Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report1997 Marin Bear Valley (01) · 1996 Marin Bear Valley (01)
| Specification | 1997 Marin Bear Valley (01) | 1996 Marin Bear Valley (01) |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1997 | 1996 |
| Brand | Marin | Marin |
| Model | Bear Valley (01) | Bear Valley (01) |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front suspension | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 61807 | 59896 |
| Original MSRP | $649.00 | $811.00 |
| Colors | Anodized black | Black anodized |
| Sizes | 11", 15.5", 17.5", 19", 20.5" | 14", 15.5", 17.5", 19", 20.5" |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | Welded | TIG-welded steel |
| Frame material | Chromoly, double-butted | Tange chromoly, double-butted |
| Fork | Rock Shox Quadra 5 | Answer Manitou Mach 5 Comp XC |
| Fork material | Magnesium, triple-clamp crown | Aluminum, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | N/A | N/A |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Shimano STX-RC | Shimano STX/STX-RC |
| Shifters | Shimano STX-RC RapidFire SL | Shimano STX RapidFire Plus |
| Front derailleur | Shimano STX-RC top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm | Shimano STX, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano STX-RC | Shimano STX-RC |
| Crankset | Shimano STX, 22/32/42 teeth | Shimano STX, 22/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-UN52, 110 mm spindle | Shimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 68mm English | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth | 7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32" | Shimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Aluminum | Alloy cage, resin body w/clips & straps |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Dia-Compe Direct Pull brakes, Dia-Compe DP-7 levers | Shimano STX M-System brakes, Shimano STX levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Tech | 1 1/8" Marin Lite |
| Handlebar | Marin Lite aluminum | Marin Lite alloy |
| Handlebar extensions | Aluminum | Marin Lite |
| Stem | Marin Lite aluminum | Marin Lite chromoly |
| Saddle | Ritchey Vector | Ritchey Vector |
| Seatpost | Marin Lite Comp, 27.0 mm diameter | Marin Lite Comp alloy, 27.0 mm diameter |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | Front: Rock Star suspension, Rear: Shimano STX-RC | — |
| Rims | WTB SpeedMaster, 32-hole | Mavic 238, 32-hole |
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge | Stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 2.10" WTB VelociRaptor | 26 x 2.10" Marin Quake 7.0 |
| Rear tire | — | 26 x 2.10" Marin Quake 7.1 |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels | 26" wheels |
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| Measurement | 1997 Marin Bear Valley (01) | 1996 Marin Bear Valley (01) |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | Legacy reference | Legacy reference |
| Head-tube angle | 71° | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 74° | 74° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 425.4 mm | 425.4 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 40.6 mm | 38.1 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 11, 2026.