Merida Big Nine XT-Edition 29er  2017 Mountain Bike
Frame:XC focussed carbon frame with aero profiled tubes (approx. 1.35kg frameset - M). Leaf spring profiled chain and seat stays provide comfort. BB92 bottom bracket, Boost axle standard and tapered head tube deliver stiffness and steering precision.
Fork:Fox Float 32 Performance SC air fork with tapered steerer, 100mm travel, 15mm bolt through boost axle standard and remote lockout
Headset:VP-2331 1-1/8"/1.5" with neck 3.5mm H:10.1L
Stem:Merida Expert -5 degree with carbon faceplate
Bars:Merida Expert double butted 6061 aluminium, flat, 720mm wide
Front Brake:Shimano M506 hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor
Rear Brake:Shimano M506 hydraulic disc, 160mm rotor
Brake Lever:Shimano XT
Front Mech:Shimano XT double
Rear Mech:Shimano XT GS Shadow+ 11 speed
Shifters:Shimano XT 11 speed
Speed:22
Rims:Merida Expert CC, 22.5mm inner width, tubeless ready
Front Hub:Shimano Deore, 15mm bolt through, 110mm boost axle standard
Rear Hub:Shimano Deore, 12mm bolt through, 148mm boost axle standard
Spokes:Double butted stainless steel (Black)
Front Tyre:Maxxis Ikon 29er 2.2" Kevlar bead
Rear Tyre:Maxxis Ikon 29er 2.2" Kevlar bead
Seat Post:Merida Expert carbon 30.9mm in-line
Chainset:Shimano XT 36-26
Bottom Bracket:Press fit
Chain:KMC X11, 11 speed
Cassette:Shimano XT, 11 speed, 11-42
Pedals:XC Pro Alloy

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XC focussed carbon hardtail with a slightly heavier carbon lay-up schedule than the Team bike. Using latest technologies, Boost standard bolt through axles for strong stiff wheels. BB92 for optimum power transfer. Smart Entry for rattle free running, dropper post ready. Flexstay technology -leafspring profiled chain and seat stays make for class leading comfort. Comes complete with perfectly fitted lightweight downtube and seatstay protectors.

Key Features:
  • Performance carbon frame (approx. 1.35kg in M)
  • Fox Float 32 Performance SC fork
  • Shimano XT 2 x 11
  • Shimano Deore "Boost" standard bolt through hubs
  • Shimano XT Ice Tech brakes
  • Carbon seat post


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