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1995 Marin Sausalito · 1996 Marin Sausalito

Specification1995 Marin Sausalito1996 Marin Sausalito
Overview
Model year19951996
BrandMarinMarin
ModelSausalitoSausalito
Bicycle typeHybridHybrid
Archive ID2904751928
Original MSRP$579.00$519.00
ColorsGun metalBlack anodized
Sizes15.5", 17.5", 19", 20.5"15.5", 17.5", 19", 20.5"
Weight23.5 lb25.5 lb
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-welded steelTIG-welded steel
Frame materialTange chromoly, double-buttedTange chromoly, double-butted
ForkMarin LiteMarin Lite
Fork materialChromoly, forged dropouts, unicrown crownChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shock—N/A
Drivetrain
Component groupShimano STXShimano STX
ShiftersShimano STX RapidFire PlusGrip Shift SRT-400
Front derailleurShimano STX, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mmShimano STX, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano STXShimano STX
CranksetShimano STX HyperDrive-C, 22/32/42 teethShimano STX, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracket—Shimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width—68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG30, 1/2 x 3/32"Shimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsVictor MTB, alloy cage w/clips & strapsResin w/clips & straps
Brakes
BrakesShimano STX M-System brakes, Shimano STX leversShimano AceraX M-System brakes, alloy levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1" Marin Lite1" Marin Lite
HandlebarMarin Lite alloyMarin Lite alloy
Handlebar extensionsNot includedNot included
StemMarin Lite chromolyMarin Lite chromoly
SaddleMarin LiteMarin Lite Sport
SeatpostMarin Lite alloy, 27.0 mm diameterMarin Lite Comp alloy, 27.0 mm diameter
Wheels & tires
HubsShimano Alivio—
RimsAraya TX-350, 36-holeAraya PX-635, 36-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0 mm straight gaugeStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire700 x 38c Maxxis700 x 35c Marin Hybrid
Wheel size700c wheels700c wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement1995 Marin Sausalito1996 Marin Sausalito
Selected size / positionLegacy referenceLegacy reference
Head-tube angle71°71°
Seat-tube angle73°73°
Chainstay / rear center439.4 mm438.1 mm
Fork offset / rake45 mm44 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 14, 2026.