Merlin Mountain Bike - $1,900 (USF / panhandle)

bicycle type: mountain

frame size: Medium

wheel size: 26 in

bicycle frame material: titanium

suspension: suspension fork (hardtail)

brake type: cantilever

handlebar type: flat

electric assist: none

condition: excellent

make / manufacturer: Merlin

model name / number: MTB

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If you know from Merlin, this bike needs no introduction. If you're not, the company was founded in Cambridge, MA in 1986, and set the (very high) standard by which titanium-frame bikes are judged to this day. This is a fairly early specimen either from the late '80s or early '90s that I bought several years ago from its original owner, and proceeded to improve by way of a few period-correct additions.

The highlight of these components is a Specialized FSX carbon fiber and titanium suspension fork, followed by a titanium RockShox shock-absorbing seatpost, a leather Brooks saddle, and Shimano XT chainrings, freewheel and derailleurs controlled by Suntour XC Pro index shifters.

The bike is super-light, and rides like a dream.

The frame will fit a rider from about 5'10" to 6" and an inseam of 30-32 inches.

post id: 7876057531

posted: 2025-08-23 14:03

updated: 2025-08-23 14:03

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Merlin Mountain Bike - bicycles - by owner - bike sale - craigslist

If you know from Merlin, this bike needs no introduction. If you're not, the company was founded in Cambridge, MA in 1986, and set the (very high) standard by which titanium-frame bikes are judged...