Both bikes are around the same price range, only differences are the shifters, Microshift on the Trail, and Tourney on the Marlin, as well as the drivetrains with the 1×8 on the Trail and 3×7 on the Marlin.
Any other big differences?
Which bike is better for intermediate trails and off roading?
https://99spokes.com/compare?bikes=cannondale-trail-7-2020%2Cgiant-talon-4-2021%2Ctrek-marlin-5-2021
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