Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report1996 Marin Hawk Hill · 1997 Marin Hawk Hill
| Specification | 1996 Marin Hawk Hill | 1997 Marin Hawk Hill |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1996 | 1997 |
| Brand | Marin | Marin |
| Model | Hawk Hill | Hawk Hill |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, non-suspension | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 51678 | 60936 |
| Original MSRP | $409.00 | $399.00 |
| Colors | Champagne | Black, yellow |
| Sizes | 14", 15.5", 17.5", 19", 20.5", womens 17.5" | 11", 15.5", 17.5", 19", 20.5", womens 17.5" |
| Weight | 27.75 lb | — |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | TIG-welded steel | Welded |
| Frame material | Tange chromoly | Chromoly main triangle/hi-tensile steel rear stays |
| Fork | Marin Lite | RST 161 |
| Fork material | Chromoly, unicrown crown | Aluminum/chromoly, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | N/A | N/A |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Shimano AceraX | Shimano Alivio/AceraX |
| Shifters | Grip Shift MRX-100 | Grip Shift SRT-400i |
| Front derailleur | Shimano AceraX top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm | Shimano Altus top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano AceraX | Shimano AceraX |
| Crankset | Shimano AceraX, 24/34/42 teeth | Shimano Altus, 24/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle | Shimano BB-CT91, 116 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 68mm English | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 7-speed, 12 - 28 teeth | 7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | KMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32" | Shimano CN-UG50, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Resin | Aluminum |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Tektro 868A brakes, alloy levers | Aluminum cantilever brakes, aluminum levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1 1/8" Marin Lite | 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Tech |
| Handlebar | Marin Lite alloy | Marin Lite aluminum |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included | Not included |
| Stem | Marin Lite chromoly | Marin Lite aluminum |
| Saddle | Marin Comfort | Ritchey Vector |
| Seatpost | Marin Lite alloy, 27.0 mm diameter | Aluminum micro-adjust, 27.0 mm diameter |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | — | Shimano Altus |
| Rims | Araya GP-710, 32-hole | Ritchey Vantage Sport, 32-hole |
| Spokes | Steel, 1.8mm straight gauge | Stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 2.00" Marin Lite, grey | 26 x 2.10" WTB VelociRaptor |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels | 26" wheels |
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| Measurement | 1996 Marin Hawk Hill | 1997 Marin Hawk Hill |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | Legacy reference | Legacy reference |
| Head-tube angle | 70° | 70° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73° | 73° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 425.4 mm | 425.4 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 44 mm | 38.1 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 14, 2026.