2021 Trek Marlin VS Specialized Rockhopper VS Giant Talon Comparison!!

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In this video I compare and contrast the Trek Marlin lineup with the Specialized Rockhopper lineup and the Giant Talon lineup. These are all entry level mountain bikes from 3 large bicycle brands, so I go over what makes them similar and different from one another, to hopefully help you figure out which bike or brand is the best for you! I also compare the Trek Marlin 6, Specialized Rockhopper Sport, and the Giant Talon 2 as an example of what changes between these bikes.
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2021 Trek Marlin Lineup: • Trek Marlin 4 vs 5 vs ...
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0:00 Intro
1:50 General Differences
4:30 Frame Geometry
5:46 Comparison
12:04 Final Discussion
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5 авг 2024

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@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

Updates/Corrections to video: 1) For the frame geometry, I accidentally swapped the bike names and images. The measurements are correct as stated in the video, but the order of the bikes in my geometry table should be, from left to right: Trek Marlin, Specialized Rockhopper, and then Giant Talon. Sorry about that error! 2) All of the Specialized Rockhopper models have increased in price by $100, so the Rockhopper Sport now costs $700 3) The Marlin 6 actually uses 100mm of travel in its size small as well, and only uses 80mm of travel for the xs size.

@dotubebros861 3 года назад

I’m really confused about the geometry part. I have one question. What bike is best for defending and ruffer trails.

@sunny1234546 3 года назад

Next time take care before posting...Yours channel is great for authentic information. Thanks dude..

@DylanF23 3 года назад

Can you do a new one with 2022 marlin 6 vs vitus nucleus vr 29

@MarkMc70 3 года назад

Whoa! This guy is superhuman. He corrects himself. Incredible!

@cometin1234 3 года назад

Great video, I’m in Ecuador and the talon 0 sells for $1000 the rockhopper expert $1500 and the trek marlin 8 $1300, which one will you choose?

@richardd408 3 года назад

This is the best bike content on RU-vid. No nonsense, no bs.

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

Thanks!!

@davidbridge5652 3 года назад

Not had a mountain bike in many years and watching this video is very helpful as I don't really have a clue regarding new bikes/gears etc.

@MarkMc70 3 года назад

Thanks a million for all the work you put into this! I was wasting all my time on the bike forums until I saw how well you simplified all this.

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

You’re welcome!! I appreciate that a lot :)

@kk4402 3 года назад

These are the best videos I’ve seen yet that do comparisons of the most popular models of the big brand bikes. Please continue with them .....great work.!

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

Thank you so much!! I appreciate that a lot :)

@grahamgilbert9331 3 года назад

I can only agree with what KK has written, I only discovered your videos by chance. I am looking to buy an entry level hardtail and then fit a Bafang 1000kw Mid-Drive ,hopefully the bottom bracket on the bike I choose will be a ‘straight-through ‘ with no complications. Your videos are extremely good,simple and informative to a novice that wants to get into MB but only wants to bike British roads and off -road fire-tracks.Covid has given me more time to study this but there are so many videos it gets confusing to try and make a final decision,but I think yours will help me more than any others. Great work and thanks

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

@@grahamgilbert9331 Wow I'm flattered! Thank you so much for your support; I'm so happy that my videos helped!!

@EricLightbody 3 года назад

Fantastic comparison videos. Breaking down the specs and letting the audience decide what to get is awesome. Thank you!!

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

Thank you too!!

@hothatchpa 3 года назад

This is what we look for in these reviews. Please keep it up and expand to entry level full suspension bikes.

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

Thank you!! I’ll hopefully get to some full suspensions eventually :)

@trevorhill1577 2 года назад

Great video! I've been bikepacking for 8 years and evolved a Boardman 27.5 hardtail. I like the straight handlebar, front suspension and wider tyres, hence gravel bike is a non starter. The Boardman is now worn out and I've upgraded to the Talon. With tubolito inners, weight is less than 13kg. I've added seat post suspension for further comfort. Never got on with 29 for bikepacking and gearing with the single chain ring is actually ideal.

