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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 Nail Trail and 2009 Marin Nail Trail.

  2. 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.

2011 Marin Nail Trail42/32/24T · 11–36T · 10-speed
Lowest0.67:1Highest3.82:1Total range573%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear4.7 mphHighest gear26.8 mph

Uses front tire 26×2.1; rear size isn’t listed.

2009 Marin Nail Trail44/32/22T · 11–34T · 9-speed
Lowest0.65:1Highest4.00:1Total range618%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear4.5 mphHighest gear28.1 mph

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