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2002 Marin Eldridge Grade · 2001 Marin Eldridge Grade

Specification2002 Marin Eldridge Grade2001 Marin Eldridge Grade
Overview
Model year20022001
BrandMarinMarin
ModelEldridge GradeEldridge Grade
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspensionMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID3774435965
Original MSRP$899.99$829.99
ColorsBlueBlack/Silver two tone fade gloss
Sizes13", 15", 17", 18.5", 20"11.5", 13", 15", 17", 18.5", 20"
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-weldedTIG-welded
Frame materialColumbus Thron, double buttedChromoly, double-butted
ForkAnswer Manitou Mars Comp, 3.15" travelManitou SX-E
Fork materialAluminum, single triple-clamp crownTriple-clamp
Rear shockN/AN/A
Drivetrain
Component groupMountain MixMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano Deore RapidFire SLShimano Deore RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano DeoreShimano Deore
Rear derailleurShimano Deore LX SGSShimano Deore LX SGS
CranksetShimano Deore, 22/32/44 teethShimano Deore, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano splinedShimano
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
ChainSRAM PC-59, 1/2 X 3/32"SRAM PC-59, 1/2 X 3/32"
PedalsRitchey Logic Comp v.2Ritchey Logic Comp v.2
Brakes
BrakesAvid Single Digit 3 brakes, Avid Speed Dial 5 leversOvation Comp linear-pull 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 riserOvation riser
Handlebar extensionsNot includedNot included
StemAluminum, forgedAluminum, forged
SaddleWTB Speed VWTB SST.X2
SeatpostMarin Comp aluminum, 27.2mm diameterMarin Comp
Wheels & tires
HubsShimano DeoreShimano Deore
RimsMavic X139, 32-holeMavic X139, 32-hole
SpokesDT stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm) straight gaugeDT stainless steel, 1.8mm
Front tire26 x 2.10" WTB MotoRaptor26 x 2.10" IRC Notos XC
Wheel size26" wheels26" wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement2002 Marin Eldridge Grade2001 Marin Eldridge Grade
Selected size / positionLegacy referenceLegacy reference
Head-tube angle71°71°
Seat-tube angle74°74°
Chainstay / rear center425.4 mm425.4 mm
Wheelbase1082.7 mm1082.7 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.