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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2009 Marin Alpine Trail and 2007 Marin Alpine Trail.
- Gearing
2009 Marin Alpine Trail has a 6% lower climbing ratio than 2007 Marin Alpine Trail.
A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.
- Identity & price
2007 Marin Alpine Trail had an original MSRP $111 lower than 2009 Marin Alpine Trail.
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.
Lowest0.65:1Highest3.82:1Total range590%
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
2009 Marin Alpine Trail
2007 Marin Alpine Trail
Overview
Model Year
2009
2007
Brand
Marin
Marin
Model
Alpine Trail
Alpine Trail
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$599.99
$489.00
Colors
Black Shadow
Gloss Black Pearl
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 Double Butted Aluminum
Edge II 7005 Aluminum
Fork
RockShox Dart 1, 100mm travel
Rock Shox Dart 1, 100mm
Fork Material
Single
Magnesium/steel/aluminum, single crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
Mountain Mix
Shifters
Shimano Alivio
Shimano EF50 EZ-Fire
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus
Shimano Acera
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio
Shimano Alivio
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 - 34 teeth
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
KMC HG40
Shimano HG40
Pedals
Composite
Composite
Brakes
Brakes
Hayes MX-4 mechanical w/6" rotor brakes, forged alloy 3 finger 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 OS riser
Double Butted 6061 Alloy riser
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Marin OS Alloy
Forged Alloy
Saddle
WTB Speed V Sport LE
WTB Speed V Sport SE
Seatpost
Alloy Micro Adjust, 27.2mm diameter
Alloy Micro Adjust, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Alloy Double Sealed Disc QR
Alloy Double Sealed
Rims
Alex TD-24, 32-hole
Alex TA-19, 32-hole
Spokes
WTB stainless, 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.