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The Merida Big.Nine 20 is a reliable do-it-all hardtail mountain bike with a quality aluminium frame, a Suntour 100mm travel fork with lockout and a dependable Shimano Essa 1x8 drivetrain. The Big.Nine 20 will tackle trails and hills whilst being equally at home as a weekday warrior on paths and roads. Powerful hydraulic disc brakes will provide stopping power in all conditions, while a more upright riding position allows for comfort and control.
Merida Big.Nine 20 Hardtail Mountain Bike Black/Grey
- Aluminium frame
- 100mm travel Suntour XCT30 fork with lockout
- Tektro hydraulic disc brakes
- Shimano Essa 1x8 drivetrain
SHIMANO ESSA DRIVETRAIN
The Big.Nine 20 features a Shimano Essa drivetrain with 8 gears, providing you with plenty of range for steep climbs and descents while still offering the range to smoothly roll along the flats.
LIGHTWEIGHT FRAME
The lightweight aluminium frame and 9mm thru-axles balance rugged reliability and performance without adding unnecessary weight.
HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKES
Merida has chosen to kit this bike out with Tektro Hydraulic disc brakes, ensuring you have confidence in all conditions knowing you've got a reliable braking system that stops whenever you need it.
Your Questions Answered!
What is the Merida Big.Nine 20 used for?
The Big.Nine 20 is great for cross-country and trail riding thanks to its 100m travel fork with lockout. It is also versatile enough to climb hills and ride on flat paths and roads thanks to the lockout feature which allows you to lock the suspension into position for a more efficient ride.
Why is the Merida Big.Nine 20 different?
The Big.Nine 20 is a great value-for-money hardtail mountain as it features reliable components like the Suntour 100mm travel fork with lockout and a 1x8 Shimano Essa drivetrain, all at an affordable price.
Who is the Merida Big.Nine 20 designed for?
The Big.Nine 20 is a great choice for riders looking for a less aggressive position and more comfort and control as its geometry sits riders in a more upright position. Its 1x8 gearing means it also suits riders looking for a higher top speed on flat terrain.
| SKU | Merida25BIGNINE20BlackGrey |
|---|---|
| Season | 2025 |
| Sizing SKUs | MD: MERE2501038, LG: MERE2501039, XL: MERE2501040, XXL: MERE2501041 |
| Click & Collect | Yes |
| Colour | Black |
| Frame | BIGNINE TFS IV MAT aluminum 29x225 max WHS 135x9 AST BSA BBR |
| Frame Material | Alloy |
| Fork | SR Suntour XCT30 HLO; Coil; 100 STR; lockout; max. 29x2,25" WHS |
| Fork Brand | Suntour |
| Front Travel | 100mm |
| Speeds | 1 x 8 |
| Front Gears | Single |
| Groupset Brand | Shimano |
| Rear Gears | 8 Speed |
| Crankset | 170 mm-S, 175 mm-M up |
| Pedals | VP VPE-891 |
| Chain | KMC Z8.3 |
| Derailleur Rear | Shimano ESSA RD-U2000-8; GS |
| Wheel Size | 29" |
| Rims | MERIDA CC; 17 IWR; MAT aluminium |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano BB-UN101 73-123 |
| Handlebar | MERIDA CC; MAT aluminium; 690 WHB; 15 RHB |
| Headset | MERIDA M2345 |
| Grips | MERIDA EC |
| Stem | MERIDA CC; MAT aluminium; 31.8 DSH; 6 ASD |
| Saddle | MERIDA Sport comfort |
| Seatpost | MERIDA CC; 30.9 DSP; 15 SSB; MAT aluminium |
Merida Big Nine Sizing Chart
Legend
ST Seat Tube
TT Top Tube
CS Chain Stay Length
HTA Head Tube Angle
STA Seat Tube Angle
BD Bottom Bracket Drop
HT Head Tube
FL Fork Length
R Reach
S Stack
WB Wheel Base
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Size |
MD | LG | XL | XXL | Wheel Size | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | Frame Size | MD | LG | XL | XXL | ST Seat Tube (mm) | 430 | 470 | 510 | 560 | TT Top Tube (mm) | 590 | 610 | 630 | 650 | CS Chain Stay Length (mm) | 440 | 440 | 440 | 440 | HTA Head Tube Angle (°) | 70 | 70 | 70 | 70 | STA Seat Tube Angle (°) | 73 | 73 | 73 | 73 | HT Head Tube (mm) | 115 | 130 | 145 | 160 | R Reach (mm) | 398 | 414 | 429 | 445 | S Stack (mm) | 628 | 642 | 656 | 670 | WB Wheel Base (mm) | 1090 | 1110 | 1131 | 1152 |