Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report1998 Marin Eldridge Grade · 1999 Marin Eldridge Grade
| Specification | 1998 Marin Eldridge Grade | 1999 Marin Eldridge Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1998 | 1999 |
| Brand | Marin | Marin |
| Model | Eldridge Grade | Eldridge Grade |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front suspension | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 73163 | 83911 |
| Original MSRP | $759.00 | $842.00 |
| Colors | Frog Green, Matte Silver | — |
| Sizes | 11.5", 13.5", 15.5", 17.5", 20.5" | — |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | TIG-welded | TIG-welded |
| Frame material | Tange chromoly, double-butted | Columbus Thron |
| Fork | Answer Manitou Spyder | Answer Manitou Spyder R, 3.15" travel |
| Fork material | Aluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown | Aluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | N/A | N/A |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Mountain Mix | Mountain Mix |
| Shifters | Shimano STX-RC RapidFire SL | Shimano Deore LX RapidFire SL |
| Front derailleur | Shimano STX-RC top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6mm | Shimano Deore LX top-swing |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Deore LX SGS | Shimano Deore LX SGS |
| Crankset | Shimano STX-RC, 22/32/42 teeth | Shimano Deore LX, 22/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-UN52, 110mm spindle | — |
| BB shell width | 68mm English | — |
| Rear cogs | 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth | 9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32" | Shimano CN-HG72, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Aluminum cage w/clips & straps | Victor VP-106 clipless |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Avid 1D-20 brakes, Avid SD-1.9 L levers | Avid 1D-10 brakes, Avid SD-1.9 L levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Tech steel | 1 1/8" threadless Ritchey Logic |
| Handlebar | Aluminum | Marin alloy |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included | Marin alloy |
| Stem | Marin Lite aluminum | Marin Ovation |
| Saddle | Ritchey Vector | Marin MTB |
| Seatpost | Marin Lite Comp, 27.0mm diameter | Marin Comp |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | Shimano STX-RC | Shimano STX-RC |
| Rims | Mavic X138, 32-hole | Front: Ritchey Rock Comp, Rear: Ritchey Rock OCR, 32-hole |
| Spokes | DT stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge | DT stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 2.10" IRC Mythos XC | 26 x 2.10" IRC Mythos XC kevlar |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels | 26" wheels |
One selected size or frame position per bicycle, matching the comparison dropdown choices used when Print / PDF was opened.
| Measurement | 1998 Marin Eldridge Grade | 1999 Marin Eldridge Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | Legacy reference | — |
| Head-tube angle | 71° | — |
| Seat-tube angle | 74° | — |
| Chainstay / rear center | 425.4 mm | — |
| Wheelbase | 1077 mm | — |
| Fork offset / rake | 40.6 mm | — |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 12, 2026.