Bobcat Trail 3 29" Mountain Bike 2026 Hardtail MTB

The Marin Bobcat Trail 3 is the most affordable bike in the Bobcat Trail range, designed to deliver top value for riders getting stuck into off-road cycling. Built around Marin’s Series 2 aluminium frame, it features a low standover height and internal routing for a clean look and future upgrade options including dropper posts.Key Features:Series 2 6061 aluminium frame with modern trail geometry and low standover heightSR Suntour XCM fork with 120mm travel and hydraulic lockoutMicroSHIFT Advent 9-speed drivetrain with wide-range 11–46T cassetteTektro M280 hydraulic disc brakes with 180/160mm rotors29” double-wall alloy wheels with grippy 2.25” MTB tyresInternal cable and dropper post routingAvailable with 0% APR financeThe SR Suntour XCM fork offers a confidence-boosting 120mm of travel up front, ideal for smoothing out roots, rocks and rougher terrain. A hydraulic lockout feature helps boost efficiency when you’re climbing or covering ground on tarmac.The drivetrain is handled by MicroSHIFT’s Advent 9-speed system, with a clutch-equipped rear mech and a wide 11–46T cassette—offering gearing that’s trail-ready without overcomplicating the setup. Tektro M280 hydraulic disc brakes provide reliable stopping power in all weather, while the 29” wheels help roll smoothly over obstacles and keep momentum up on flowy singletrack.The Bobcat Trail 3 comes with 2.25” wide MTB tyres, offering plenty of grip on a variety of surfaces. It’s finished with Marin’s in-house components, including a comfy saddle and 780mm riser bars for control.