This is 1 of the channels that got me into bike packing. And I've just bought 1 of these bikes not 5 Minutes ago. If Guy has given it a good review then I've no need to worry if I brought the right bike. Got the green and red from tredz
@GuyKesTV9 ай бұрын
Sorry mate, only just seen this. Hope you’re enjoying the bike
@MarkoKolman25 күн бұрын
Just got mine today. Damn sweet ride. ❤
@leeposton96863 жыл бұрын
Getting one of these tomorrow, and this video has definitely made my mind up 🤙🏻🤙🏻
@GuyKesTV3 жыл бұрын
Excellent. Enjoy!
@jordanowengriffiths3 жыл бұрын
I recently purchased one of these and I love it!!!
@blacknights92903 жыл бұрын
Can you please tell me were you bought it ? I like to buy one to
@jordanowengriffiths3 жыл бұрын
@@blacknights9290 I got mine from cycle Highlands in Ballater, Aberdeenshire. Great service!
@oldak86473 жыл бұрын
@@jordanowengriffiths wow I spent my summer job in your area...cool Grouse hunting
@leeosborne60713 жыл бұрын
I’m going for the 500 hopefully will get it mid October can’t wait
@edzeppelin9333 жыл бұрын
How is it? I'm expecting the 500 by the end of November
@tandemwarhead3 жыл бұрын
I'm still waiting on my 600, tnx covid
@taranveerkarir9203 Жыл бұрын
Just for anyone watching this video in 2023, We do have the green and red colorway in the UK
@GuyKesTV Жыл бұрын
I didn't know that, thanks for the update 👍
@grumpy-dad370111 ай бұрын
Just bought 1. That new bike day feeling
@adrianszabelski81053 жыл бұрын
Got my whyte 805 stolen and no information so might be getting 1 of these thanks for the review
@danparks88943 жыл бұрын
That bike looks fantastic. Really interested in this and such a good review. Cheers!
@GuyKesTV4 ай бұрын
Thanks Dan
@edzeppelin9333 жыл бұрын
Put a deposit on a Big Trail 500 a few weeks back. Expecting it to arrive in November in Australia. Can't wait!
@ibby81ae3 жыл бұрын
Wow over a year wait.
@octodadmtbmartyrichards28623 жыл бұрын
Good farm bike for New Zealand 🇳🇿 farmers and probably a really good basic reliable fleet bike. I have had Merida bikes for about 10 years and they are very reliable and good value for money 💰
@murrijuana28422 жыл бұрын
Oh wow, are you a farmer with a fleet of bikes?! How did you train the animals to ride the bikes?
@alexanderlawson49203 жыл бұрын
Great ride there,nice bike.... Colin P. you better get this soon.
@colinpetrie49553 жыл бұрын
👍😉
@mattcowlard46623 жыл бұрын
Love your honest reviews my fiancee is getting me the 400 for Christmas would love you to review that one too mate
@GuyKesTV3 жыл бұрын
Good choice!
@francisholmes24933 жыл бұрын
Excellent review Thank You
@oliverp41153 жыл бұрын
Roll on end of Nov for when mine arrives. Hopefully get some deore 6120 brakes straight on to it.
@yengsabio53153 жыл бұрын
Hello! Did you have your bike already? How's the ridin', eh mate?
@oliverp41152 жыл бұрын
@@yengsabio5315 late reply. Yes. It's my go to bike. Awesome
@ridefrifjell5453 жыл бұрын
Great review, as usual! Get well soon!
@martinrafferty78263 жыл бұрын
Great review. I already have a high spec full sus, but looking for a good hardtail as a winter rider and when I ride from home where the trails are less technical. Looked like a fun trail.
@GuyKesTV3 жыл бұрын
This would be pretty much ideal for that Martin
@martinrafferty78263 жыл бұрын
@@GuyKesTV Going to get the Big Trail 500 as going to use my Cycle to work scheme and this only allows a bike up to £1200. Same frame and still a 140 travel fork but not as good as the bomber. No brainer with the money I can save through the scheme. I did like the purple of the 600 though lol.
