Merida Big Nine 15 29er Mountain Bike

Description

UK Exclusive – Entry level 29er upgraded to use the sophisticated TFS aluminium frame 24 gears hydraulic disc brakes and plenty of Shimano componentry including chainset and hubs.
Merida's heartland has always been bombproof aluminium hardtails. Half a century of frame building experience counts for a lot. The UK version of the Big Nine and Big Seven 15 have been upgraded to 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 inboard disc brake mounts protect the brake and maximise 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.
Highlights:

Sophisticated aluminium frame
Tapered head tube
Internal cable routing
3 x 8 Shimano drivetrain
Hydraulic disc brakes
Shimano hubs & chainset

Frame

TFS III – 6061 aluminium double butted and technoformed.  Tapered head tube. Chain stay mounted disc brake. Internal cable routing. Mudguard and kick stand mounts. BSA threaded BB. 135mm x 9mm axle. Max. tyre size 29' x 2.25'

Fork

Suntour XCT30; Coil; 100mm travel. Max. tyre size: 29' x 2.25'

Gears
24

Shifters

Shimano ST-EF505

Front Derailleur

Shimano FD-TY700

Rear Derailleur
Shimano RD-M310

Bottom Bracket
FSA TH-7420ST-W Cartridge Bearing

Chain

Sunrace M84

Chainset
Shimano TY301; 42-34-24 tooth chainset. Crank length: 175mm (MLXL)

Cassette
Sunrace CSM558AU; 11-32 teeth; 8 speed

Brake Lever

Shimano ST-EF505

Front Brake
Power DS-100HT; 2 piston hydraulic disc brake caliper with Shimano RT10; 160mm rotor

Rear Brake
Power DS-100HT hydraulic disc brake caliper with Shimano RT10; 160mm rotor

Grip

Merida EC

Handlebar
Merida CC; aluminium; 690mm wide; 15mm rise

Stem
Merida CC; aluminium; 31.8mm diameter; 6 degree rise – Stem length: 70mm (S) 80mm (M) 90mm (L) 100mm (XL) 110mm (XXL)

Headset 
Merida M2345

Pedal
VP Components VPE-891

Saddle

Merida Sport comfort

Seatpost
Merida CC; aluminium; 30.9mm diameter; 15mm lay back

Wheel Size
29'

Rims
Merida CC; 17mm inner rim width; aluminium

Spokes
Steel UCP

Front Hub
Shimano TX505; 100x9mm; 32 spokes; Center lock

Rear Hub
Shimano TX505; 135x9mm; 32 spokes; Center lock

Front Tyre
Merida K1080; 29' x 2.2'; wire bead

Rear Tyre
Merida K1080; 29' x 2.2'; wire bead