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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 Bolinas Ridge and 2007 Marin Bolinas Ridge.
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.
Lowest0.69:1Highest3.82:1Total range555%
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 Bolinas Ridge
2007 Marin Bolinas Ridge
Overview
Model Year
2008
2007
Brand
Marin
Marin
Model
Bolinas Ridge
Bolinas Ridge
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$450.00
$429.00
Colors
Gloss Brushed Silver, Matte Jade
Matte Vapor, Gloss Amethyst
Sizes
13", 15", 17", 19", 20.5", 22"
13", 15", 17", 19", 20.5", 22", women's 15", women's 17"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
6061 aluminum
Edge II 7005 Aluminum
Fork
Spinner Grind OS 2, 100mm travel
Spinner Grind OS 2, 100mm
Fork Material
Single
Steel/aluminum, single crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
Mountain Mix
Shifters
Shimano EF-50 EZ Fire Integrated
Shimano EF50 EZ-Fire
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus
Shimano Acera
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera
Shimano Acera
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
—
Rear Cogs
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
Shimano HG40
Shimano HG40
Pedals
Composite
Composite
Brakes
Brakes
Forged Alloy Linear Pull brakes, Shimano EF-50 levers
Forged Alloy Linear Pull brakes, Shimano levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" Ritchey LB
1 1/8" threadless Ritchey LB
Handlebar
Double Butted 6061 Alloy
Double Butted 6061 Alloy riser
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Forged Alloy OS
Forged Alloy
Saddle
WTB Speed V Sport LE
WTB Speed V Sport S
Seatpost
Alloy Micro Adjust, 27.2mm diameter
Alloy Micro Adjust, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Alloy Double Sealed QR
Alloy Double Sealed QR
Rims
Alex TA-20, 32-hole
Alex TA-19, 32-hole
Spokes
WTB stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm)
Stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm) straight gauge
Front Tire
26 x 2.10" Kenda Koyote
26 x 2.10" Kenda Koyote
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.