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2002 Marin Eldridge Grade · 2004 Marin Eldridge Grade

Specification2002 Marin Eldridge Grade2004 Marin Eldridge Grade
Overview
Model year20022004
BrandMarinMarin
ModelEldridge GradeEldridge Grade
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspensionMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID3774431273
Original MSRP$899.99$999.99
ColorsBlueGloss Black
Sizes13", 15", 17", 18.5", 20"13", 15", 17", 18.5", 20"
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-weldedTIG-welded
Frame materialColumbus Thron, double buttedColumbus Thron
ForkAnswer Manitou Mars Comp, 3.15" travel80mm travel
Fork materialAluminum, single triple-clamp crown—
Rear shockN/AN/A
Drivetrain
Component groupMountain MixMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano Deore RapidFire SLShimano Deore RapidFire
Front derailleurShimano DeoreShimano Deore
Rear derailleurShimano Deore LX SGSShimano Deore LX
CranksetShimano Deore, 22/32/44 teethTruVativ Firex, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano splinedTruVativ cartridge
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
ChainSRAM PC-59, 1/2 X 3/32"1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsRitchey Logic Comp v.2WTB MP310
Brakes
BrakesAvid Single Digit 3 brakes, Avid Speed Dial 5 leversAvid 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
HandlebarOvation riserAluminum, 1" rise
Handlebar extensionsNot includedNot included
StemAluminum, forged3D Forged 4 bolt threadless 7 degree rise
SaddleWTB Speed VWTB Speed V
SeatpostMarin Comp aluminum, 27.2mm diameterEllit Alloy Micro Adjust
Wheels & tires
HubsShimano DeoreWTB Laser Disc
RimsMavic X139, 32-holeMavic XM 117 Disc, 32-hole
SpokesDT stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm) straight gaugeDT stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm) straight gauge
Front tire26 x 2.10" WTB MotoRaptor26 x 2.14" WTB MotoRaptor
Wheel size26" wheels26" wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement2002 Marin Eldridge Grade2004 Marin Eldridge Grade
Selected size / positionLegacy reference—
Head-tube angle71°—
Seat-tube angle74°—
Chainstay / rear center425.4 mm—
Wheelbase1082.7 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 14, 2026.