Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report1996 Marin Hidden Canyon · 1998 Marin Hidden Canyon
| Specification | 1996 Marin Hidden Canyon | 1998 Marin Hidden Canyon |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1996 | 1998 |
| Brand | Marin | Marin |
| Model | Hidden Canyon | Hidden Canyon |
| Bicycle type | Juvenile | Juvenile mountain bike, suspension |
| Archive ID | 56662 | 71832 |
| Original MSRP | $309.00 | $329.00 |
| Colors | Pewter | Gloss Red |
| Sizes | Boys 11" | Boys 11.5", girls 11.5" |
| Weight | 23.5 lb | — |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | TIG-welded steel | TIG-welded |
| Frame material | Chromoly seat tube/hi-tensile steel | Hi-tensile steel |
| Fork | Marin Lite | RST 161B |
| Fork material | Chromoly, unicrown crown | Aluminum/chromoly, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | N/A | N/A |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Shimano MJ-II | Shimano MJ-II |
| Shifters | Grip Shift Quickshift | Shimano MJ Rapidfire Plus |
| Front derailleur | Shimano MJ-II top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm | Shimano MJ-II, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano MJ-II | Shimano MJ-II |
| Crankset | Shimano MJ-II, 28/38 teeth | Shimano MJ-II, 28/38 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-CT91, 116 mm spindle | Shimano BB-CT91 |
| BB shell width | 68mm English | 68mm Threadless |
| Rear cogs | 6-speed, 11 - 26 teeth | 6-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | KMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32" | KMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Resin | Resin |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Shimano MJ-II brakes, Tektro 288P levers | Lee Chi aluminum brakes, Shimano MJ-II levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1" Marin Lite | 1" YST steel |
| Handlebar | Steel | Chromoly |
| Handlebar extensions | N/A | Not included |
| Stem | Marin Lite chromoly | Chromoly |
| Saddle | Marin Lite | Marin Lite Kids |
| Seatpost | Steel, 26.4 mm diameter | MSP-4, 26.6mm diameter |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | — | Shimano MJ-II |
| Rims | Araya VP-20, 36-hole | Alex VP-20F, 36-hole |
| Spokes | Steel, 1.8mm straight gauge | Steel, 1.8mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 20 x 1.95" | 20 x 1.95" knobby |
| Wheel size | 20" wheels | 20" wheels |
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| Measurement | 1996 Marin Hidden Canyon | 1998 Marin Hidden Canyon |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | Legacy reference | Legacy reference |
| Head-tube angle | 70° | 70° |
| Seat-tube angle | 72.5° | 73° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 380 mm | — |
| Wheelbase | — | 869.9 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 13, 2026.