Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report1998 Marin Rift Zone · 1997 Marin Rift Zone
| Specification | 1998 Marin Rift Zone | 1997 Marin Rift Zone |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1998 | 1997 |
| Brand | Marin | Marin |
| Model | Rift Zone | Rift Zone |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front & rear suspension | Mountain bike, front & rear suspension |
| Archive ID | 74074 | 66162 |
| Original MSRP | $1,399.00 | $1,299.00 |
| Colors | Gloss black front/polished swingarm | Black |
| Sizes | 13.5", 15.5", 17.5", 19" | 15.5", 17.5", 19" |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | TIG-welded | Welded |
| Frame material | — | 6061 T6 aluminum, double-butted |
| Fork | Answer Manitou SX | Answer Manitou Pro C |
| Fork material | Aluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown | Aluminum, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | Fox Vanilla X, 4.0" travel | Marin Coil Over, 3.9" travel |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Mountain Mix | Shimano Deore LX/STX-RC |
| Shifters | Shimano STX-RC RapidFire SL | Shimano STX-RC RapidFire SL |
| Front derailleur | Shimano STX-RC top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 35.0mm | Shimano STX-RC top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 35.0 mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Deore LX GS | Shimano Deore LX SGS |
| Crankset | Shimano Deore LX, 22/32/42 teeth | White Industries Comp, 20/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-UN72, 110mm spindle | Shimano BB-UN72, 110 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 68mm English | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth | 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32" | Shimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Victor VP-104 clipless | Victor VP-103 clipless |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Avid 1D-20 brakes, Avid SD-1.9 L levers | Avid SD-2.0 brakes, Avid SD-1.9 levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Tech steel | 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Tech |
| Handlebar | Aluminum, 1" rise | Marin Lite aluminum |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included | Aluminum |
| Stem | Marin Lite aluminum | Marin Lite aluminum |
| Saddle | Ritchey Vector | Ritchey Vector |
| Seatpost | Marin Lite Comp, 30.0mm diameter | Marin Lite Comp, 30.0 mm diameter |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | Shimano STX-RC | Front: Shimano STX-RC suspension, Rear: Shimano STX-RC |
| Rims | Mavic X138, 32-hole | WTB SpeedMaster, 32-hole |
| Spokes | DT stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge | Stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 1.95" IRC Mythos XC kevlar | 26 x 2.10" WTB VelociRaptor 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 Rift Zone | 1997 Marin Rift Zone |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | Legacy reference | Legacy reference |
| Head-tube angle | 71° | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 74° | 74° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 419.1 mm | 416.6 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1066.8 mm | — |
| Fork offset / rake | 38.1 mm | 38.1 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 12, 2026.