@wreckingopossum 3 года назад

You could definitely do future videos like this one by bike category. 1. 27.5" Plus size aluminum trail-oriented hardtail (Terek Roscoe, Diamondback Mason, Raleigh Tokul) 2. 29er Cross-country race oriented aluminum hardtail (Trek X-Caliber, Diamondback Overdrive 29, Specialized Chisel) 3. 29er Cross-country race oriented carbon hardtail (Trek Procaliber, Specialized S-Works) 4. Enduro bikes (Rocky Mountain Altitude, Giant Reign, Intense Cycles Carbine) 5. Downhill bikes (Rocky Mountain Slayer, Trek Session, Specialized Session, Intense Cycles M29) 6. Bikepacking (Trek Stache, Rocky Mountain Growler) 7. Fatbikes (Specialized Fatboy, Diamondback El Oso, Rocky Mountain Blizzard)

@ashxz 3 года назад

Watched all the three videos in the series. Clarified lot of aspects. Thanks a lot.

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

Glad they helped!

@alexdickey3581 2 года назад

The Talon 2 is the clear winner for me. I think I’m going grab it when my local bike shop gets its next shipment. Your videos have been so helpful for trying to buy a bike. Thanks!

@TalalipopMTB 2 года назад

You’re welcome!! Definitely a good choice :)

@leonking9488 3 года назад

Just bought my very first mtb the Talon 2 a couple days ago. I was looking for the Marlin 6 but at this point of the year most of the local bike shops here are out of stock. But luck have served me well and I found an XS Talon 2 (which is perfect for my size) for roughly below 500$ (converted to USD) and it had the UK groupset components. Looking at the price range, for me I struck a great deal! Thank you for these types of videos! It's a pain to look through their websites for hours for their comparisons. Also, let me know which parts should I uprgade first.

@bazkeeley9618 3 года назад

You’ve gained another sub. Very informative and no bs . Thanks

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

Thanks!!

@BikeTour07 2 года назад

Bought a Trek Marlin 6 2022 and I love it as it now comes with Deore 10speed! 👌

@patrickmckernan7122 3 года назад

Thanks for the video. I just got my son a Talon 2. He’s 6 foot 2 so when I called all my local shops that was the only XL entry level bike available. Looks like I got lucky !

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

Nice!! It’s hard to find bikes nowadays so that definitely is pretty lucky :)

@PsychWardGamer 3 года назад

🔥🔥Fire video 🔥🔥 helped me out a lot, I’ve been comparing bikes trying to see which was best for daily use maybe some exercise, as well as a decent entry level bike for some easy/medium trail riding

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

Thanks!! Glad I could help :)

@MrJTR-gy7yo 3 года назад

I literally asked this exact comparison question just today. And lo and behold, there's a video! Nice! Although I added the Cannondale Trail in my question. I am leaning toward the Talon however.

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

:D Thanks!

@tecolotegto 2 года назад

I bought a Talon 2 yesterday, super pumped!

@scottarosss7640 3 года назад

This is a fantastic review for me because I’m right now looking at all of these bikes. Thanks for all the great information

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

AW glad I could help :D

@shadowcodr Месяц назад

What'd you get?

@noeperez1321 3 года назад

Amazing video, great information and explanation, thank you

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

You’re welcome!

@killierast 3 года назад

I was waiting for this! thanks!!

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

No problem!

@1234Junkey 3 года назад

Very well done ! Clear and to the point . Excellent !!

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

Thank you!!

@zacg2953 3 года назад

i ride a Trek Marlin 4 2017, and i thought it was pretty nice until I felt a full carbon FSR bike (Cannondale Trigger 3 2019). my friend also has the Trek Marlin 6, so i hope to buy one of those soon.

@aggressivecalm 3 года назад

Great Video. Informative, and a clearly assured mindset. I give it 5 lollipops!

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

AW THANKS!!

@bolick007 3 года назад

Appreciate the video bro helped me make a decision on the Talon 2👍 just picked up today & actually came with the Ardent maxxis not the race model tho are those still tubeless tires & wheels?

@tomb2289 3 года назад

Super helpful video mate, thanks!

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

Glad it helped!

@dalejuhl8591 3 года назад

As always very well done and so informative. - Than you

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

You're welcome!

@OC02 3 года назад

You really helped me out when getting a new bike thanks for the help now own a 2021 Marlin 7

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

Glad I could help! The marlin 7 is an amazing bike for sure :)

@OC02 3 года назад

@@TalalipopMTB yeah loving it me and my mate go out every week now with them

@BrianChin 3 года назад

I really appreciate the time you took covering this information and focusing on key differences. Further, I appreciate you explaining how these differences translate to the road/trail.

