🚵‍♂️ 2026 Merida Big Nine 40 – Metallic Black (Red)

The 2026 Merida Big Nine 40 marks the next step in your mountain biking journey — a trail-ready hardtail that delivers performance, control, and modern geometry inspired by bikes costing twice as much.

Built around Merida’s updated TFS aluminium frame, the Big Nine 40 offers a perfect blend of durability, comfort, and precision. Featuring trail-ready geometry, a 120mm X-Fusion Migo air fork with lockout, and Shimano’s new CUES 1x9 drivetrain, this hardtail brings confident handling and reliable performance whether you’re cruising bridleways, hitting singletrack, or exploring local trails.

Merida has over 50 years of aluminium expertise, and it shows. The refined frame design offers internal cable routing for a clean look, a tapered head tube for future upgrades, and dropper post compatibility. With wide 2.4” Kenda Booster tyres, Shimano MT200 hydraulic brakes, and a size-tuned finishing kit, the Big Nine 40 is the ultimate entry into “proper” mountain biking.

⭐ Key Features

• Updated TFS Aluminium Frame – double butted, technoformed tubing with internal cable routing, tapered head tube, and dropper-post ready.

• Trail-Ready Geometry – longer reach, shorter stem, slacker head angle for stability, steeper seat angle for efficient climbing.

• 120mm X-Fusion Migo Air Fork – lightweight and adjustable with lockout for climbing efficiency.

• Shimano CUES 1x9 Drivetrain – simple, reliable, and wide-range gearing.

• Shimano MT200 Hydraulic Disc Brakes – consistent braking power in all conditions.

• 29” Wheels with Shimano Hubs – fast-rolling stability and grip from Kenda Booster 2.4” tyres.

• Merida Size-Tuned Finishing Kit – optimised bar width, stem length, and crank sizes for rider fit.

• Available in Metallic Black (Red) – bold, sleek, and ready for adventure.

  🎯 Who is it for?

  • Riders stepping up from entry-level MTBs who want a more capable, trail-ready bike.

  • Off-road explorers seeking confidence, comfort, and reliability.

  • Weekend riders who want a light, responsive aluminium hardtail with modern geometry.

  • Riders who value Shimano reliability and low-maintenance performance.

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  🔑 Why Choose the Big Nine 40?

  • 120mm air-sprung fork gives superior control and comfort on rough terrain.

  • Shimano CUES 1x9 system for simplicity and range.

  • Hydraulic disc brakes ensure powerful, consistent braking in all conditions.

  • 50+ years of Merida’s engineering expertise in durable alloy hardtails.

  • 29” wheels for speed, momentum, and easy rolling over obstacles.

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