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2003 Marin Argenta · 2005 Marin Argenta

Specification2003 Marin Argenta2005 Marin Argenta
Overview
Model year20032005
BrandMarinMarin
ModelArgentaArgenta
Bicycle typeRoad race & triathlonRoad race & triathlon
Archive ID3938093473
Original MSRP$999.99—
ColorsSilverGloss Mercury
Sizes48cm, 51cm, 53cm, 55cm, 57cm, 59cmSmall, medium, large, xlarge, xxlarge
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-weldedTIG-welded
Frame materialColumbus Thron7005 aluminum/carbon stays
Fork—Marin
Fork materialCarbon fiber composite, unicrown crownCarbon fiber, aero crown
Rear shockN/AN/A
Drivetrain
Component groupShimano Tiagra TripleRoad Mix Triple
ShiftersShimano Tiagra STI Dual ControlShimano Tiagra STI Dual Control
Front derailleurShimano Tiagra TripleShimano Tiagra Triple
Rear derailleurShimano Tiagra GSShimano Tiagra GS
CranksetShimano Tiagra, 30/42/52 teethFSA Gossamer, 30/42/53 teeth
Bottom bracketSealed cartridgeCartridge
BB shell width68mm English—
Rear cogs9-speed, 12 - 25 teeth9-speed, 12 - 26 teeth
ChainSRAM PC-59, 1/2 X 3/32"Shimano CN-HG53, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsAluminum cage w/clips & strapsAluminum cage w/clips & straps
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" integrated Ritchey Logic Comp
HandlebarCinelli AlteraFSA Wing Pro
Handlebar extensionsNot includedNot included
Stem3T MutantFSA OS-140
SaddleSelle Italia XOSelle Italia XO
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjustCarbon fiber, micro-adjust, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & tires
HubsFormula Xero Lite XR4Shimano WH-R500
RimsFormula Xero Lite XR4, 20-hole/24-holeShimano WH-R500
SpokesFormula—
Front tire700 x 23c Kenda Koncept700 x 23c Kenda Koncept Lite
Wheel size700c wheels700c wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement2003 Marin Argenta2005 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 12, 2026.