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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2005 Marin Hawk Hill and 2008 Marin Hawk Hill.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.69:1Highest3.82:1Total range555%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.1; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.1; rear size isn’t listed.
How it works
Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.
Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.
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Specification
2005 Marin Hawk Hill
2008 Marin Hawk Hill
Overview
Model Year
2005
2008
Brand
Marin
Marin
Model
Hawk Hill
Hawk Hill
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
Not documented
$750.00
Colors
Matte Cosmic Blue
Matte Red Rock
Sizes
13", 15", 17", 18.5", 20"
13", 15", 17", 19", 20.5", 22"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
7000 aluminum
6061 Hydroformed Aluminum
Fork
Marzocchi MZ Comp, 100mm travel
Marzocchi MZ Comp, 100mm travel
Fork Material
Aluminum, single crown
Steel, single crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
Mountain Mix
Shifters
Shimano Alivio
Shimano Deore
Front Derailleur
Shimano Alivio
Shimano Deore
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore
Crankset
TruVativ Isoflow, 22/32/42 teeth
Truvativ ISO Flow 3.0, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
TruVativ cartridge
TruVativ Power Spline
Cassette
—
Shimano
Rear Cogs
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
Shimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32"
SRAM PC-951
Pedals
Aluminum platform
Composite
Brakes
Brakes
Aluminum linear-pull brakes, aluminum levers
Avid BB 5 Mechanical brakes, forged alloy 3 finger levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threadless WTB Comp ST
1 1/8" FSA TH-888
Handlebar
Aluminum, 1" rise
Double Butted 6061 Alloy
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Aluminum
Marin OS Alloy
Saddle
WTB Speed V
WTB Speed V Sport LE
Seatpost
Aluminum micro-adjust, 27.2mm diameter
Alloy Micro Adjust, 30.9mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Shimano disc
Alloy Double Sealed
Rims
Alex TD-20, 32-hole
WTB DX23, 32-hole
Spokes
Stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm) straight gauge
WTB stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm)
Spoke Nipples
Brass nipples
—
Front Tire
26 x 2.10" IRC Nythos XCII
26 x 2.10" WTB Prowler MX Comp
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.