{"product_id":"merida-big-nine-400-dark-grey-black","title":"Merida Big.Nine 400 (Dark Grey\/Black)","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;font-style:italic;font-size:18px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f7f7f7;padding:16px;\"\u003eA confident 29er trail hardtail for riders who want a genuinely plush 120mm RockShox air fork, wide-range 1x11 Shimano CUES gearing and tubeless-ready wheels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Big.Nine 400 pairs Merida's updated TFS V aluminium frame — with clearance for 2.4\" tyres and revised geometry for better trail handling — with a genuinely plush 120mm air-sprung RockShox Judy Gold RL fork with lockout, a step up from the model's entry-level sibling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Shimano CUES 1x11 drivetrain with a wide-range SunRace 10-50T Linkglide cassette gives genuinely simple, wide-range gearing without a front derailleur to manage, Shimano M4100 hydraulic disc brakes bring confident stopping power, and tubeless-ready Merida Comp CC II wheels wrapped in grippy Maxxis Rekon Race tyres round out a genuinely capable, do-anything build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt suits a rider who wants real trail capability from a hardtail — someone tackling varied terrain who wants a simpler, wider-range 1x drivetrain and a plusher, lockout-equipped fork than Merida's entry-level hardtails offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Like It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA genuinely plush 120mm RockShox air fork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe RockShox Judy Gold RL brings a remote-free lockout lever and tapered-steerer stiffness for a more confident, forgiving ride over rough trail sections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWide-range Shimano CUES 1x11 gearing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 10-50T SunRace Linkglide cassette on a single 32T chainring gives an easy gear for steep climbs and a real top end for flat stretches, with no front derailleur to fuss with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTubeless-ready wheels on grippy race tyres\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Merida Comp CC II rims are tubeless-ready, and come fitted with Maxxis Rekon Race 2.4\" tyres for a fast-rolling but grippy trail feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConfident hydraulic disc braking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShimano M4100 2-piston brakes bring consistent, low-maintenance stopping power whatever the weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoom for wider tyres\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpdated frame clearance for up to 2.4\" tyres means more grip and comfort on rough trail surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Is It For?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Big.Nine 400 suits a rider who wants genuine trail capability from a hardtail — someone tackling varied, rougher terrain who wants a plusher, lockout-equipped fork and simpler wide-range 1x gearing than a basic cross-country-focused hardtail offers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Indian riders exploring trails around the city on weekends or looking for one dependable bike that handles both fire roads and rockier singletrack, the lockout fork and wide-range single-chainring drivetrain make a real difference over a longer ride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to Know\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the fork's lockout lever on smooth climbs or tarmac sections, and dial in air pressure and rebound for your weight and the terrain you ride most.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe wheels are tubeless-ready — going tubeless (tape and valves not included) is worth considering for fewer pinch flats and lower rolling resistance off-road.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA quick post-ride wipe-down of the fork stanchions and drivetrain keeps everything running smoothly between services.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrame\u003c\/strong\u003e: BIG.NINE TFS V, aluminium, 29\", 135x9mm axle standard, BSA bottom bracket standard, smooth welding, clearance for 2.4\" tyres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFork\u003c\/strong\u003e: RockShox Judy Gold RL, air spring, 120mm travel, tapered steerer, lockout, 51mm offset\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShock\u003c\/strong\u003e: N\/A - 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