounts to protect the brake and maximise stopping power, and dropper post readiness. The new XXS Big Seven size extends the wide range of sizes; Big Nine for taller riders, Big Seven for shorter riders. Riders in the middle can take riding style into account – for speed and efficiency choose a Big Nine, for agility choose a Big Seven.

Merida Big Nine 40 Mountain Bike 2026

Highlights Updated TFS aluminium frame with clearance for 2.4" tyres Trail ready geometry for confident off-road handling 120 mm X-Fusion Migo 32 mm stanchion air fork with lockout Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc brakes Shimano 1x9 drivetrain 29" wheels with Shimano hubs and Kenda tyres Size tuned Merida finishing kit The start to the “proper” mountain biking journey: 29er aluminium hardtail with trail ready geometry, 120 mm air fork with lockout, Shimano 1x9 drivetrain and hydraulic disc brakes. Merida's expertise for over 50 years has been building bombproof aluminium hardtails. The latest generation follows modern mountain bike trends – a longer reach combined with a shorter stem. The geometry features a steeper seat angle and slacker head angle for greater off-road capability but without compromising everyday usability. The sophisticated TFS frames feature: full internal cable routing for a clean, neat set up, tapered headtube offering future upgrade potential, inboard disc brake mounts to protect the brake and maximise stopping power, and dropper post readiness. The new XXS Big Seven size extends the wide range of sizes; Big Nine for taller riders, Big Seven for shorter riders. Riders in the middle can take riding style into account – for speed and efficiency choose a Big Nine, for agility choose a Big Seven.

Merida Big Nine 20 Mountain Bike 2026

Highlights Updated TFS aluminium frame with clearance for 2.4" tyres Trail ready geometry for confident off-road handling 120 mm Suntour suspension fork Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc brakes Shimano 1x8 drivetrain 29" wheels with Shimano hubs and Kenda tyres Size tuned Merida finishing kit 29er hardtail with sophisticated TFS aluminium trail ready geometry frame, Shimano 1x8 drivetrain, SR Suntour 120 mm lockout fork, Shimano hydraulic disc brakes. Merida's expertise for over 50 years has been building bombproof aluminium hardtails. The latest generation follows modern mountain bike trends – a longer reach combined with a shorter stem. The geometry features a steeper seat angle and slacker head angle for greater off-road capability but without compromising everyday usability. The sophisticated TFS frames feature: full internal cable routing for a clean, neat set up, tapered headtube offering future upgrade potential, inboard disc brake mounts to protect the brake and maximise stopping power, and dropper post readiness. The new XXS Big Seven size extends the wide range of sizes; Big Nine for taller riders, Big Seven for shorter riders. Riders in the middle can take riding style into account – for speed and efficiency choose a Big Nine, for agility choose a Big Seven.

Merida Big Nine 15 Mountain Bike 2026

Highlights Updated TFS aluminium frame with clearance for 2.4" tyres Trail ready geometry for confident off-road handling 100 mm Suntour suspension fork Shimano mechanical disc brakes Shimano 2x7 drivetrain 29" wheels with Kenda tyres Size tuned Merida finishing kit 29er hardtail with sophisticated TFS aluminium trail ready geometry frame, Shimano 2x7 drivetrain, SR Suntour 100 mm fork, mechanical disc brakes, Shimano hubs, cassette and chainset. Merida's expertise for over 50 years has been building bombproof aluminium hardtails. The latest generation follows modern mountain bike trends – a longer reach combined with a shorter stem. The geometry features a steeper seat angle and slacker head angle for greater off-road capability but without compromising everyday usability. The sophisticated TFS frames feature: full internal cable routing for a clean, neat set up, tapered headtube offering future upgrade potential, inboard disc brake mounts to protect the brake and maximise stopping power, and dropper post readiness. The new XXS Big Seven size extends the wide range of sizes; Big Nine for taller riders, Big Seven for shorter riders. Riders in the middle can take riding style into account – for speed and efficiency choose a Big Nine, for agility choose a Big Seven.

