Norco Storm 3 vs Trek Marlin 5 Gen 3
A side-by-side comparison of two mountain bikes available in Australia, on price and specs. The Norco Storm 3 is the lower-priced of the two.
| Price | $899 | $899.99 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Mountain | Mountain |
| Type | Non-electric | Non-electric |
| Geometry | ||
| Frame size | M | M |
| Reach | 425 mm | 440 mm |
| Stack | 624 mm | 609 mm |
| Stack/reach | 1.47 | 1.38 |
| Head angle | 68.5 deg | 66.5 deg |
| Seat angle | 75 deg | 74 deg |
| Wheelbase | 1146 mm | 1163 mm |
| Chainstay | 450 mm | 438 mm |
| BB drop | 63 mm | 60 mm |
| Gearing | ||
| Lowest ratio (climbing) | 0.67 | 0.65 |
| Highest ratio (speed) | 2.73 | 2.73 |
| Gearing | Very low climbing gear | Very low climbing gear |
| Drivetrain and build | ||
| Drive | 1x | 1x |
| Speeds | 8 | 9 |
| Cassette | Shimano ESSA CS-HG300-8 | Shimano LinkGlide LG300, 9sp |
| Brakes | Shimano BR-MT200 | Tektro HD-M275 hydraulic disc |
| Wheelset | Alloy XD-155 rims, Formula hubs | Bontrager Connection rims, Formula hubs |
| Stock tyre | 29x2.25 | 29x2.4 |
| Suspension | ||
| Front travel | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Fork | SR Suntour XCT30 Coil | SR Suntour XCT 30 |
| Wheel config | 29 | 29 |
| Discipline | XC | XC |
BikeFinder Data Profile. Geometry and component figures are researched from published manufacturer and retailer sources, not physical ride tests, and can vary by model year.
Specs and pricing are listed in AUD and sourced from Australian retail listings. Confirm current details with the seller before purchase.