Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report1999 Marin B-17 · 2000 Marin B-17
| Specification | 1999 Marin B-17 | 2000 Marin B-17 |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1999 | 2000 |
| Brand | Marin | Marin |
| Model | B-17 | B-17 |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front & rear suspension | Mountain bike, front & rear suspension |
| Archive ID | 81306 | 46569 |
| Original MSRP | $1,528.00 | $1,281.00 |
| Colors | White | Fireball w/Denim |
| Sizes | 13.5", 15.5", 17.5", 19" | 13.5", 15.5", 17.5", 19" |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | TIG-welded | TIG-welded |
| Frame material | 6061 T6 aluminum | Ovation 6000 aluminum |
| Fork | Answer Manitou X-Vert T, 4.0" travel | In-Sync 566DH, 4.0" travel |
| Fork material | Aluminum/magnesium, double triple-clamp crown | Aluminum, double triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | Marin Coil-Over, 6.0" travel | Fox Vanilla R, 5.0" travel |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Mountain Mix | Mountain Mix |
| Shifters | Shimano STX-RC RapidFire SL | SRAM Centera |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Deore LX top-swing | Shimano Alivio |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Deore LX SGS | Shimano Deore LX SGS |
| Crankset | Marin Ovation | Ovation Cold Forged, 22/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | — | Sealed cartridge |
| Rear cogs | 8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth | 8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth |
| Chain | 1/2 x 3/32" | Shimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Victor VP-133DH clipless | Platform, aluminum |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | DiaTech Twin Cam 2 disc brakes, Avid SD-1.9 L levers | Ovation Comp linear-pull brakes, alloy levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Ritchey Logic | Tange-Seiki STE |
| Handlebar | Aluminum, rise | Ovation DH riser |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included | Not included |
| Stem | Alloy Ahead | Marin CNC |
| Saddle | WTB SSTX, chromoly rails | Tioga Multi-Control XL |
| Seatpost | Marin Comp | Marin Comp, 30.0mm diameter |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | DiaTech disc | Ovation Pro Disc |
| Rims | Mavic X138, 32-hole | Front: Ritchey Rock Comp, Rear: Ritchey Rock Comp OCR, 36-hole |
| Spokes | DT stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge | WTB stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples | — |
| Front tire | 26 x 2.10" IRC Mythos XC | Tioga Factory DH |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels | — |
One selected size or frame position per bicycle, matching the comparison dropdown choices used when Print / PDF was opened.
| Measurement | 1999 Marin B-17 | 2000 Marin B-17 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | — | Legacy reference |
| Head-tube angle | — | 69° |
| Seat-tube angle | — | 72° |
| Chainstay / rear center | — | 431.8 mm |
| Wheelbase | — | 1127.1 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 13, 2026.