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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 2010 Marin Mill Valley and 2008 Marin Mill Valley.
- Identity & price
2008 Marin Mill Valley had an original MSRP $140 lower than 2010 Marin Mill Valley.
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.
Lowest1.15:1Highest4.17:1Total range361%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×28; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest1.15:1Highest4.33:1Total range376%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×28; 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
2010 Marin Mill Valley
2008 Marin Mill Valley
Overview
Model Year
2010
2008
Brand
Marin
Marin
Model
Mill Valley
Mill Valley
Bicycle Type
Road/sport
Road/sport
Original MSRP
$1,315.00
$1,175.00
Colors
White Smoke
Gloss Mercury
Sizes
15", 17", 19", 20.5", 22"
15", 17", 19", 20.5", 22"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded/bonded
Frame Material
6061 Triple Butted Aluminum w/ Carbon stays
6061 Aluminum/ Carbon Seat Stays
Fork
RFE Carbon
Carbon Rigid
Fork Material
Carbon
Carbon, aero crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Flat Bar Road Mix
Road Mix
Shifters
Shimano SL-R440
Shimano SL-R440
Front Derailleur
Shimano R440
Shimano R443
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra
Shimano Ultegra
Crankset
FSA Omega, 30/39/50 teeth
FSA Omega, 30/42/52 teeth
Bottom Bracket
FSA Mega EXO
FSA Mega EXO
Cassette
SRAM PG-950
SRAM PG-950
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 12 - 26 teeth
9-speed, 12 - 26 teeth
Chain
Shimano HG-53
Shimano HG53-9
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Single Digit 5 w/power modulator front/Avid Single Digit 5 rear brakes, Shimano Acera levers
Avid Single Digit 5 brakes, Shimano BL-M420 levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threadless double sealed
1 1/8" double sealed
Handlebar
Double Butted 6061 Alloy OS
Double Butted 6061 Alloy OS
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
FSA OS-190
FSA OS190
Saddle
WTB Devo HP Comp
WTB Devo HP Comp
Seatpost
Pro Carbon Fiber Micro Adjust, 27.2mm diameter
Pro Carbon Fiber Micro Adjust, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Shimano R500
Shimano WH-R500
Rims
Shimano R500, 20-hole/24-hole
Shimano WH-R500, 20-hole/24-hole
Spokes
Shimano, Wheelset
Shimano
Front Tire
700 x 28c Vittoria Zaffiro
700 x 28c Vittoria Zaffiro
Wheel Size
700c wheels
700c wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.