Which One Is The BEST VALUE Enduro MTB? | Polygon Collosus N9 vs Marin Alpine Trail XR

[@RotormanMTB]

My view is this. The Marin is a long travel trail bike (All Mountain some would say) where as the N9 is a true Enduro bike.

[@JaredHoff]

Totally agree. However, after riding both I like the N9 better.

[@bikesonline]

That's a fair assessment! They are definitely worthy of comparison despite their differences.

[@joebikes]

I totally agree about looking good to feel good 😂 I would choose the Alpine XR purely because of the nicer suspension. Suspension directly affects the quality of ride, drivetrain though... not so much. Having good brakes definitely matters also 😅

[@bikesonline]

A fair decision! Thanks for sharing!

[@fadjarroosdianto6079]

My passion of biking is reborn after having N9. Riding it mostly in DH track.

[@UnmannedsRandomStuff]

pls do more videos of polygon n9, i love it. thinking to buy

[@bikesonline]

Stay tuned!

[@scottandtaylormtb]

Both bikes look really good! Great comparison. Looking forward to seeing the Marin DH/Freeride rig Matt Jones is riding at Darkfest!

[@bikesonline]

Thanks for tuning in, Scott!

[@cataplt]

Good vid, still want to test ride a N9. I am super interested, but the paint scheme does leave something to be desired. My T8 is S3XY!!!!!!!

[@TCK-9]

Happy with my T8 as well.

[@JaredRMorgan]

N9 is one of those bikes you need to see in person, in my opinion. The rainbow overcoat POPS.

[@bikesonline]

The N9 looks great in person! Riding it is even sweeter!

[@mtbwoodswarrior]

Both bikes look killer and both bikes are definitely capable of “eating up terrain” by the sounds of it. I do like a shorter wheel base for more fun as ive learned but I hear that Linkage on the N9 is 🤌🏽. Great vid and very informative by Jared as always!

[@JaredRMorgan]

Thanks bro! Glad you liked it!

[@bikesonline]

We appreciate you tuning in!

[@RunBikeMike]

Great review 👍🏻

[@JaredRMorgan]

😁😁😁

[@bikesonline]

Thank you!!

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

Such a tough choice. Both great bang for the buck. Nice review!

[@JaredRMorgan]

😁

[@bikesonline]

Indeed! Thank you!!

[@1979mjcarter]

I think the N9 looks killer !!!!

[@bikesonline]

We agree! 🥰

[@giantkiller8]

please someone explain the difference between the colossus n9 and the older siskiu n9 and is it worth upgrading?

[@bikesonline]

The new Collosus is a bit longer in reach and wheelbase than the older Siskiu N9 and has a slacker head angle too. This makes the bike a fair bit more stable on faster more downhill/enduro oriented trails. The new suspension layout is a bit more supple too. The older N9 will be a bit more maneuverable and playful due to its shorter and steeper geometry.

[@CasperRc81]

I’ve had two frame warranties from Marin both my fault not the bike being weak and no questions asked exchanged. My LBS is 1.5miles from my house so Marin is the east choice for me. If they had sold polygon and the same accrued I’d choose that brand. Both nice!

[@bikesonline]

Glad it was taken care of quickly and efficiently! Enjoy that Marin!!

[@17even]

Just wish the Colossus came in more colors. What possessed them to launch it in that green color..

[@bikesonline]

Stay tuned for a new color coming soon!

[@maximesarrazin7979]

Budget wise why not the Marin Alpine trail 7?

[@bikesonline]

The AT7 is a great choice as well!

[@themiddleagemasher8108]

Nice comparison!!! I dig that Marin!!

[@bikesonline]

That's a fair call! Both bikes are SOLID.

[@chgofirefighter]

Polygon IMO N8E is the one that I have been researching for a while as my first EMTB bike, my budget can't exceed 5k.... Any recommendations? Thanks in advance...

[@bikesonline]

Check out the T6E and T7E!

[@chgofirefighter]

@@bikesonline I’ve been in contact with you guys over emails 🙂

[@Hondeer]

I'd love to get the N9, but the XT hubs are holding me back as they're still loose ball/cone. 🤮 Any possibility of working with Polygon to ditch the XT for something cheaper like Formula sealed units and taking that money to lighter rims???? :O

[@bikesonline]

The spec could always change down the line, but for now that's what's included on the build.

[@Codgerism]

What size are the bikes and the rider?

[@bikesonline]

6 foot rider on size large bikes!

[@Sketchybackyardtrails]

status 160 is also great value, the collosus is just to heavy for me

[@bikesonline]

Either way we hope you find the right bike! Check out our line up at BikesOnline.com!

[@knkoehler]

Weight difference?

[@bikesonline]

They're similar, but the XR would be the lighter of the two.

[@TC_Prof]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@bikesonline]

🥰🥰🥰

[@Chunky246]

Come on Polygon, I'm sure you can squeeze some more pivots 🙃

[@bikesonline]

Haha! 😂

[@TCK-9]

Both made by the same company.

[@DavidFoundCo]

Made in the same factory not same company

[@dantindley5181]

​@@DavidFoundCo polygon and marin share the same parent company. Merida

[@bikesonline]

Different companies...Both great bikes!

[@gggggggg204]

In 1st category depend on which country you live, in my country you can get Alpine Trail XR much cheaper than Collosus N9. Plus in my country you can get cheaper Specialized Status 160 or Nukeproof Mega 290 Comp.

[@bikesonline]

That's true! Location can definitely impact pricing!