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At a glance
Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Gearing
2003 Marin Argenta has a 20% lower climbing ratio than 2002 Marin Argenta.
A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.
- Identity & price
2003 Marin Argenta had an original MSRP $1,000 lower than 2002 Marin Argenta.
Original MSRP is the published list price when new, not today’s used-bike value.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest1.20:1Highest4.33:1Total range361%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×23; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest1.50:1Highest4.42:1Total range294%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×23; rear size isn’t listed.
How it works
Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.
Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.
Complete specification tableShows different published values and gaps where a bicycle lacks data. Different wording reflects source language, not necessarily different components. Swipe for more columns.
Specification
2003 Marin Argenta
2002 Marin Argenta
Overview
Model Year
2003
2002
Brand
Marin
Marin
Model
Argenta
Argenta
Bicycle Type
Road race & triathlon
Road race & triathlon
Original MSRP
$999.99
$1,999.99
Colors
Silver
Blue/Red
Sizes
48cm, 51cm, 53cm, 55cm, 57cm, 59cm
51cm, 53cm, 55cm, 57cm, 59cm
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Columbus Thron
Dedaccai Energy
Fork Material
Carbon fiber composite, unicrown crown
Carbon fiber composite w/aluminum steerer, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano Tiagra Triple
Campagnolo Centaur
Shifters
Shimano Tiagra STI Dual Control
Campagnolo Centaur Ergo
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra Triple
Campagnolo Centaur
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra GS
Campagnolo Centaur
Crankset
Shimano Tiagra, 30/42/52 teeth
Campagnolo Centaur, 39/53 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge
Campagnolo Centaur
BB Shell Width
68mm English
—
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 12 - 25 teeth
10-speed, 12 - 26 teeth
Chain
SRAM PC-59, 1/2 X 3/32"
Campagnolo Record, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
Aluminum cage w/clips & straps
Not included
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Tiagra Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano Tiagra STI Dual Control levers
Campagnolo Centaur dual pivot brakes, Campagnolo Centaur Ergo levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1" Ritchey Logic
1 1/8" threadless Ritchey Logic
Handlebar
Cinelli Altera
Deda Magic
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
3T Mutant
Deda Magic
Saddle
Selle Italia XO
Selle San Marco Era pro
Seatpost
Aluminum micro-adjust
Selcof Vario
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Formula Xero Lite XR4
Campagnolo Centaur
Rims
Formula Xero Lite XR4, 20-hole/24-hole
Ambrosio Evolution, 32-hole
Spokes
Formula
DT stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm) straight gauge
Front Tire
700 x 23c Kenda Koncept
700 x 23c Vittoria Rubino Pro
Wheel Size
700c wheels
700c wheels
Geometry · choose a size for each bicycle
Geometry size
Head-tube angle
73°
73°
Seat-tube angle
73.5°
73.5°
Chainstay / rear center
405 mm
405 mm
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run. Legacy reference geometry is model-level historical data whose corresponding frame size is not identified; compare those dimensions as reference values rather than size-normalized fit data.