Merida Big Seven 80 Mountain Bike 2026

Highlights Updated TFS aluminium frame with clearance for 2.4" tyres Trail ready geometry for confident off-road handling 120 mm RockShox Judy Gold air fork with lockout Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc brakes Shimano 1x9 drivetrain 27.5" wheels with Shimano hubs and Kenda tyres Size tuned Merida finishing kit 650b hardtail with sophisticated TFS aluminium frame, Shimano CUES 1x9 drivetrain, RockShox Judy Gold 120 mm air fork with lockout, Shimano hydraulic disc brakes, Shimano hubs and chainset. Merida's expertise for over 50 years has been building bombproof aluminium hardtails. The latest generation follows modern mountain bike trends – a longer reach combined with a shorter stem. The geometry features a steeper seat angle and slacker head angle for greater off-road capability but without compromising everyday usability. The sophisticated TFS frames feature: full internal cable routing for a clean, neat set up, tapered headtube offering future upgrade potential, inboard disc brake mounts to protect the brake and maximise stopping power, and dropper post readiness. The new XXS Big Seven size extends the wide range of sizes; Big Nine for taller riders, Big Seven for shorter riders. Riders in the middle can take riding style into account – for speed and efficiency choose a Big Nine, for agility choose a Big Seven.

Merida Big Seven 60 Mountain Bike 2026

Highlights Updated TFS aluminium frame with clearance for 2.4" tyres Trail ready geometry for confident off-road handling 120 mm X-Fusion Migo 32 mm stanchion air fork with lockout Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc brakes Shimano 2x9 drivetrain 27.5" wheels with Shimano hubs and Kenda tyres Size tuned Merida finishing kit For those looking for more versatility the Big Seven 60 has all the “proper” mountain biking credentials of the Big Seven 40 but with 2x transmission ideal if you spend more time commuting than sessioning. Merida's expertise for over 50 years has been building bombproof aluminium hardtails. The latest generation follows modern mountain bike trends – a longer reach combined with a shorter stem. The geometry features a steeper seat angle and slacker head angle for greater off-road capability but without compromising everyday usability. The sophisticated TFS frames feature: full internal cable routing for a clean, neat set up, tapered headtube offering future upgrade potential, inboard disc brake mounts to protect the brake and maximise stopping power, and dropper post readiness. The new XXS Big Seven size extends the wide range of sizes; Big Nine for taller riders, Big Seven for shorter riders. Riders in the middle can take riding style into account – for speed and efficiency choose a Big Nine, for agility choose a Big Seven.

Merida Big Seven 40 Mountain Bike 2026

Highlights Updated TFS aluminium frame with clearance for 2.4" tyres Trail ready geometry for confident off-road handling 120 mm X-Fusion Migo 32 mm stanchion air fork with lockout Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc brakes Shimano 1x9 drivetrain 27.5" wheels with Shimano hubs and Kenda tyres Size tuned Merida finishing kit The start to the “proper” mountain biking journey: 650b aluminium hardtail with trail ready geometry, 120 mm air fork with lockout, Shimano 1x9 drivetrain and hydraulic disc brakes. Merida's expertise for over 50 years has been building bombproof aluminium hardtails. The latest generation follows modern mountain bike trends – a longer reach combined with a shorter stem. The geometry features a steeper seat angle and slacker head angle for greater off-road capability but without compromising everyday usability. The sophisticated TFS frames feature: full internal cable routing for a clean, neat set up, tapered headtube offering future upgrade potential, inboard disc brake mounts to protect the brake and maximise stopping power, and dropper post readiness. The new XXS Big Seven size extends the wide range of sizes; Big Nine for taller riders, Big Seven for shorter riders. Riders in the middle can take riding style into account – for speed and efficiency choose a Big Nine, for agility choose a Big Seven.

