Originally Posted by
veganbikes
The answer is no for so many reasons. Basically I wouldn't put any money towards a Trek Marlin except the absolute basic needs to keep it safe till I figure out my next bike. The bike is a very basic bike designed to look more like a mountain bike but perform more like a heavier cheapie hybrid. MT200s some of the best cheap brakes out there and work well and rarely have a lot of issues however a crash can change anything at any point and is not a reason to get rid of a system because of it (except replacing the damaged parts with like parts).
We get it, YOU wouldn't put any money into any bike that wasn't a high dollar custom or boutique brand, but the reality is most bikes being ridden are over the counter affordable compromises that work just fine for the people riding them and maintaining them.