@scottdonald673 жыл бұрын
@@martinrafferty7826 how is the 500?
@martinrafferty78263 жыл бұрын
@@scottdonald67 It's great! Was slightly concerned about the entry level fork as I'm used to a high end fork on my Full Sus bike, but it's been fine over rooty stuff and small drops. Bike climbs well and is really agile. Even the stock saddle has been fine on longer rides.
@valentinionita44492 жыл бұрын
@@GuyKesTV what size was the bike (if you can remember) and what is your height and leg inseam if you would be so kind to answer. I'm 181cm tall with a 75cm inseam and I'm conflicted between a order for XL or XXL. don't see much diference on paper except XXL is longer (which a I want), but I'm still woried I won't make the best choice. My current bike was not bought according my measurements (it's a bit on the small side) and I've learned to adapt to it in time.
@TheJleacy103 жыл бұрын
Got mine about 2weeks ago. I must say it's a absolute gem to smash around Leith Hill and the rest of the Mole Valley. Anyone that does get one should have some proper pedals ready as it comes with plastic flats with no grip.
@stephengay45773 жыл бұрын
What height are you? And what size did you get? I am a bit worried about the short reach and top tube!
@TheJleacy103 жыл бұрын
5.8 so I got the large. Didn't want to risk medium because of the short reach.
@yengsabio53153 жыл бұрын
Impressive review, kind Sir! With that, I'm gonna consider this bike for future acquisition since Merida is a locally-available brand here. Lots'a love, coffee-cheers, & Mabuhay, from tropical Philippines!
@bricksandgames22443 жыл бұрын
Great review. I Currently have a Merida Big Nine limited and a Nukeproof Scout 29er....and still very tempted to buy this bike!
@christofferhjalmarsson51373 жыл бұрын
isnt this bike very close to a scout? at least the 2021, basically same geo and fork at least. shorter reach than scout tho
@bricksandgames22443 жыл бұрын
@@christofferhjalmarsson5137 I am assuming its similar.
@sdqsdq62743 жыл бұрын
@@bricksandgames2244 looks the same , ragley marley frame looks different thou
@colinpetrie49553 жыл бұрын
Ordered - picking up in November 👍
@yyh86073 жыл бұрын
I just preordered this green/red 600 version for HKD$8,892 at my LBS in HK. That converts to approx GBP$890. I don't know why it sells for GBP$1500 in other cities?
@BeateUwe-ge9hx3 ай бұрын
Fahr das bike seit 2jahren,sportlichen sattel ergänzt,mittlerweile neue felgen.. ..hätte die gabel gerne in schwarz....aber das teil rockt!!!
@joshdelgado38903 жыл бұрын
Absolutely loved this bike from the moment I saw it. So much I placed an order on one only to find out after the expected wait time of 3-4 weeks had changed to just over 10 months. Got my money back and will put it down on something else. It's a shame that only a few of these will make it to AUS for the lucky people who ordered earlier. Wish I was one of them! Haha
@GuyKesTV3 жыл бұрын
Damn. They’re a great price in Aus too.
@oliverp41153 жыл бұрын
I was due one on the first run. Now I'm due on end of Nov. We will see!
@chefgav13 жыл бұрын
really? was that 99 bikes
@jamiewoodhouse17903 жыл бұрын
Hi guy excellent review, will the Merida be a challenge for the Whyte 905?
@daveygomery18883 жыл бұрын
I'd like to know what people think of the 400
@ukbri487 Жыл бұрын
Also in 2023, I paid £1295, love it.
@howlandgrowl3 жыл бұрын
Hi Guy, great review as usual, just a couple of questions, one hopefully you can answer, maybe not the other one? What is the maximum width tyre the bike can take? A Rocky Mountain Growler takes 2.6 tyres easily, can the Merida match that? Secondly, why do Merida build a bike that's designed for the UK market, influenced by UK riders, launch the bike in cracking green/red colour combo. and then say it's not available over here in that colour, we get a two tone horrible purple for the flagship model? Hoping to get my hands on one of these, but may have to try one of the mail order stores from Europe to get that colour scheme? Merida kicking the LBS "in the balls" with drab colour schemes for the UK market. Can we start a petition to get Merida to bring that colour scheme to the UK?