Merida Big Seven 20 Mountain Bike 2026

Highlights Updated TFS aluminium frame with clearance for 2.4" tyres Trail ready geometry for confident off-road handling 120 mm Suntour suspension fork Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc brakes Shimano 1x8 drivetrain 27.5" wheels with Shimano hubs and Kenda tyres Size tuned Merida finishing kit 650b hardtail with sophisticated TFS aluminium trail ready geometry frame, Shimano 1x8 drivetrain, SR Suntour 120 mm lockout fork, Shimano hydraulic disc brakes. Merida's expertise for over 50 years has been building bombproof aluminium hardtails. The latest generation follows modern mountain bike trends – a longer reach combined with a shorter stem. The geometry features a steeper seat angle and slacker head angle for greater off-road capability but without compromising everyday usability. The sophisticated TFS frames feature: full internal cable routing for a clean, neat set up, tapered headtube offering future upgrade potential, inboard disc brake mounts to protect the brake and maximise stopping power, and dropper post readiness. The new XXS Big Seven size extends the wide range of sizes; Big Nine for taller riders, Big Seven for shorter riders. Riders in the middle can take riding style into account – for speed and efficiency choose a Big Nine, for agility choose a Big Seven.

Merida Big Seven 15 Mountain Bike 2026

Highlights Updated TFS aluminium frame with clearance for 2.4" tyres Trail ready geometry for confident off-road handling 100 mm Suntour suspension fork Shimano mechanical disc brakes Shimano 2x7 drivetrain 29" wheels with Kenda tyres Size tuned Merida finishing kit 650b hardtail with sophisticated TFS aluminium trail ready geometry frame, Shimano 2x7 drivetrain, SR Suntour 100 mm fork, mechanical disc brakes, Shimano hubs, cassette and chainset. Merida's expertise for over 50 years has been building bombproof aluminium hardtails. The latest generation follows modern mountain bike trends – a longer reach combined with a shorter stem. The geometry features a steeper seat angle and slacker head angle for greater off-road capability but without compromising everyday usability. The sophisticated TFS frames feature: full internal cable routing for a clean, neat set up, tapered headtube offering future upgrade potential, inboard disc brake mounts to protect the brake and maximise stopping power, and dropper post readiness. The new XXS Big Seven size extends the wide range of sizes; Big Nine for taller riders, Big Seven for shorter riders. Riders in the middle can take riding style into account – for speed and efficiency choose a Big Nine, for agility choose a Big Seven.

Merida Big Trail 500 Mountain Bike 2026

Highlights Modern trail geometry with long reach, slack head angle and steep seat angle 140 mm RockShox Psylo Silver RC air fork 1 × 10 Shimano CUES drivetrain Powerful SRAM DB4 four-piston hydraulic disc brakes Dropper seat post 29" Boost wheels with 2.5" (front) and 2.4" (rear) tyres Trail-ready hardtail: 29er aluminium hardcore hardtail with RockShox Psylo Silver RC 140 mm air-sprung fork, Shimano CUES 1 × 10 drivetrain and powerful SRAM DB4 four-piston hydraulic disc brakes. The original Big Trail concept was born from UK dealers working with Merida R&D: 140 mm air fork, 29" wheels, single-ring transmission and a dropper post. Now in its 2nd iteration, Big Trail is fun-packed and hugely capable. Progressive geometry pairs a steep 76.5° seat angle with a slack 64.0° head angle for efficient climbing and confident stability when the terrain gets steep or rough. Sizing follows the Agilometer principle so most sizes fit most riders — pick longer for speed and stability, shorter for agility.

Merida Big Trail 300 Mountain Bike 2026

Affordable trail performance, dialled for UK riding. The Big Trail brings modern trail geometry, 140 mm air fork, 29" wheels and a dropper seat post into a wallet-friendly package that's as fun as it is capable. Highlights Modern trail bike geometry with long reach, slack head angle and steep seat angle 140 mm air-sprung fork for confident off-road control Shimano CUES 1 x 9 drivetrain Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc brakes Dropper seat post fitted as standard 29" Boost-standard wheels with 2.4" tyres The original Big Trail was born in the UK, designed by riders for the perfect UK trail bike: 140 mm fork, 29" wheels, 1x transmission and a dropper post. The new generation sticks to those principles but refines the package further. With progressive geometry — a steep 76.5° seat angle and slack 64° head angle — it climbs efficiently and descends with confidence. Agilometer sizing means you can pick your size by riding style: longer for stability, shorter for agility.

