The Merida eBig Nine 700 EQ Electric Mountain Bike has a lot to offer with the latest version now coming equipped with the Shimano STePS EP8 drive unit offering best-in-class torque figures of 85Nm so you can easily power up big mountains or casually criose to work. It features multiple assistance modes including a walk assist mode so when you inevitably have to walk it, it'll provide a helping hand! Merida has equipped an extra-wide range 12 Speed Shimano Deore groupset with a clutch-quipped XT Shadow+ derailleur for smooth gear changes, bulletproof reliability, and chain retention on even the harshest terrain so you can truly focus on riding. Without the Electric Bike side of things, the eBig Nine is a ferocious cross-country hardtail designed for mid-range trails. Add in the great motor and at least 100km of range with the 630Wh battery and you've got a bike that can take you further, keep you riding for longer, and lets you achieve more - it ensures fun and evens the playing field so that every group ride can be just as enjoyable as the last!

Merida has designed the eBig Nine 700 EQ to be as easy to ride as possible, so it benefits from big 29" wheels alongside a SunTour RAIDON34 Air Fork which smoothes out the bumps and tricky sections of the trail, making riding on fire roads a breeze. If getting from A to B is more your thing - it does an amazing job of that as well. With this do-it-all bike, you can jump on in your regular clothes and not break a sweat on the way to work then on the way home chuck on a loose T-shirt and carve it up on the fire roads, explore that shortcut you've always thought about and turn your commute into an experience.

Jumping into the more technical side of the bike, Merida has chosen to spec the eBig Nine with trusted Shimano components. The Shimano STePS EP8 drive unit offers 85Nm of torque and 4 assist modes, with the Shimano STePS E8036 630Wh battery offering over 100km of range to a single charge. There are a couple of great features of the Shimano StePS E8036 battery: firstly it can charge to 50% capacity in just 2.5 hours and takes 6 hours to completely charge, while its design allows it to be integrated into the eBig Nine's frame. Not only does this provide the battery with extra protection, it improves the structural soundness of the eBig Nine and ensures a sleek design. Of course, everything is simple to use, so you can select different assistance modes with the display and the motor will assist you automatically as soon as you begin pedalling - with pedal assist it has never been easier to start riding! In line with the comfortable design and low step-over frame, Merida has equipped this bike with 100mm of suspension in the front helping you maintain plenty of grip in looser conditions and keeping things comfortable and steady on those longer more leisurely rides. They've also fitted the bike with strong, dependable Shimano Deore 4 piston hydraulic disc brakes with big 180mm RT30 rotors giving you easy to use braking power giving you extra control and confidence around corners and on descents.

To finish, Merida has equipped the Merida eBig.Nine 700 EQ with all the creature comforts one could ever ask for. You'll appreciate the rear rack which can carry up to 25kg and the integrated mudguards which keep your clothes clean and dry. While the front and rear lights are a neat addition that not only ensure you're visible to other riders and road users, but that the path ahead is well lit! All in all, Merida has designed the eBig Nine 700 EQ to be the ultimate one stop bike for tourers and commuters alike - it boasts a comfortable, supple ride with all the creature comforts you could ever want, while its off-road capability means you won't get stuck out on your adventures!