@GuyKesTV3 жыл бұрын
You'd get a 2.5 in no problem but I reckon it'd be very tight with a proper 2.6in. And no idea why this colour isn't coming into the UK, it's even better in the flesh 🙄
@howlandgrowl3 жыл бұрын
Hi Guy, found out from Merida that because the bike is UK designed they have a "special colour scheme" unique for our market! Whoever thought of the purple must have been pissed at the time?
@christofferhjalmarsson51373 жыл бұрын
imo the purple looks pretty good, not my favourite but its not ugly. the green one looks better but im getting a bit christmas vibes.
@christofferhjalmarsson51373 жыл бұрын
@Dorian Rees how does it ride?
@markharrison24843 жыл бұрын
Been waiting for this one
@GuyKesTV3 жыл бұрын
Yeah sorry, breaking my leg slowed things down a bit 😬
@mikenoakes47073 жыл бұрын
Great review, would have been sold if they hadn't stuck the UK with a webbo purple! Have you ever reviewed a 901 Guy?
@christofferhjalmarsson51373 жыл бұрын
Nice, been waiting for this one! you recommended sonder transmitter to me a while back. will you ve doing a review of that bike also?
@SUPER8ALTERN83 жыл бұрын
He already did review it I believe some time ago on bike radar site but thats the older v2 version... I've got the v3 version thats on sale currently if uve got any questions Im happy to answer
@user-uo2rd4yl5x2 жыл бұрын
👍 Really nice review! Not as usual some guys did - 20 mins blablabla near brand new bike 😅😅
@GuyKesTV2 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, glad you enjoyed it.
@hambo763 жыл бұрын
The Ragley Marley you tested a few months back had ISCG tabs :)
@user-ug4pm3dj2z11 ай бұрын
Hi Guy - I’ve just ordered a 600 on special sale from Tredz. I know Stainburn is one of your local runs (15 mins from me, too) but I’m wondering where you recorded this video review? The trail looks great, and I’m hoping it’s still local-ish for me to try out my soon-to-be not-so-shiny new ride 😊 TYIA
@GuyKesTV11 ай бұрын
It’s Nidd Gorge north of Harrogate / Knaresboro. Not one for a busy weekend though!
@brush_popper3 жыл бұрын
Wish i could have one someday.
@JokaEfa3 жыл бұрын
Impressive bike and rider 🤘
@GuyKesTV3 жыл бұрын
Thanks John, its a flattering bike for sure.
@yyh86073 жыл бұрын
Originally I ordered this 600 model at my LBS in overseas back in mid September, the shop said it should arrive by November. However, the shop called today and said the shipment is delayed till next year April/May coz the other components such as drivetrain etc. made by Shimano are in shortage, and so even if Merida could produce solely the frame on time, they couldn't deliver the complete bike!! Anyone facing similar problems?
@oliverp41153 жыл бұрын
Mine was due sept. Then end of Nov. Yet to speak to my LBS. Looked at tredz website which now says August 2021 for the 600. Silly me sold my old 29er in preparation....
@yyh86073 жыл бұрын
@@oliverp4115 August 2021!! That's nuts! I also sold my carbon fiber 26er for this one. I now have no mtb to ride but a 14 inch wheel folding bike. lol. Wonder if I should really wait for this Merida 600 at this specific color and parts? or if switching to other colors and lower spec models would help speeding up the delivery?
@tebogopodile3 жыл бұрын
Just bought the 200. Doesn't come with a dropper or the Z2 fork. But I'm definitely planning to get that dropper soon.
@GuyKesTV3 жыл бұрын
Yep, a basic dropper would be a great upgrade. Enjoy.
@wcchang33212 жыл бұрын
I feel a little trembling about so fast movement. Do you record this video in normal speed? Just curious, I am fresh and just going to buy a Merida trail.
