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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2007 Marin Argenta and 2006 Marin Argenta.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest1.11:1Highest4.17:1Total range375%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×23; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest1.15:1Highest4.42:1Total range383%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×23; 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
2007 Marin Argenta
2006 Marin Argenta
Overview
Model Year
2007
2006
Brand
Marin
Marin
Model
Argenta
Argenta
Bicycle Type
Road race & triathlon
Road race & triathlon
Original MSRP
$1,179.00
$1,099.99
Colors
Gloss Coal
Pearl White/Red/Black
Sizes
48.5cm, 51.5cm, 54.5cm, 57.5cm, 60.5cm
S, M, L, XL, XXL
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded/bonded
Frame Material
Triple Butted 7005 Aluminum
7005 triple butted aluminum/carbon seat stays
Fork
Carbon Road
Marin
Fork Material
Carbon/aluminum steerer, aero crown
Carbon fiber, aero crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano 105
Road mix
Shifters
Shimano 105
Shimano Tiagra STI Dual Control
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105
Shimano Tiagra
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 105
Shimano 105
Crankset
FSA Gossamer, 30/39/50 teeth
FSA Gossamer Triple, 30/42/53 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Sealed Cartridge
Sealed cartridge
Rear Cogs
10-speed, 12 - 27 teeth
9-speed, 12 - 26 teeth
Chain
Shimano 105
Shimano CN-HG53
Pedals
Composite with Alloy Cage
Composite/alloy cage
Brakes
Brakes
Dual-Pivot brakes, Shimano levers
Shimano Tiagra Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano Tiagra STI Dual Control levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" integrated Ritchey Comp Zero
1 1/8" integrated Ritchey Logic Comp Zero
Handlebar
6061 Alloy
FSA Wing
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
FSA OS170
FSA OS-170
Saddle
Selle Italia XO
Selle Italia XO Special Edition
Seatpost
Comp Alloy Micro Adjust, 27.2mm diameter
Aluminum micro-adjust
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Shimano WH-R500
Shimano WH-R500
Rims
Shimano WH-R500
Shimano WH-R500
Spokes
—
Shimano stainless steel
Front Tire
700 x 23c Kenda Koncept Lite
700 x 23C Kenda Koncept Lite
Wheel Size
700c wheels
700c wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.