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1999 Marin Larkspur · 2000 Marin Larkspur

Specification1999 Marin Larkspur2000 Marin Larkspur
Overview
Model year19992000
BrandMarinMarin
ModelLarkspurLarkspur
Bicycle typeCity/commuterCity/commuter
Archive ID8180645358
Original MSRP$316.00$349.00
Colors—Matte Silver
Sizes—13.5", 15.5", 17.5", 19", 20.5", womens 15", womens 17"
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-weldedTIG-welded
Frame materialChromolyOvation chromoly
ForkMarinMarin
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crownChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/AN/A
Drivetrain
Component groupHybrid MixHybrid Mix
ShiftersShimano AceraX EZ FireShimano Acera EZ Fire Plus
Front derailleurShimano Nexave top-swingShimano Nexave 301
Rear derailleurShimano NexaveShimano Acera
CranksetShimano Nexave, 28/38/48 teethCyclone 300P, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom bracket—Sealed cartridge
Rear cogs7-speed8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
Chain1/2 x 3/32"Shimano CN-UG50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsResinResin
Brakes
BrakesDirect Pull w/linear spring brakes, Shimano AceraX leversLinear-pull brakes, aluminum linear-pull levers
Cockpit & contact points
HeadsetMarinVp
HandlebarMarin alloyAlloy riser
Handlebar extensionsNot includedNot included
StemMarin alloyAlloy
SaddleMarin ComfortMarin Comfort
SeatpostMarin Ovation, suspensionPost Moderne suspension, 27.0mm diameter
Wheels & tires
HubsAlloyAlloy
RimsAlloy, 36-holeAlloy, 36-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mmStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Front tire700 x 38c street tread700 x 35c Cross-Terrain
Wheel size700c wheels700c wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement1999 Marin Larkspur2000 Marin Larkspur
Selected size / position—Legacy reference
Head-tube angle—71°
Seat-tube angle—73°
Chainstay / rear center—439.4 mm
Wheelbase—1057.3 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 13, 2026.