@Djpumkin3 жыл бұрын
i have one and i love it
@GuyKesTV3 жыл бұрын
Excellent
@stuartrobbins9474 Жыл бұрын
Great review, nice one! Would you size up if you’d normally ride a medium? Cheers
@GuyKesTV Жыл бұрын
Cheers Stuart, if you're coming from an older bike then the longer reach will effectively mean you're sizing up automatically
@Bke22283 ай бұрын
Hi @guykestv I'm getting my first modern 29er. I'm 5' 10" but not sure whether to go L or XL. Which would you go for if it were your first 29er?
@konradsmiaek7668 Жыл бұрын
Hi, great review 👍 I'm 182cm. What size You suggest L or XL for hard trail riding? Usually I've used L.
@Chaddlee Жыл бұрын
I am a little bit shorter than you and i went for the large size. It feels fine, I just have the seat post down lower than this video.
@nito_gocni54602 жыл бұрын
If I could get your opinion......I'm 187cm tall, 89 inseam, 60cm arms and quite broad. I can't find one to try and sit on and I could get an XL on a discount online. Will it be big enough? Merida site places me on an XL but its making me nervous when everyone says to size up. 😬
@tomsumner77463 жыл бұрын
I'm looking to buy one of these, though don't know what to size to go with. I'm 5ft11, would the Large or XL be better?
@GuyKesTV3 жыл бұрын
Same height as me and L fitted great
@tillschilling72563 жыл бұрын
Which bike would you choose between this Merida and a One On Big Dog?
@yoshitweaky3 жыл бұрын
I would like to know this too
@rpwhite053 жыл бұрын
Hi where is this place you are riding, looks really good 🤔 getting bored of all my local stuff around Halifax W’Yorks
@willbmtb89373 жыл бұрын
I also really want to know. He has don’t loads of tests round here. Looks great.
@ibby81ae3 жыл бұрын
Hi guy, I read your review on this bike and when you say size up for enduro do you mean one size up or straight to XL?
@GuyKesTV3 жыл бұрын
Hi ibby, just go one size up from what Mérida suggest 👍🏻
@pipas62173 жыл бұрын
Great video! But is the frame really that good? I mean the frame is the heart of the bike, the only part I won't upgrade. So is it at least double-butted?
@murrijuana28422 жыл бұрын
Why buy a complete bike then? Wanker
@user-cq8rb3hf8w Жыл бұрын
HELP!!! My height is 1.73cm-1.74cm (5'7 - 5'8) and my inseam is 82cm (32). I take size M or L?? The page tells me size M but having a relaxed geometry (65.5 degrees) and having a short seat tube, I don't know if I would be comfortable in a size L. What do you recommend me?
@frankiedoodle89843 жыл бұрын
Hi Guy, what do you reckon to using this for technical natural trails with some 2-3 foot drops?? Is it designed to be a do it all hardtail it is it focussed more on keeping the wheels on the floor.. Cheers
@GuyKesTV3 жыл бұрын
It’ll be more than fine with that. Great fork, plenty of tyre size and a forgiving frame.
@frankiedoodle89843 жыл бұрын
@@GuyKesTV great thanks for the reply - One local dealer has this hopefully coming mid November so patiently waiting to upgrade to the 600
@jameswood7784Ай бұрын
Great review. Looking at the Big Trail 400 myself for my first MTB. At 6"2 and with a XXL now, im unsure whether to go for the XL or size up to the XXL. Any advice?
@GuyKesTVАй бұрын
Hey James, my advice would to wait until Wednesday afternoon 🤫
@jameswood7784Ай бұрын
@@GuyKesTV okay 🫡
@jameswood7784Ай бұрын
Great review, the new big trail series sounds great! Unfortunately, a bit out of budget for me as I can find a Big Trail 400 on sale for £725. Any recommendations on size? Would you suggest sizing up to the XXL (500 reach) or sticking with the XL (475 reach). It's my first MTB so no idea how these numbers relate to real world feel, and unfortunately can't try before I buy.
@GuyKesTVАй бұрын
@@jameswood7784 ey up James, how tall are you?
