Merida Big.Nine 4000 (2017)

The 2017 Merida Big.Nine 4000 is a mid-range cross-country mountain bike. The sweet CF3 carbon frame is matched with a RockShox Rekon fork to present a responsive, lightweight ride, flying effortlessly along the trail and climbing nimbly. Kit is apropos for an all-rounder: a wide-range freewheel and two-ring crankset offer gears for the steepest pitches, up and down, shifting and braking chores are capably managed with Shimano's SLX group, and Merida's own light, tough wheelset conquers obstacles with ease.
A good cross-country bike.