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2002 Marin Rift Zone · 2001 Marin Rift Zone

Specification2002 Marin Rift Zone2001 Marin Rift Zone
Overview
Model year20022001
BrandMarinMarin
ModelRift ZoneRift Zone
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front & rear suspensionMountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID3774135947
Original MSRP$1,599.99$1,699.99
ColorsMatte SilverMatte Platinum
Sizes13.5", 15.5", 17.5", 19"13.5", 15.5", 17.5", 19"
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-weldedTIG-welded
Frame material6061 T6 aluminum6061 T6 aluminum
ForkAnswer Manitou Mars Comp, 3.15" travelManitou Mars, 3.10" travel
Fork materialAluminum, single triple-clamp crownAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockFox Float RFox Float R, 4.0" travel
Drivetrain
Component groupMountain MixMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano DeoreShimano Deore RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano DeoreShimano Deore
Rear derailleurShimano XTShimano Deore XT SGS
CranksetShimano Deore, 22/32/44 teethShimano, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano cartridgeSealed cartridge
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG72, 1/2 x 3/32"SRAM PC-59, 1/2 X 3/32"
PedalsWTB MP250 StealthShimano PD-M515 SPD
Brakes
BrakesAvid Mechanical Disc brakes, Avid Speed Dial 7 leversAvid Single Digit 5 brakes, Avid Speed Dial 5 levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1 1/8" threadless WTB Momentum Comp AL1 1/8" threadless WTB Momentum Comp ST
HandlebarAluminum, 1" riseOvation flat aluminum
Handlebar extensionsNot includedNot included
StemAluminum threadlessOvation butted alloy
SaddleWTB Speed V SportWTB SST Speed V Comp
SeatpostMarin Comp aluminum, 30.0mm diameterMarin Comp
Wheels & tires
HubsOvation Pro discOvation Pro Disc
RimsMavic X221, 32-holeMavic X221, 32-hole
SpokesDT stainless steel, 15/17ga. (1.8/1.5mm) double-buttedDT stainless steel, 1.8mm double-butted
Spoke nipplesAluminum nipples—
Front tire26 x 2.10" IRC Notos XC26 x 2.10" IRC Notos XC
Wheel size26" wheels26" wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement2002 Marin Rift Zone2001 Marin Rift Zone
Selected size / positionLegacy referenceLegacy reference
Head-tube angle71°71°
Seat-tube angle74°74°
Chainstay / rear center419.1 mm419.1 mm
Wheelbase1066.8 mm1066.8 mm
Fork offset / rake38.1 mm—

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 12, 2026.