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At a glance
Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Identity & price
These bicycles are categorized differently: 2012 Marin Redwood is Hybrid; 2011 Marin Redwood is City & Commuter.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2012 Marin Redwood and 2011 Marin Redwood.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.88:1Highest4.36:1Total range499%
Speed unavailable: wheel or tire size is missing or unclear.
Lowest0.88:1Highest4.36:1Total range499%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×1.95; 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
2012 Marin Redwood
2011 Marin Redwood
Overview
Model Year
2012
2011
Brand
Marin
Marin
Model
Redwood
Redwood
Bicycle Type
Hybrid/Comfort
Comfort/commuter
Original MSRP
$599.99
$549.99
Colors
Silver Gloss
Talus green
Sizes
15, 17, 19, 20.5, 22
15, 17, 19, 20.5, 22
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
—
Aluminum
Frame Material
6061 Alloy
6061 aluminum
Fork
Suntour NEX 4600 MLO 63mm
Spinner EnRoute AC
Drivetrain
Component Group
—
Commuter Mix
Shifters
Shimano Alivio Rapidfire 8spd
Shimano Alivio
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus
Shimano Altus
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio
Shimano Alivio
Crankset
Suntour NCX-420 48/38/28t
Suntour NCX-420, 48/38/28t teeth
Bottom Bracket
sealed cartridge
Sealed cartridge
Cassette
Shimano HG-31 8spd 11-32
Shimano HG30
Rear Cogs
—
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
Shimano HG40
Hg40
Pedals
Composite
Composite with Alloy Cage
Brakes
Brakes
Alloy linear pull
Forged Alloy Linear Pull brakes, forged alloy 3 finger levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
Fsa
1 1/8" FSA
Handlebar
Alloy 25.4
Double Butted 6061 Alloy
Handlebar Extensions
—
Not included
Stem
Alloy adjustable
Alloy threadless
Saddle
Marin Comfort
Marin Comfort
Seatpost
Alloy Suspension 27.2mm
Suspension Post, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
—
Alloy Double Sealed
Rims
Alex CA-20
Alex CA-20, 32-hole
Spokes
—
WTB stainless, 15ga. (1.8mm)
Front Tire
Duro Spitfire 26x1.95
26 x 1.95" Kenda Krossplus
Wheel Size
—
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.