Merida Big.Nine XT Edition (2017)

The 2017 Merida Big.Nine XT Edition is a mid-range cross-country mountain bike. Built on a stiff, light aluminum frame, the XT Edition is ready for anything, with cushy RockShox suspension, reliable, durable XT crivetrain and brakeset from Shimano, Merida's own cockpit and wheelset, and doughty Maxxis Ikon tires, grippy and versatile for anything the trail might surprise with. The low-key matt black frame is lightly contrasted with gray lettering and graphics, looking sharp.
A good cross-country mountain bike.