Merida Big.Nine 3000 (2018)

The 2018 Merida Big.Nine 3000 is a mid-range front-suspension cross-country mountain bike. At the heart of the build is a light, responsive carbon frame, paired with a capable, smooth-action Manitou suspension fork to deliver a nimble performer, its big 29er wheels rolling over obstacles on sure-footed Maxxis Ikons. Shifting from Shimano is always-reliable SLX, the one-ring crankset paired with a super-wide 11-50 cassette. Available in a wide range of sizes to fit practically any rider well.
A good cross-country mountain bike.