Bicycle Archive · Specification report2000 Marin San Rafael · 1998 Marin San Rafael
| Specification | 2000 Marin San Rafael | 1998 Marin San Rafael |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 2000 | 1998 |
| Brand | Marin | Marin |
| Model | San Rafael | San Rafael |
| Bicycle type | City/commuter | Hybrid |
| Archive ID | 46479 | 73824 |
| Original MSRP | $449.00 | $399.00 |
| Colors | Denim, Gray | Ano black |
| Sizes | 13.5", 15.5", 17.5", 19", 20.5", womens 15", womens 17" | 13.5", 15.5", 17.5", 19", 20.5" |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | TIG-welded | TIG-welded |
| Frame material | Ovation chromoly, double butted | Tange chromoly, double-butted |
| Fork | In-Sync 160 | Marin Lite |
| Fork material | Aluminum, triple-clamp crown | Chromoly, unicrown crown |
| Rear shock | N/A | N/A |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Hybrid Mix | Shimano Alivio |
| Shifters | Shimano Alivio RapidFire Plus | Shimano Alivio EZ Fire Plus |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Deore | Shimano C-500, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Alivio | Shimano STX |
| Crankset | Cyclone 335NP, 28/38/48 teeth | Shimano C-500, 28/38/48 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Sealed cartridge | Shimano BB-CS12, 122.5mm spindle |
| BB shell width | — | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth | 7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-UG50, 1/2 x 3/32" | KMC IG-51, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Resin body/aluminum cage w/clips & straps | Aluminum cage w/clips & straps |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Linear-pull brakes, aluminum linear-pull levers | Shimano Alivio M-System brakes, Shimano Alivio levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | Vp | 1" Victor VP-H67 |
| Handlebar | Alloy riser | Marin Lite aluminum |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included | Aluminum |
| Stem | Alloy | Aluminum |
| Saddle | Marin Comfort DLX | Marin Comfort |
| Seatpost | Post Moderne suspension, 27.0mm diameter | Aluminum micro-adjust, 27.0mm diameter |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | Alloy | Front: Shimano Alivio, Rear: Shimano R050 |
| Rims | Alloy, 36-hole | Alex VP-20F, 36-hole |
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge | Steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | — | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 700 x 35c Cross-Terrain | 700 x 38c Marin Lite |
| Wheel size | 700c wheels | 700c wheels |
One selected size or frame position per bicycle, matching the comparison dropdown choices used when Print / PDF was opened.
| Measurement | 2000 Marin San Rafael | 1998 Marin San Rafael |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | Legacy reference | Legacy reference |
| Head-tube angle | 71° | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73° | 73° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 439.4 mm | 439.4 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1057.3 mm | 1056.6 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | — | 44.4 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 11, 2026.