The Merida Big.Nine TR 8000 bridges featherweight cross-country performance and aggressive trail capability. Its advanced CF3 carbon frame delivers exceptional pedaling efficiency on steep climbs, while the progressive TR geometry with a slacker head angle provides extra stability at high speeds. The Fox 34 Step-Cast Factory fork, with 120 mm of smooth travel and a Kashima coating, smooths out rough terrain, root carpets, and drops with playful ease. With the wireless SRAM AXS 1x12 electronic drivetrain, you can shift with pinpoint precision and silently in all conditions with a simple click of your finger. The hydraulic disc brakes provide immense stopping power and precise control when entering technical sections. Thanks to the integrated dropper post, you can move freely over the bike on steep descents, while the wide, grippy Maxxis trail tires ensure optimal traction.

The frame is made from high-quality CF3 carbon, using Nano Matrix resins to ensure superior resistance to impacts and stone chips. The progressive TR geometry combines a longer reach and a slacker head angle with a 120 mm suspension fork for superior trail performance. The Flex Stay design in the rear frame triangle provides vertical compliance without sacrificing stiffness around the bottom bracket, resulting in comfort on rough singletrack. Cables and hoses run seamlessly through the head tube and into the frame via Merida’s Wire Port integration, creating a clean look and reducing the risk of damage. Boost axle standards provide wide hub flanges and stiffer wheels, which are immediately noticeable in the razor-sharp handling at high speed.