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At a glance
Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2008 Marin Hawk Hill and 2011 Marin Hawk Hill.
- Gearing
2011 Marin Hawk Hill has a 6% lower climbing ratio than 2008 Marin Hawk Hill.
A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.
- Identity & price
2008 Marin Hawk Hill had an original MSRP $150 lower than 2011 Marin Hawk Hill.
Original MSRP is the published list price when new, not today’s used-bike value.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.1; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.65:1Highest4.00:1Total range618%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.2; rear size isn’t listed.
How it works
Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.
Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.
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Specification
2008 Marin Hawk Hill
2011 Marin Hawk Hill
Overview
Model Year
2008
2011
Brand
Marin
Marin
Model
Hawk Hill
Hawk Hill
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$750.00
$899.99
Colors
Matte Red Rock
Black/yellow
Sizes
13", 15", 17", 19", 20.5", 22"
13, 15, 17, 19, 20.5, 22
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
Aluminum
Frame Material
6061 Hydroformed Aluminum
6061 aluminum
Fork
Marzocchi MZ Comp, 100mm travel
SR Suntour Raidan LOD, 100mm travel
Fork Material
Steel, single crown
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Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
Mountain Mix
Shifters
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shimano SLX Shadow
Crankset
Truvativ ISO Flow 3.0, 22/32/44 teeth
TruVativ E400 3.0, 44/32/22t teeth
Bottom Bracket
TruVativ Power Spline
TruVativ Cartridge sealed
Cassette
Shimano
Shimano HG50
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain
SRAM PC-951
Shimano HG53
Pedals
Composite
Composite
Brakes
Brakes
Avid BB 5 Mechanical brakes, forged alloy 3 finger levers
Tektro Draco Hydraulic brakes, Tektro Draco Hydraulic levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" FSA TH-888
1 1/8" FSA no.10
Handlebar
Double Butted 6061 Alloy
Double Butted 6061 Alloy
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Marin OS Alloy
Marin OS Alloy
Saddle
WTB Speed V Sport LE
WTB Vigo Comp
Seatpost
Alloy Micro Adjust, 30.9mm diameter
Comp Alloy Micro Adjust, 30.9mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Alloy Double Sealed
Alloy Double Sealed
Rims
WTB DX23, 32-hole
WTB DX23, 32-hole
Spokes
WTB stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm)
WTB stainless, 15ga. (1.8mm)
Front Tire
26 x 2.10" WTB Prowler MX Comp
26 x 2.2'' Continental Mountain King
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.