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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 2007 Marin Portofino and 2008 Marin Portofino.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest1.25:1Highest4.33:1Total range347%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×23; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest1.25:1Highest4.17:1Total range333%
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 Portofino
2008 Marin Portofino
Overview
Model Year
2007
2008
Brand
Marin
Marin
Model
Portofino
Portofino
Bicycle Type
Road/sport
Road/sport
Original MSRP
$679.00
$700.00
Colors
Gloss Silver, Gloss Pearl
Gloss Smoke
Sizes
48.5cm, 51.5cm, 54.5cm, 57.5cm, 60.5cm
52cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm, 61cm
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded/bonded
Frame Material
Edge II 7005 Aluminum
6061 aluminum
Fork
Carbon Road
Carbon Road
Fork Material
Carbon/aluminum steerer, aero crown
Carbon, aero crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano Sora
Road Mix
Shifters
Shimano Sora
Shimano Sora
Front Derailleur
Shimano 2203
Shimano 2203
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Sora
Shimano Sora
Crankset
FSA CFM, 30/42/52 teeth
FSA Vero, 30/39/50 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Sealed Cartridge
Sealed cartridge
Rear Cogs
8-speed, 12 - 24 teeth
8-speed, 12 - 24 teeth
Chain
Shimano HG40
Shimano HG40
Pedals
Composite with Alloy Cage
Composite with Alloy Cage
Brakes
Brakes
Dual-Pivot Calipers brakes, Shimano with Integrated Shifters levers
Dual pivot brakes, Shimano Sora levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threadless Ritchey Logic Comp
1 1/8" Ritchey Logic Comp
Handlebar
6061 Alloy
6061 Alloy OS
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Alloy Adjustable
Alloy Adjustable
Saddle
Marin Plush Road
Marin Plush Road
Seatpost
Suspension, 27.2mm diameter
Suspension, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Formula
Formula
Rims
Alex R450, 28-hole/32-hole
Alex R450, 28-hole/32-hole
Spokes
Stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm) straight gauge
WTB stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm)
Front Tire
700 x 23c Kenda Koncept
700 x 23c Kenda Koncept
Wheel Size
700c wheels
700c wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.