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

Thank you! I appreciate you liking the video :D

@jonomichi2262 2 года назад

So timely valuable vid ..thanks man

@TalalipopMTB 2 года назад

No problem!

@IamGroot786 3 года назад

Because of the pandemic it's not easy to get your hands on any bike nowadays. However, I was able to get a base Rockhopper back in August and I'm loving it. It does really well in rough terrain and hardcore trails.

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

Nice!! And yeah agreed; so hard to find bikes in stock nowadays.

@OriginalFallofMind Год назад

Rockhopper has always been an iconic exception of "budget", lower level bikes. Nobody can be ashamed of a rockhopper. Capable, balanced and Upgradable.

@colinnotyou0k78 3 года назад

Fantastic review. I'm looking at a second bike as this lockdown situation is preventing the fixing of my Talon 2 and I'd not considered the Trek until now👍

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

Thank you!! Glad I could help out :)

@leojoseph6385 3 года назад

Truly helpful! Thanks for laying out the specs charts!

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

You’re welcome!!

@felizardodelacruz2843 3 года назад

U got a subscriber here for your effort. Awesome! Ty

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

Thank you! I appreciate that :)

@mark2manj 3 года назад

This is so helpful! You rock!

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

Thanks!!

@otrocarlos9776 2 года назад

Great vid bro! Keep rocking

@TalalipopMTB 2 года назад

Thank you!

@Stoney_AKA_James 3 года назад

I really appreciate your videos, very educational! Have you ever made a comparison of bikepacking bicycles, i.e. Trek 1120 vs Surly ECR, etc.

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

Thank you! And no unfortunately I have not looked into those, though I have built an 1120 at Trek!

@pabluso777 3 года назад

I had Rockhopper and Talon, both are amazing bikes, even you are beginner or intermediate ciclist, very oriented to be upgraded whit better components.

@miguellucerooo 3 года назад

how about the marlin \

@MatthewAdamAda 3 месяца назад

love this guys videos.

@markshine6172 3 года назад

Great vid! Love your vids!

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

Thank you!

@jvaldivieso87 3 года назад

Thanks for the video, but How does de scott aspect compare on this modelos, a y chance you can do a review of this bike?

@jorgebarroso3166 3 года назад

Very informative, thanks.

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

Thank you!

@llt8212 3 года назад

Still can't get over the lollypop wheels, lol

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

🍭🍭

@dvtwister319 3 года назад

Talalipop MTB 2021 Top Fuel Carbon next??

@sean_321 3 года назад

Awesome review dude!

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

Thanks!!

@fireflyedits_ 2 года назад

Such good content tysm!

@TalalipopMTB 2 года назад

You’re welcome!

@JW-hj8gl 3 года назад

Awesome review!! Thanks !!

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

No problem :)

@williameather4059 3 года назад

Awesome video! Thanks!

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

You’re welcome!

@thushirasinghabahu34 2 года назад

Great video dude! Thanks

@TalalipopMTB 2 года назад

You’re welcome!

@oscarrojero4696 3 года назад

I bought the giant talon 0 and it's like the buy i have ever done ❤

@coenengel5584 3 года назад

Awesome video! I think I’m going with the talon or rockhopper

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

Thank you!

@firstlast2857 2 года назад

Very good video and which can be best choice. Thank you👍

@TalalipopMTB 2 года назад

Welcome!

@eugenio4073 3 года назад

Thanks for making this video

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

Thanks for watching :)

@carlaquino5956 3 года назад

Really great video! This helped me in deciding, but would appreciate if you could also compare Trek Marlin 7 with Giant Talon 1 and Rockhopper Comp/Elite. Cheers!!

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

Thank you! And sure I’ll consider that comparison as well

@louie111887 3 года назад

Just bought a Rockhopper. Can't wait to take it out

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

Nice!!!

@juliangil5697 3 года назад

Just bought a giant talon 2 today! XL 29 for $700 out the door!! 💪🏼 I’m ready

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

Sick!!

@danielcodreanu3390 3 года назад

Helpful video thanks

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

You’re welcome :)

@CucinaCasera 3 года назад

Very helpful... Thanks for the info... im beginner and owning giant talon.

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

Thank you too!

