The BIG TRAIL 600 leads Merida’s progressive trail hardtail line-up with unrivalled performance. Now in its third generation, this trail-hardened bike builds on its award-winning heritage and takes it to the next level. It’s more capable and enjoyable than ever before, thanks to new geometry that enhances both downhill speed and uphill prowess to ‘mountain goat’ levels. We’ve also focused on enhancing its aesthetics, with sleeker, refined looks and added frame protection to maintain its pristine appearance.

The BIG TRAIL is back and better than ever! Recognized by the international mountain bike press as one of the premier trail hardtails, we’ve fine-tuned it for faster, more exhilarating rideswhether climbing, descending, or cruising along trails.

Meridas Big Trail 600 is one of the best aggro hardtails around, fun, forgiving and downright fast – 9/10 MBR Magazine October 2024

“As far as trail hardtails go, the Merida Big Trail 600 sets a new standard for fun for the money” “Its specification includes everything you really need and nothing you dont while being more than ready for upgrades should you want to eke out every inch of performance possible” – Off-Road.cc

Featuring updated, progressive geometry with a slack head angle and extended reach, it conquers the roughest trails effortlessly, while a steeper seat angle ensures efficient climbs. Enhanced aesthetics, improved frame protection, and a stylish appearance ensure lasting appeal.

Features:

• Modern trail bike geometry with long reach, slack head angle and steep seat angle
• 140mm Rock Shox Pike Air fork
• 1 x 12 Shimano Deore drivetrain
• Shimano XT 4 piston hydraulic disc brakes
• Dropper seat post
• Boost Axle standard

Specifications::Big Trail 600

• Discipline: Trail

• Material: Aluminium

• Front Travel: 140mm

• Rear Travel: Hardtail

• Wheel Size: 29″

• Warranty: Lifetime (frame)

FRAME – TFS – 6061 double butted technoformed aluminium, smooth welding, Boost axle standard, tapered head tube, inboard disc mounts, internal cable routing, BSA BB standard, Max tyre size 29″ x 2.5″FORK –Rock Shox Pike; Air; 140mm travel; tapered; platform; 44mm fork offset; Max tyre size 29″ x 2.6″GEARS – 12SHIFTERS –Shimano Deore M6100REAR DERAILLEUR – Shimano Deore M6100 SGSBOTTOM BRACKET – Shimano MT501CHAIN–KMC X12CHAINSET– Shimano Deore M6120; 32 teeth with Merida Expert TR ISCG05 guard – 165mm XShort and Short; 170mm Mid, Long and XLongCASSETTE –Shimano Deore M6100; 12 Speed; 10-51 toothBRAKE LEVER – Shimano XT M8210FRONT BRAKE – Shimano XT M8120; 4 piston with Shimano RT64 Centerline; 203mm rotorREAR BRAKE – Shimano XT M8120; 4 piston with Shimano RT64 Centerline; 203mm rotorGRIP –Merida Comp ECHANDLEBAR – Merida Expert TR II; aluminium; 780mm wide; 18mm riseSTEM –Merida Expert eTRII; aluminium; 35mm diameter; 0 degree rise – Size – 40 mmHEADSET – Acros ICR Merida external neck; Upper and lower IPS sealingSADDLE –Merida Comp SL; V-mount; including Merida minitoolSEATPOST – Merida Expert TR II; 34.9mm diameter; 0mm layback; XShort: 150mm seat post travel – Short: 170mm seat post travel – Mid/Long: 200mm seat post travel – XLong: 230mm seat post travelWHEEL SIZE – 29″RIMS –Merida Expert TR II; 28mm inner rim width; aluminium; Tubeless ready (tubeless tape and valves not included); 29″SPOKES – Double Butted Black stainlessFRONT HUB – Shimano TC500-B; 110x15mm; 32 spoke; CenterlockREAR HUB – Shimano TC500-HM-B; 148x12mm; 32 spoke; CenterlockFRONT TYRE – Maxxis Minion DHR; 29″ x 2.5″; Kevlar bead; TR EXO 3C MaxxTerraREAR TYRE – Maxxis Dissector; 29″ x 2.4″; Kevlar bead; TR EXO+ 3C MaxxTerra