Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report1995 Marin Nail Trail · 1998 Marin Nail Trail
| Specification | 1995 Marin Nail Trail | 1998 Marin Nail Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1995 | 1998 |
| Brand | Marin | Marin |
| Model | Nail Trail | Nail Trail |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, non-suspension | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 32433 | 77026 |
| Original MSRP | $725.00 | $649.00 |
| Colors | Ball burnished aluminum | Goldenrod |
| Sizes | 14", 15.5", 17.5", 19", 20.5" | 11.5", 13.5", 15.5", 17.5", 19", 20.5" |
| Weight | 24 lb | — |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | Welded aluminum | TIG-welded |
| Frame material | 7000 aluminum, double butted | 7005 aluminum, butted |
| Fork | Marin Lite | RST 381S |
| Fork material | Chromoly, butted, unicrown crown | Aluminum/chromoly, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | — | N/A |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Shimano STX | Mountain Mix |
| Shifters | Shimano STX RapidFire Plus | Shimano STX-RC RapidFire SL |
| Front derailleur | Shimano STX, bottom-pull/clamp-on 35.0 mm | Shimano STX top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 35.0mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano STX-RC | Shimano STX-RC |
| Crankset | Shimano STX HyperDrive-C, 22/32/42 teeth | Shimano STX, 22/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | — | Shimano BB-LP26, 110mm spindle |
| BB shell width | — | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth | 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-IG30, 1/2 x 3/32" | Shimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Victor MTB, alloy cage w/clips & straps | Aluminum cage w/clips & straps |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Marin Lite brakes, Shimano STX levers | Dia-Compe VC-737 brakes, Dia-Compe DP-7 levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1 1/8" Marin Lite | 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Tech steel |
| Handlebar | Marin Lite alloy | Aluminum |
| Handlebar extensions | Marin Lite | Not included |
| Stem | Marin Lite alloy | Marin Lite aluminum |
| Saddle | Marin Lite | Ritchey Vector |
| Seatpost | Marin Lite alloy, 31.4 mm diameter | Marin Lite Comp, 30.0mm diameter |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | Shimano STX | Front: Shimano STX, Rear: Shimano STX-RC |
| Rims | Araya TM-18, 32-hole | Mavic X138, 32-hole |
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 1.8 mm straight gauge | DT stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 2.10" Marin Quake 7.0 | 26 x 2.15" Geax Hook 200 |
| Rear tire | 26 x 2.10" Marin Quake 7.1 | 26 x 2.00" Geax Hook 200 |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels | 26" wheels |
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| Measurement | 1995 Marin Nail Trail | 1998 Marin Nail Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | Legacy reference | Legacy reference |
| Head-tube angle | 71° | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 74° | 74° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 425.4 mm | 425.4 mm |
| Wheelbase | — | 1066.8 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 45 mm | 38.1 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 10, 2026.