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2004 Marin Rock Springs · 2003 Marin Rock Springs

Specification2004 Marin Rock Springs2003 Marin Rock Springs
Overview
Model year20042003
BrandMarinMarin
ModelRock SpringsRock Springs
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front & rear suspensionMountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID3129339358
Original MSRP$1,699.99$1,699.99
ColorsGloss Very Dark SilverGloss Silver
Sizes15.5", 17.5", 19"15.5", 17.5", 19"
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-weldedTIG-welded
Frame material6061 T6 aluminumAluminum
ForkAnswer Manitou Black Platinum, 100-120mm adjustableAnswer Manitou Black Elite, 100mm travel
Fork materialSingleAluminum/magnesium, single crown
Rear shockFox Float R, 4.0"-6.0" travelFox Float
Drivetrain
Component groupMountain MixMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano Deore RapidFire SLShimano Deore RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano DeoreShimano Deore
Rear derailleurShimano Deore LXShimano Deore LX
CranksetTruVativ Five D, 22/32/44 teethTruVativ Five D, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracketSealed cartridgeSealed cartridge
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain1/2 x 3/32"Shimano CN-HG53, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWTB MP310WTB clipless
Brakes
BrakesHayes HMX-1 Mechanical Disc brakes, Avid Speed Dial 5 leversHayes HMX-1 Mechanical Disc brakes, Avid Speed Dial 5 levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1 1/8" threadless WTB Momentum Comp ST1 1/8" threadless WTB Momentum Comp ST
HandlebarDH riserDH riser
Handlebar extensionsNot includedNot included
StemFSA FR200FSA FR200
SaddleWTB Speed V CompWTB SST Speed V Comp
SeatpostComp Alloy Micro AdjustMarin Comp aluminum, 30.0mm diameter
Wheels & tires
HubsPro Disc Double Sealed 32 holeComp Disc
RimsMavic XM 117 Disc, 32-holeMavic X139 Disc, 32-hole
SpokesDT stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm) straight gaugeDT stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm) straight gauge
Front tire26 x 2.24" WTB MotoRaptor26 x 2.24" WTB MotoRaptor
Wheel size26" wheels26" wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement2004 Marin Rock Springs2003 Marin Rock Springs
Selected size / position—Legacy reference
Head-tube angle—70°
Seat-tube angle—73°
Chainstay / rear center—428.5 mm
Wheelbase—1076.3 mm
Fork offset / rake—38.1 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 13, 2026.