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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 Quake 7.9 and 2011 Marin Quake 7.9.
- Gearing
2009 Marin Quake 7.9 has a 8% lower climbing ratio than 2011 Marin Quake 7.9.
A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.
- Identity & price
2011 Marin Quake 7.9 had an original MSRP $1,000 lower than 2009 Marin Quake 7.9.
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.
Lowest0.65:1Highest3.27:1Total range506%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.5; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.71:1Highest3.27:1Total range464%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.5; 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 Quake 7.9
2011 Marin Quake 7.9
Overview
Model Year
2009
2011
Brand
Marin
Marin
Model
Quake 7.9
Quake 7.9
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Original MSRP
$4,999.99
$3,999.99
Colors
Dark Gray Anodized
White/blue
Sizes
S, M, L
S, M
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
Aluminum
Frame Material
6061 Custom Butted/ Hydraformed Aluminum
6061 aluminum
Fork
RockShox Totem Coil, 180mm travel
RockShox Totem Coil, 180mm travel
Fork Material
Single
—
Rear Shock
Fox DHX Air 5.0, 170mm travel
RockShox Vivid coil, 180mm travel
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano Saint
Mountain Mix
Shifters
Shimano Saint RapidFire
SRAM X.5
Front Derailleur
Shimano SLX
SRAM X.7
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Saint
SRAM X.9
Crankset
Shimano Saint w/e.13 DRS/bashguard, 22/36 teeth
TruVativ Holzfeller, 36/24t teeth
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Hollowtech II
Truvativ Howitzer XR
Cassette
Shimano XT
SRAM PG-950
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain
Shimano HG73
Shimano HG73
Pedals
Syncros Meat Hook
—
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Saint brakes, Shimano Saint levers
Avid Elixer R Hydraulic Disc brakes, Avid Hydraulic Disc levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/2" FSA Orbit DL
1.5" FSA Orbit
Handlebar
Syncros FR 2014 alloy OS
Marin 7050 Alloy
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Syncros FR
Gap OS
Saddle
WTB Pure V Race
WTB Rocket V Race
Seatpost
Syncros Derived, 31.6mm diameter
FSA FR-270, 30.9mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Shimano Saint 20mm, Rear: Shimano Saint 150 x 12mm
Front: Marin Sealed Cartridge Bearings, 20mm, Rear: SuNringle Jumping Flea
Rims
Mavic EX325, 32-hole
Mavic EX-325, 32-hole
Spokes
DT Swiss stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
DT stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front Tire
26 x 2.50" Kenda Nevegal
26 x 2.5" Maxxis Minion DH
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.