Merida Big Nine 10K Mountain Bike 2026

Make space in the trophy cabinet. The Merida Big Nine 10K is Merida’s top-tier XC race hardtail, built around their lightest-ever CF5 carbon fibre frame. Progressive geometry, fatigue-reducing compliance and utterly premium kit combine to deliver world-class cross-country performance. Highlights Merida's lightest CF5 carbon fibre frame with 2.4" tyre clearance Progressive geometry with Agilometer sizing for confident handling Fox 32 SC Factory fork with 100 mm travel and remote lockout Wireless Shimano XTR Di2 12-speed drivetrain Reynolds Blacklabel 309 carbon wheelset with lifetime warranty One-piece FSA NS SIC carbon cockpit Shimano XTR brakes with Ice-Tech rotors With Shimano’s flagship XTR Di2 wireless drivetrain, Fox 32 SC Factory suspension and a Reynolds Blacklabel carbon wheelset, the Big Nine 10K is ruthlessly efficient uphill and more confident downhill than ever. This is the ultimate XC race machine.

Merida Big Nine XT Mountain Bike 2026

Benchmark XC performance with wireless precision. The 2026 Merida Big Nine XT blends a lightweight CF3 carbon fibre frame with Shimano’s brand-new XT Di2 12-speed wireless drivetrain for flawless shifting. With an FSA SCi30 carbon wheelset, Fox 32 SC Performance fork and Shimano XT brakes, it’s a cross-country race machine that balances speed, control and modern trail capability. Highlights Lightweight CF3 carbon fibre frame with 2.4" tyre clearance Progressive geometry with Agilometer sizing Fox 32 SC Performance 120mm air fork with remote lockout Shimano XT Di2 12-speed wireless drivetrain FSA SCi30 carbon wheelset with Maxxis Rekon Race 2.4" tyres Shimano XT hydraulic disc brakes Carbon seatpost and one-piece carbon cockpit Engineered for more demanding XC tracks, the Big Nine XT combines carbon wheels, cockpit and frame with rapid-fire wireless shifting to create a bike that sets the benchmark for performance and efficiency. Whether on the race track or long-distance epic rides, this is the ultimate carbon hardtail.

Merida Big Nine 7000 Mountain Bike 2026

XC race speed with electronic precision. The 2026 Merida Big Nine 7000 pairs our lightweight CF3 carbon fibre frame with Shimano’s new Deore Di2 1x12 wireless electronic transmission for lightning-fast shifting. With a Fox 32 SC Performance fork, Maxxis Rekon Race tyres and Shimano SLX hydraulic disc brakes, it’s built to fly on race day or crush fast trails with confidence. Highlights Lightweight CF3 carbon frame with 2.4" tyre clearance Progressive geometry with Agilometer sizing Fox 32 SC Performance 100mm air fork with remote lockout Shimano Deore Di2 12-speed wireless transmission Fast rolling Maxxis Rekon Race tyres Shimano SLX hydraulic disc brakes A true XC weapon, the Big Nine 7000 delivers the speed, precision and low weight of our proven carbon frame combined with cutting-edge electronic shifting. With modern geometry, a dropper-ready frame and race-proven components, it’s ready to push limits uphill and downhill.

Merida Big Nine TR 5000 Mountain Bike 2026

Lightweight, trail-ready carbon hardtail. The 2026 Merida Big Nine TR 5000 blends cross-country climbing ability with trail-hardtail fun. A CF3 carbon fibre frame keeps weight low for speed uphill, while the RockShox Reba RL 120 mm fork, high-volume Maxxis tyres and a Merida dropper post give confidence and control on technical descents. Highlights Lightweight CF3 carbon fibre frame with 2.4" tyre clearance Progressive geometry with Agilometer sizing for confident handling RockShox Reba RL 120mm air fork Shimano Deore/XT 1x12 drivetrain Shimano SLX hydraulic disc brakes Merida dropper post with remote lever Relentless speed and low weight uphill, paired with trail-hardtail swagger on the descents — that’s the Big Nine TR 5000. Progressive geometry and Agilometer sizing ensure you get the perfect balance of speed, stability and fun, while the upgraded fork, aggressive tyres and dropper seatpost push this XC race-bred frame further into all-terrain territory.

