Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report1999 Marin Eldridge Grade · 1998 Marin Eldridge Grade
| Specification | 1999 Marin Eldridge Grade | 1998 Marin Eldridge Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1999 | 1998 |
| Brand | Marin | Marin |
| Model | Eldridge Grade | Eldridge Grade |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front suspension | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 83911 | 73163 |
| Original MSRP | $842.00 | $759.00 |
| 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 | Columbus Thron | Tange chromoly, double-butted |
| Fork | Answer Manitou Spyder R, 3.15" travel | Answer Manitou Spyder |
| 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 Deore LX RapidFire SL | Shimano STX-RC RapidFire SL |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Deore LX top-swing | Shimano STX-RC top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Deore LX SGS | Shimano Deore LX SGS |
| Crankset | Shimano Deore LX, 22/32/42 teeth | Shimano STX-RC, 22/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | — | Shimano BB-UN52, 110mm spindle |
| BB shell width | — | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth | 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-HG72, 1/2 x 3/32" | Shimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Victor VP-106 clipless | Aluminum cage w/clips & straps |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Avid 1D-10 brakes, Avid SD-1.9 L levers | Avid 1D-20 brakes, Avid SD-1.9 L levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Ritchey Logic | 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Tech steel |
| Handlebar | Marin alloy | Aluminum |
| Handlebar extensions | Marin alloy | Not included |
| Stem | Marin Ovation | Marin Lite aluminum |
| Saddle | Marin MTB | Ritchey Vector |
| Seatpost | Marin Comp | Marin Lite Comp, 27.0mm diameter |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | Shimano STX-RC | Shimano STX-RC |
| Rims | Front: Ritchey Rock Comp, Rear: Ritchey Rock OCR, 32-hole | Mavic X138, 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 kevlar | 26 x 2.10" IRC Mythos XC |
| 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 | 1999 Marin Eldridge Grade | 1998 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 13, 2026.