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2003 Marin Argenta · 2004 Marin Argenta

Specification2003 Marin Argenta2004 Marin Argenta
Overview
Model year20032004
BrandMarinMarin
ModelArgentaArgenta
Bicycle typeRoad race & triathlonRoad race & triathlon
Archive ID3938031265
Original MSRP$999.99$999.99
ColorsSilverGloss Cobalt/Silver
Sizes48cm, 51cm, 53cm, 55cm, 57cm, 59cmLarge, medium, small, xlarge
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-weldedTIG-welded
Frame materialColumbus ThronColumbus Thron,/carbon fiber
Fork materialCarbon fiber composite, unicrown crownCarbon fiber
Rear shockN/AN/A
Drivetrain
Component groupShimano Tiagra TripleRoad Mix
ShiftersShimano Tiagra STI Dual ControlShimano Tiagra STI Dual Control
Front derailleurShimano Tiagra TripleShimano Tiagra
Rear derailleurShimano Tiagra GSShimano Tiagra
CranksetShimano Tiagra, 30/42/52 teethShimano Tiagra, 30/42/52 teeth
Bottom bracketSealed cartridgeCartridge sealed
BB shell width68mm English—
Rear cogs9-speed, 12 - 25 teeth9-speed, 12 - 25 teeth
ChainSRAM PC-59, 1/2 X 3/32"SRAM PC-59
PedalsAluminum cage w/clips & strapsAlloy, Toe Clip and Strap
Brakes
BrakesShimano Tiagra Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano Tiagra STI Dual Control leversShimano Tiagra Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano Tiagra STI Dual Control levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1" Ritchey Logic1 1/8" threadless Ritchey Logic
HandlebarCinelli AlteraCinelli Altera
Handlebar extensionsNot includedNot included
Stem3T Mutant3T Mutant
SaddleSelle Italia XOSelle Italia XO XP
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjustComp Alloy Micro Adjust
Wheels & tires
HubsFormula Xero Lite XR4Front: Formula 20, Rear: Formula 24
RimsFormula Xero Lite XR4, 20-hole/24-holeFormula Xero Lite XR4, 22-hole/24-hole
SpokesFormulaDT stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm) straight gauge
Spoke nipples—Aluminum nipples
Front tire700 x 23c Kenda Koncept700 x 23c Kenda Koncept
Wheel size700c wheels700c wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement2003 Marin Argenta2004 Marin Argenta
Selected size / positionLegacy reference—
Head-tube angle73°—
Seat-tube angle73.5°—
Chainstay / rear center405 mm—

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