Merida Big Nine 3000 Mountain Bike 2026

Fast, light and ready for XC adventures. The 2026 Merida Big Nine 3000 combines a CF3 carbon fibre frame, progressive geometry and a trail-ready RockShox Judy Gold fork for the ultimate blend of uphill efficiency and downhill control. Equipped with Shimano Deore 1x12 drivetrain and powerful hydraulic disc brakes, it’s the perfect entry into epic rides and cross-country racing. Highlights Lightweight CF3 carbon frame with 2.4" tyre clearance Progressive geometry with Agilometer sizing RockShox Judy Gold 100mm fork with remote lockout Shimano Deore 1x12 drivetrain Shimano hubs for strength and reliability Powerful Shimano hydraulic disc brakes XC racing is at the heart of Merida’s DNA, with the Multivan Merida Biking Team earning countless national, European, World and Olympic medals. The Big Nine 3000 carries this heritage into an accessible, high-performance package. Progressive geometry balances speed with control, while the carbon CF3 frame keeps things responsive and lightweight. Whether you’re tackling your first marathon event, local XC series or simply want a rapid hardtail for long off-road rides, the Big Nine 3000 is built to deliver.

Merida Big Trail 600 Mountain Bike 2026

Highlights Modern trail bike geometry with long reach, slack head angle and steep seat angle 140 mm RockShox Pike Air fork 1 × 12 Shimano Deore drivetrain Shimano Deore 4 piston hydraulic disc brakes Dropper seat post 29" Boost wheels with Reynolds 309 rims – 2.5" front and 2.4" rear tyres The perfect ingredients for your next trail session – grin-inducing progressive geometry paired with a tough frame, 140 mm RockShox Pike Air fork, Shimano Deore 1 × 12 transmission and powerful Shimano Deore 4 piston hydraulic disc brakes. The original Big Trail concept was the result of a few UK dealers discussing the ideal UK trail bike with the Merida R&D chief – simple: 140 mm air fork, 29" wheels, 1x transmission and a dropper post. Now in its 2nd iteration Big Trail is a fun-packed and hugely capable trail bike. Its progressive geometry combines a steep 76.5° seat angle with a slack 64.0° head angle giving great climbing characteristics and plenty of stability when the terrain gets steep or rough. Sizing follows the Agilometer principle which means most sizes work for most body sizes so that riding style can be factored in. If you want to go fast, take the longer size, for agility, take a shorter size.

Merida Big Nine 20 SE Mountain Bike 2025

Highlights Sophisticated aluminium frame Tapered head tube and internal cable routing Shimano Hydraulic disc brakes 3 x 8 Shimano drivetrain Lockout fork Shimano hubs & chainset 29er hardtail with sophisticated TFS aluminium frame, Shimano 3 x 8 drivetrain, SR Suntour lockout fork, Shimano hydraulic disc brakes, Shimano hubs and chainset. Merida's heartland has always been bombproof aluminium hardtails. Half a century of frame building experience counts for a lot. All Big Nine and Big Seven models use a sophisticated TFS frame featuring the latest technology: full internal cable routing for a clean, neat set up, tapered headtube offering the potential for future upgrades, and inboard disc brake mounts that protect the brake while maximising stopping power. As much Shimano componentry as possible has been added to complement the modern frame and enhance reliability. There are a wide range of sizes; Big Nine for taller riders and Big Seven for shorter riders with a healthy overlap between the two. For riders in the middle, riding style can be taken into account. If you are looking for speed and efficiency choose a Big Nine, if you are looking for agility choose a Big Seven.