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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 Nail Trail and 2011 Marin Nail Trail.
- Identity & price
2009 Marin Nail Trail had an original MSRP $100 lower than 2011 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.
Lowest0.67:1Highest3.82:1Total range573%
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 Nail Trail
2011 Marin Nail Trail
Overview
Model Year
2009
2011
Brand
Marin
Marin
Model
Nail Trail
Nail Trail
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$1,549.99
$1,649.99
Colors
Silver Mercury
Black
Sizes
13", 15", 17", 19", 20.5", 22"
13, 15, 17, 19, 20.5, 22
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
Aluminum
Frame Material
6061 Triple Butted Aluminum
6061 aluminum
Fork
Fox 32 F100R, 100mm travel
Fox 32 F100RL, 100mm travel
Fork Material
Single
—
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano SLX
Mountain Mix
Shifters
Shimano SLX RapidFire
Shimano SLX
Front Derailleur
Shimano SLX
Shimano SLX
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT Shadow
Shimano XT Shadow
Crankset
TruVativ Firex 3.2, 22/32/44 teeth
Shimano Hollowtech II, 42/32/24t teeth
Bottom Bracket
TruVativ GXP
Shimano w/ HollowTech II
Cassette
Shimano
Shimano SLX
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
10-speed, 11 - 36 teeth
Chain
Shimano HG-53
Shimano HG74
Pedals
Shimano PD-M520
Shimano M520
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Juicy 3 w/160mm rotor brakes, Avid Juicy 3 levers
Avid Elixer 3 Hydraulic Disc brakes, Avid Hydraulic Disc levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" TH-888
1 1/8" FSA no.10
Handlebar
Double Butted 6061 Alloy OS riser
Double Butted 6061 Alloy
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
FSA OS-150LX
FSA OS-150
Saddle
WTB Laser V Comp
WTB Silverado Comp
Seatpost
FSA SL-280, 30.9mm diameter
FSA SL-280, 30.9mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Shimano Deore disc
Front: Shimano Deore, Rear: Shimano 525 Disc
Rims
Mavic XM 117, 32-hole
Mavic XM-119, 32-hole
Spokes
WTB stainless, 15ga. (1.8mm)
WTB stainless, 15ga. (1.8mm)
Front Tire
26 x 2.10" WTB Prowler MX
26 x 2.1'' Continental Speed King
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.