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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 2012 Marin Cortina and 2009 Marin Cortina.
- Gearing
2009 Marin Cortina has a 6% lower climbing ratio than 2012 Marin Cortina.
A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.
- Identity & price
2012 Marin Cortina had an original MSRP $400 lower than 2009 Marin Cortina.
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.
Lowest1.33:1Highest3.83:1Total range288%
Speed unavailable: wheel or tire size is missing or unclear.
Lowest1.26:1Highest4.17:1Total range331%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×34; 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.
Complete specification tableShows different published values and gaps where a bicycle lacks data. Different wording reflects source language, not necessarily different components. Swipe for more columns.
Specification
2012 Marin Cortina
2009 Marin Cortina
Overview
Model Year
2012
2009
Brand
Marin
Marin
Model
Cortina
Cortina
Bicycle Type
Cyclocross
Cyclocross
Original MSRP
$1,899.99
$2,299.99
Colors
Black Gloss
Gloss Tangerine/Gloss Black
Sizes
50cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm, 61cm
50cm, 52cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
—
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Triple Butted 6061 AL
6069 T6 triple butted aluminum
Fork
CXR Carbon
RFE Carbon
Fork Material
—
Carbon, aero crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
—
SRAM Rival
Shifters
SRAM Rival
SRAM Rival Double Tap
Front Derailleur
SRAM Rival
SRAM Rival
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Force
SRAM Force
Crankset
FSA Gossamer Pro Cross 36/46t
FSA SLK Light Carbon Compact, 34/50 teeth
Bottom Bracket
FSA MegaExo
FSA Mega EXO
Cassette
SRAM PG-1070 10sp 12-27t
SRAM OG-1070
Rear Cogs
—
10-speed, 12 - 27 teeth
Chain
KMC X-10
SRAM PC-1070
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Shorty 6
Avid Shorty 4 brakes, SRAM Rival Double Tap levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
FSA Orbit
1 1/8" FSA Orbit C
Handlebar
Ritchey Comp Logic II compact
FSA Wing Pro Aero
Handlebar Extensions
—
Not included
Stem
Ritchey Comp 4-Axis
FSA OS150 Carbon
Saddle
Prologo Kappa
Selle Italia XR light
Seatpost
Ritchey Logic Road 2 bolt
FSA SLK Carbon, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
—
Mavic Aksium
Rims
Ritchey Pro Zeta
Mavic Aksium
Front Tire
Vittoria Cross XG 700 x 34c
700 x 34c Vittoria Cross XG
Wheel Size
—
700c wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.