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Compare published geometry, gearing and specifications for up to three bicycles.

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At a glance

Key differences

Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.

  1. Data limitation

    No geometry is recorded for 2011 Marin Quake 7.9 and 2009 Marin Quake 7.9.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

2011 Marin Quake 7.936/24T · 11–34T · 9-speed
Lowest0.71:1Highest3.27:1Total range464%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear5.1 mphHighest gear23.7 mph

Uses front tire 26×2.5; rear size isn’t listed.

2009 Marin Quake 7.936/22T · 11–34T · 9-speed
Lowest0.65:1Highest3.27:1Total range506%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear4.7 mphHighest gear23.7 mph

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
2011 Marin Quake 7.9
2009 Marin Quake 7.9
Overview
Model Year
2011
2009
Brand
Marin
Marin
Model
Quake 7.9
Quake 7.9
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Original MSRP
$3,999.99
$4,999.99
Colors
White/blue
Dark Gray Anodized
Sizes
S, M
S, M, L
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
Aluminum
TIG-welded
Frame Material
6061 aluminum
6061 Custom Butted/ Hydraformed Aluminum
Fork
RockShox Totem Coil, 180mm travel
RockShox Totem Coil, 180mm travel
Fork Material
—
Single
Rear Shock
RockShox Vivid coil, 180mm travel
Fox DHX Air 5.0, 170mm travel
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
Shimano Saint
Shifters
SRAM X.5
Shimano Saint RapidFire
Front Derailleur
SRAM X.7
Shimano SLX
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X.9
Shimano Saint
Crankset
TruVativ Holzfeller, 36/24t teeth
Shimano Saint w/e.13 DRS/bashguard, 22/36 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Truvativ Howitzer XR
Shimano Hollowtech II
Cassette
SRAM PG-950
Shimano XT
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain
Shimano HG73
Shimano HG73
Pedals
—
Syncros Meat Hook
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Elixer R Hydraulic Disc brakes, Avid Hydraulic Disc levers
Shimano Saint brakes, Shimano Saint levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1.5" FSA Orbit
1 1/2" FSA Orbit DL
Handlebar
Marin 7050 Alloy
Syncros FR 2014 alloy OS
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Gap OS
Syncros FR
Saddle
WTB Rocket V Race
WTB Pure V Race
Seatpost
FSA FR-270, 30.9mm diameter
Syncros Derived, 31.6mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Marin Sealed Cartridge Bearings, 20mm, Rear: SuNringle Jumping Flea
Front: Shimano Saint 20mm, Rear: Shimano Saint 150 x 12mm
Rims
Mavic EX-325, 32-hole
Mavic EX325, 32-hole
Spokes
DT stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
DT Swiss stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front Tire
26 x 2.5" Maxxis Minion DH
26 x 2.50" Kenda Nevegal
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels

Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.

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