@jameswood7784Ай бұрын
@@GuyKesTV 6"2 mate
@blacknights92903 жыл бұрын
Hi I’m interested in buying this bike , but I can’t buy it in my country Hungary 🇭🇺.If you know a place anywhere were can I order it please contact me back
@wcchang33212 жыл бұрын
I feel trembling in such fast movement. Do you make this video in normal speed? I am just going to buy a trail.
@sdqsdq62743 жыл бұрын
did u bunnyhop over the log or just ride over, and i like that twig kickstand , lol
@GuyKesTV3 жыл бұрын
I didn't know at the time (I thought it was just bruised) but I actually had a broken fibula (lower leg) which meant it was hurting to jump, so I just kind of hoiked the front wheel and hopped. Twig kickstand FTW every time 🤣
@forzer4563 жыл бұрын
Are you able to give more thoughts on the 200 and rest of the range?
@josegabriel57203 жыл бұрын
hi guy torn between the big trail 600 and the canyon grand canyon 8. using it on some trails/road. which one would be more suited for a newbie?
@GuyKesTV3 жыл бұрын
Hi Jose, for a mix of OK on easy trails and easier pedalling on the road then Grand Canyon is a classic old skool cross country hardtail. If you want a bike to help you ride more interesting stuff off road and are happy to have more of a slog on the road to get there/back then I'd go Merida or the new Canyon Stoic. If most of your riding will be road with an occasional exploring of easy (not too steep or rocky) trails then maybe even have a look at a gravel bike like the Canyon Grail or Merida Silex. Hope that helps.
@josegabriel57203 жыл бұрын
hi guy thanks for replying...just one more question is the merida big trail ok to use for xc? is it suitable for day long rides on various terrain?
@geirosrival44683 жыл бұрын
Hi! I have several questions about this bike. Is the red color at the top of the frame a sticker or paint? on the merida website they say he weighs 12kg and how much do you think he really weighs?
@GuyKesTV3 жыл бұрын
I had a large and it was 13.6kg red panel is paint. Full details here: www.bikeperfect.com/reviews/merida-bigtrail-600-2021-trail-hardtail-review
@geirosrival44683 жыл бұрын
@@GuyKesTV Thank you very much for solving my doubts and good contribution!
@joeevans2663 жыл бұрын
Hiya Guy. If you had the choice between this and the aluminium santa cruz chameleon, no budget, no comparing the components just based on the two that you have reviewed, if you had them both sat in your garage which would you choose to ride?
@GuyKesTV3 жыл бұрын
If you take price out of the equation then I’d probably go Chameleon as ride quality is amazing for alloy and you get the singlespeed option and a lifetime warranty. It’s impossible to give a definitive call on the ride without testing them head to head though and the Merida feels great for the money, esp with the bigger tyre
@joeevans2663 жыл бұрын
@@GuyKesTV thanks guy, appreciate that. Hopefully next year if all the madness dies down il actually be able to find and buy one of them. Love your reviews. Have a good christmas.
@ibby81ae3 жыл бұрын
Hi guy, how does the merida compare to the trek roscoe 7 2022?
@matthewbarker-platt11559 ай бұрын
So I’m 5ft 10 , where do I need to be for frame size on this bike , I’m hearing different things!????
@GuyKesTV9 ай бұрын
I’d say that puts you on a large as you’re only an inch shorter than I am and I’ve got really stumpy legs
@DR_1S3 жыл бұрын
Love the bike, but purple is not as good as green one. I will import green one from one of the UE country to UK definitely
@GuyKesTV3 жыл бұрын
Fair enough!
@davorsvecnjak16363 жыл бұрын
Is this bike good for long distances, commute to work?
@ciderffects3 жыл бұрын
How are these for sizing? I am right on the line between medium and large according to their website so it sure what to do?
@yoshitweaky3 жыл бұрын
i was the same, went for the large, I was told the sizing only changes the reach not standover on this model. I am 180cm tall, arm length 59cm inner leg 76cm. Large is perfect for me
@raresvolanin90003 жыл бұрын
Hey, could you tell me how tall you are and what size did you get? I am between sizes according to website, and I'm confused.
