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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2008 Marin Bobcat Trail and 2009 Marin Bobcat Trail.
- Gearing
2009 Marin Bobcat Trail has a 6% lower climbing ratio than 2008 Marin Bobcat Trail.
A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.
- Equipment
2009 Marin Bobcat Trail has 20 mm more front travel than 2008 Marin Bobcat Trail in the selected sizes.
Front travel is fork suspension stroke, not rear-wheel travel.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.69:1Highest3.82:1Total range555%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.1; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.65:1Highest3.82:1Total range590%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.1; 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 Bobcat Trail
2009 Marin Bobcat Trail
Overview
Model Year
2008
2009
Brand
Marin
Marin
Model
Bobcat Trail
Bobcat Trail
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$645.00
$729.99
Colors
Matte Mica, Gloss Brick
Red Ruby, Mica
Sizes
13", 15", 17", 19", 20.5", 22"
13", 15", 17", 19", 20.5", 22"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
6061 Hydroformed Aluminum
6061 Double Butted Aluminum w/Hydroform TT & DT
Fork
RockShox Dart 1, 80mm travel
RockShox Dart 1, 100mm travel
Fork Material
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Single
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
Mountain Mix
Shifters
Shimano Alivio
Shimano Alivio
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus
Shimano Altus
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore
Crankset
TruVativ X-Flow 3.0, 22/32/42 teeth
TruVativ X-Flow 3.0, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Truvativ sealed cartridge
Truvativ sealed cartridge
Cassette
Shimano HG30
Shimano HG30
Rear Cogs
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
8-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain
Shimano HG40
KMC HG40
Pedals
Composite
Composite
Brakes
Brakes
Avid BB 5 Mechanical brakes, forged alloy 3 finger levers
Tektro Auriga Comp w/160mm rotor brakes, Tektro Auriga Comp hydraulic levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" FSA TH-888
1 1/8" TH-888
Handlebar
Double Butted 6061 Alloy
Double Butted 6061 Alloy OS riser
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Marin OS Alloy
Marin OS Alloy
Saddle
WTB Speed V Sport LE
WTB Speed V Sport LE
Seatpost
Alloy Micro Adjust, 30.9mm diameter
Alloy Micro Adjust, 30.9mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Alloy Double Sealed
Alloy Double Sealed Disc QR
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 2.10" WTB Prowler MX
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.