@leonard57sg 3 года назад

Hi All, did the video got cut off before the last category was being mention? Was waiting for the Rockhopper Expert comparison. Thank U 🙏🏻

@james.d.8044 3 года назад

Awesome video Good job 👏

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

Thank you!

@HarvMasterJay 3 года назад

Great video and thank you

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

Welcome!

@harrygrimley4352 3 года назад

Thank you for this review. I have a list of eleven bikes and the information will help. Availability will be the biggest challenge.

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

Of course! And yeah I've heard a lot of people these days are just ordering the bike they can get the fastest rather than the one they want the most, which is unfortunate.

@harrygrimley4352 3 года назад

@@TalalipopMTB sure. But how do you know which one is the one you want the most when you can't even see one in person let alone test ride it.

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

@@harrygrimley4352 I guess just based off of the components and looks from the pictures, though of course that doesn't tell the whole story.

@harrygrimley4352 3 года назад

@@TalalipopMTB oh ya. I understand. But I'm a cheap middle aged married man and I have a limited amount of money to work with. So I don't like the idea of buying something and then not liking it.

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

@@harrygrimley4352 That's understandable! I know Trek offers an unconditional guarantee so if you don't like the bike you can return it within 30 days. But yeah it's still good to start off with the right bike so you don't have to do that.

@ryanrommeldominguez8554 Год назад

I just bought the Giant Talon 2 2nd hand from a friend for 300$. Slightly used. So happy with the purchase.

@TalalipopMTB Год назад

Nice!! Funnily enough I also bought that one secondhand for $300 about a month ago

@epicgamerboiplayz2004 3 года назад

Great vid! Can you also compare the norco storm 2021 lineup pls.

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

I’ll consider that one!

@harrylaflamme5257 3 года назад

Just Got My Talon 2 and this video was very Helpful

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

Nice!! And thank you :)

@1Adam1584 3 года назад

is it good and lightweight? thinking of buying please reply

@gabeskee210 3 года назад

I bought a Talon 2 just recently for my son. He loves riding it. Compared to his ‘98 dual sus hand me down I gave him. It’s in the concrete color. I like it a lot. Different animal compared to my Stance.

@gabeskee210 3 года назад

@@1Adam1584 it’s not super light with all the entry-level components it has. Definitely nowhere near carbon. But I would say it is lighter than a steel frame. I just weighed it here at home. It’s 32 lbs tires are at 32 psi with no additional equipment installed. I bought it in Oct. the store finally received it in the middle of week 47. Hope that helps. Enjoy which ever bike finds you!!

@1Adam1584 3 года назад

@@gabeskee210 thank you but I suppose it’s a good bike?

@luis.mendozae 3 года назад

EXCELLENT VIDEO!

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

THANKS AGAIN :DD

@Siblove7 3 года назад

I cant seem to find any basic bike size guides for a xc setup, just ordered a Talon 3 29er size Large frame (following the company guidelines for height) but it turned out HUGE, have about 1 inch space between topbar and crutch while standing on ground. Any recommendations for what I should consider for simple beginner bike fit?

@akshayrmhatre 3 года назад

Thanks for the review Could you please compare marlin 6 vs talon 4

@living2learn138 2 года назад

Thanks for the video, however, I noticed a lot of errors that could miss lead people, one noticeable mistake is that the Specialized Rockhopper is the one with MicroShift technology, not the Talon. Another mistake is that the Specialized fork DOES come with suspension lockout. Over all a great video. Thanks.

@woodywoods377 3 года назад

Hi Totally unrelated but I've got myself a bantrager ion comp r front light I'm having issues It shows a red light on the on off button but wont turn on I've charged it for hours but nothing changes do you know how long this should take and know of any issues with them cheers in advance

@z383tpi 3 года назад

The Cannondale Trail series would complete this entry level MTB comparison, in regards to chain style LBS inventory. How would the Trail 6 fair?

@Tiger24kicks 3 года назад

I ended up going with the Rockhopper Elite 29 1X. What I would say is that the Rockhopper is very fast going down hill and isn't so good for a technical trail that's hard. It's more build for high speed.

@MichaelPSmith-mp1fk 3 года назад

I'd love to see the full suspension version of this video.. Stumpjumper vs. Fuel (or which ever is most comparable)

@bern475 3 года назад

Very nice comparison

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

Thank you!