@GuyKesTV3 жыл бұрын
I’m 180cm and was riding a large but I’d probably go for an XL for the reach
@lachlancallander28433 жыл бұрын
Im 17 and 182cm tall. What size woukd you reccomend? I feel as though the xl woukd be far too big but im worried about the reach on the L
@GuyKesTV3 жыл бұрын
Ey up Lachlan, I’m 180cm and I’d be tempted to go XL for the reach, especially as you might still grow a bit. A large will be easier to flick and Chuck around if you’re more into jibbing than just fast downhills.
@10stoneobones863 жыл бұрын
I'm 6'6" and the xl is good for me
@Baldyford7 ай бұрын
I've been looking at this as a good all rounder for my n+1. At 5'10, I'm smack in the middle of M and L sizing but based your review Guy it feels like the L would be the way to go?
@GuyKesTV7 ай бұрын
Yeah I’d definitely go for the large as you’re basically my height 👍🏻
@Baldyford7 ай бұрын
@@GuyKesTV smashing, cheers mate 👍🏻
@stug454 ай бұрын
@@GuyKesTV Im going for the medium to make it more playful - i ride a medium trek rail and love the way it fits - will i regret the size?
@GuyKesTV4 ай бұрын
@@stug45 If you're comfy on a medium Rail then Medium Big Trail is definitely the right way to go
@Bke22283 ай бұрын
@baldyford did you go for the L?
@aarongoodwin76593 жыл бұрын
Can you review a whyte 529 v3 please 😃
@pablogarcia51483 жыл бұрын
Neat 👍
@ibby81ae3 жыл бұрын
I'm 176cm tall on the high end of medium on the Web site, should I get a large?
@GuyKesTV3 жыл бұрын
Yes I would say so as I'm only 4cm taller and the large was compact even for me.
@ibby81ae3 жыл бұрын
@@GuyKesTV thanks Guy.
@ibby81ae3 жыл бұрын
@@GuyKesTV hi guy, do you think extra large would be better for my hight or size up from the website recommendations?
@emy76953 жыл бұрын
Dove si può acquistare?
@makarpompidou10633 жыл бұрын
Good day, what size is your frame ?
@GuyKesTV3 жыл бұрын
I rode a large. I’m 180cm tall
@Ace-bx6nr2 жыл бұрын
Nice. Can it handle 160mm travel fork?
@GuyKesTV2 жыл бұрын
I think 160 might be pushing it as it would slacken the seat tube and raise the BB a lot but a 150 would be no problem.
@Ace-bx6nr2 жыл бұрын
@@GuyKesTV thanks for the response, Sir. Just purchased 160mm travel fork. I guess i need to lower its travel to 150mm sooner
@GuyKesTV2 жыл бұрын
@@Ace-bx6nr You may as well give it a go as is, it might be fine. Especially if you run a bit more sag than normal.
@Ace-bx6nr2 жыл бұрын
@@GuyKesTV thanks for the information, Sir. I would definitely try your suggestion 1st and see if it would work just fine before lowering its travel
@sethmarko6023 жыл бұрын
Im 5"5 what should i get? Small or medium?
@StepXX3 жыл бұрын
I would check your inseam in terms of standover. My girlfriend is 5'5 and I wanted to grab Small big.trail 600 for her, but Merida or it's dealers will not ship S sizes here at all(( Probably will have to go with Orbea Laufey
@yoshitweaky3 жыл бұрын
@@StepXX i was torn between the laufey and this. I got the merida as the laufey wasnt available anywhere until july 2021. Laufey looks mean but the is understated and I like that too
@mmmcheese13 жыл бұрын
Is this video an paid ad?
@TheAllEngineering3 жыл бұрын
Probably not Merida bikes stand up on their own merit, go and watch any Santa Cruz bike review if you want to see a paid for review !!
@mmmcheese13 жыл бұрын
@@TheAllEngineering "Includes paid promotion" at the start of the video suggests its an ad