Roscoe 8 gen 3 for 2025

Roscoe 8 is a rowdy hardtail built to hunt for side hits and dive into the steep stuff . Its Alpha Gold Aluminum frame pairs with a Fox Rhythm 36 fork (150mm travel) to soak up rough and chunky trail debris. It delivers plenty of gears for punchy climbs, thanks to a 12-speed Shimano Deore drivetrain, and stop-on-a-dime braking power from 4-piston Shimano M6100 hydraulic disc brakes.
The 2025 Trek Roscoe 8 is a hardtail mountain bike known for its fun and confidence-inspiring ride on trails. It features a long reach, slack head angle, steep seat angle, and short chainstays, making it both stable and nimble. The bike also boasts features like a double-sided chainstay guard, downtube guard, and internal cable routing for a quiet ride. 
Here's a more detailed look:
Key Features:
Frame: Alpha Gold Aluminum, designed for trail riding with internal cable routing for derailleur and dropper post.
Fork: RockShox Judy Silver TK with Solo Air spring, TurnKey lockout, and 120mm of travel (100mm on smaller sizes).
Wheels: Tubeless Ready with Bontrager TLR rims and Schwalbe Rocket Ron Performance tires (27.5x2.80").
Drivetrain: SRAM NX 11-speed with a 28T crank.
Brakes: Hydraulic disc brakes.
Dropper Post: Includes a dropper post for easy height adjustment while riding.
Pedals: Comes with basic flat pedals, but Trek Bikes recommends upgrading for better grip and control.
Tubeless Ready: Rims and tires are tubeless ready, making it easy to convert for better traction and fewer flats.
Geometry: Features a geometry that prioritizes stability and fun on trails. 
Why it's a good choice:
Fun and Confidence-Inspiring: The Roscoe 8 is designed to be a fun and forgiving trail bike, encouraging riders to push their limits.
Capable: It can handle a variety of trails and terrain.
Efficient: Despite its heft, it's surprisingly efficient to pedal.
Good Value: Provides a solid set of features and performance for the price. 
Considerations:
Pedals: Upgrading the pedals is recommended for enhanced control. 
Weight: While efficient, it's not the lightest hardtail on the market. 
In comparison to the Marlin:
The Roscoe is positioned as a more capable trail bike compared to the Marlin, which is more geared towards XC or light trail riding. 
If you're looking for a bike primarily for mountain biking and handling challenging trails, the Roscoe is a better choice.