@jesus-xr9yo 3 года назад

If you are intending to have bike for more than 5 years and going to ride bike, the best bike shop in a Trek bike shop and what they sell is the best bike, sometimes other brands too. Usually they offer free tune ups

@tngchinghwa 2 года назад

honestly for me, looks wise it has to be Trek Marlin, but specialized and trek are hard to find in my country, so giant is most likely the best option

@mervinmiguel9466 3 года назад

thanks for this comparison

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

No problem!

@JVRV1990 3 года назад

What do you think about the marin bobcat trail 5?

@nbanta48 3 года назад

Just got my marlin 7 yesterday I’m so pumped on it it’s a beautiful bike I have a marlin 6 too but I’m inexperienced in mountain biking so I’m learning about it and how these bikes work

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

Nice!! The marlin 7 is a favorite of mine for sure :)

@agee7777 3 года назад

you could have thrown some rok shocks on the 6 and you would have virtually had the 7.

@nbanta48 3 года назад

Your still spending about the same then the 7 has some better upgrades as well plus you can route an internal dropper post with the 7

@agee7777 3 года назад

@@nbanta48 but if you already have the 6 its only costing you for the forks

@agee7777 3 года назад

@@nbanta48 you can also fit a dropper post on the 6 with the cable external

@cliftyclips811 3 года назад

I know u done the video and all but in your opinion which would u get I really can’t decide

@sarelcohen4230 3 года назад

Gosh your so helpful thanks my g

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

Hahaha no problem :)

@KevinMoore5q 3 года назад

I’m not sure if you talked about the Cannondale Trail models line? Thank you

@elmago8268 3 года назад

Comparing rockhopper among these two is OP AF

@sumitat1 3 года назад

Good review ..with table.always helpful👍🏻

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

Thank you!!

@rocha2333 3 года назад

This a mixed video not sure what are you comparing here, talon 1 or 2 or 3? Which specialised? So just Marlin 6 and the other ones?

@martiawesome 2 года назад

Whats best for a 50 percent pavement and 50 percent light trails/gravel..?

@trisztankozo1431 3 года назад

which one is the lightest?

@matiasf8478 3 года назад

Hi! Great video! I have a question.. Witch do you think its going to be more confortable to someone that has upper back pain?

@joshoconnor9666 Год назад

You used the wrong which. You used witch, which would be the flies around on a broomstick and makes potions with frogs breath type witch.

@domeniclux2987 2 года назад

Nice video for someone like me who does not know which is best for my type of riding.

@TalalipopMTB 2 года назад

Thank you! That was my goal :)

@Tech-xr2ms 3 года назад

Here we go!

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

@Shantanuhazarika06 2 года назад

Really helpful ❤️ love from India

@TalalipopMTB 2 года назад

Thank you!

@norhasmiza4474 3 года назад

Hai..can u help me compare this 2 bike so i can make decision. Tq. (Merida Big.Trail 600 2021 & Polygon Bikes Xtrada 7 2021)

@garbanzomtb6856 3 года назад

The Talon 2 is certainly the best "trail" bike here. It's 1-by and geo are more trail oriented, but the brakes are not. I take mine down black and double black diamonds, something I would not do on my friend's old 2-by Marlin 7. However, if you want to tackle the big stuff, upgrade the brakes. I've had more than a few near misses due to lack of stopping power, and my shop did not even install the front caliper properly, so watch out for that.

@mohammadaskari2174 3 года назад

Yeah dude talon 2 is best for your buck

@nitrane 3 года назад

Giant wins

@mattdeluca8072 2 года назад

I just bought specialized Rockhopper expert and I am satisfied with it 👍👍👍

@TalalipopMTB 2 года назад

Sick!!

@Osscar12356 3 года назад

Nice vid bro 😎

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

Thanks!!

@Osscar12356 3 года назад

No problem man

@Ant-is3sh 3 года назад

Whats the best one to climb a Hill and to do downhill???

@jeruau4211 2 года назад

what do you think is better, The trek marlin 5 or the giant talon 3?

@Buckeye_4_Life_ 3 года назад

What's your thoughts on the Fuji Nevada..?

@twosix_00 3 года назад

Of the 3 you named, which one should be faster? Which one do you recommend?

@TalalipopMTB 3 года назад

The marlin should be the fastest in theory because of its more cross country oriented geometry, thinner tires, fork lockout, and more speeds that allow you to have a faster pedaling gear. In reality though I'm not sure exactly how much faster it would be.