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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 2009 Marin Nail Trail and 2008 Marin Nail Trail.
- Identity & price
2008 Marin Nail Trail had an original MSRP $105 lower than 2009 Marin Nail 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.
Lowest0.65:1Highest4.00:1Total range618%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.1; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.65:1Highest4.00:1Total range618%
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.
Complete specification tableShows different published values and gaps where a bicycle lacks data. Different wording reflects source language, not necessarily different components. Swipe for more columns.
Specification
2009 Marin Nail Trail
2008 Marin Nail Trail
Overview
Model Year
2009
2008
Brand
Marin
Marin
Model
Nail Trail
Nail Trail
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$1,549.99
$1,445.00
Colors
Silver Mercury
Gloss Shadow
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 Triple Butted Aluminum
6061 Triple Butted Aluminum
Fork
Fox 32 F100R, 100mm travel
Fox 32 F100R, 100mm travel
Fork Material
Single
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano SLX
Mountain Mix
Shifters
Shimano SLX RapidFire
Shimano LX
Front Derailleur
Shimano SLX
Shimano Deore
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT Shadow
Shimano XT Shadow
Crankset
TruVativ Firex 3.2, 22/32/44 teeth
Truvativ Firex 3.2 GXP, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
TruVativ GXP
TruVativ GXP
Cassette
Shimano
Shimano
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain
Shimano HG-53
SRAM PC-951
Pedals
Shimano PD-M520
Ritchey V4 Clipless
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Juicy 3 w/160mm rotor brakes, Avid Juicy 3 levers
Avid Juicy 3 brakes, Avid Juicy 3 levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" TH-888
1 1/8" FSA TH-888
Handlebar
Double Butted 6061 Alloy OS riser
6061 Alloy OS Riser
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
FSA OS-150LX
FSA OS-150
Saddle
WTB Laser V Comp
WTB Speed V Comp
Seatpost
FSA SL-280, 30.9mm diameter
FSA SL-280, 30.9mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Shimano Deore disc
Shimano Deore disc
Rims
Mavic XM 117, 32-hole
Mavic XM 117 Disc, 32-hole
Spokes
WTB stainless, 15ga. (1.8mm)
WTB stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm)
Front Tire
26 x 2.10" WTB Prowler MX
26 x 2.10" WTB Prowler MX Comp
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.