Bicycle Archive · Specification report2005 Marin Nail Trail · 2003 Marin Nail Trail
| Specification | 2005 Marin Nail Trail | 2003 Marin Nail Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 2005 | 2003 |
| Brand | Marin | Marin |
| Model | Nail Trail | Nail Trail |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front suspension | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 93460 | 39270 |
| Original MSRP | — | $799.99 |
| Colors | Matte Bronze | Polished |
| Sizes | 13", 15", 17", 18.5", 20" | 13", 15", 17", 18.5", 20" |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | TIG-welded | TIG-welded |
| Frame material | 7000 aluminum | 7005 aluminum, double-butted |
| Fork | Manitou Axel Super, 90 - 120mm adjustable travel | Rock Shox Pilot SL, 80mm travel |
| Fork material | Aluminum, single crown | Aluminum/magnesium, single crown |
| Rear shock | N/A | N/A |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Mountain Mix | Mountain Mix |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore | Shimano Deore Rapidfire |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Deore | Shimano Deore |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Deore LX | Shimano Deore LX |
| Crankset | TruVativ Firex, 22/32/44 teeth | Shimano Deore, 22/32/44 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | TruVativ Power Spline | Shimano cartridge |
| Rear cogs | 9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth | 9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-HG53, 1/2 x 3/32" | Shimano CN-HG53, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Composite body | Resin body, aluminum cage |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Hayes HFX-9 Hydraulic Disc brakes, Hayes HFX-9 Hydraulic Disc front/Hayes HFX-9 Hydraulic rear levers | Avid Mechanical Disc brakes, Avid Speed Dial 5 levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless WTB Comp ST | 1 1/8" threadless WTB Momentum Comp ST |
| Handlebar | Aluminum, 1" rise | Aluminum, 1" rise |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included | Not included |
| Stem | FSA OS-170 | Aluminum threadless |
| Saddle | WTB Speed V Comp | WTB SST Speed V |
| Seatpost | FSA SL-280, 27.2mm diameter | Marin Comp aluminum, 27.0mm diameter |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | Shimano disc | Comp Disc |
| Rims | Mavic XM 117, 32-hole | Mavic X139, 32-hole |
| Spokes | WTB stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm) straight gauge | DT stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm) straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples | — |
| Front tire | 26 x 2.10" IRC Nythos XCII | 26 x 1.95" 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 | 2005 Marin Nail Trail | 2003 Marin Nail Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | — | Legacy reference |
| Head-tube angle | — | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | — | 74° |
| Chainstay / rear center | — | 425.4 mm |
| Wheelbase | — | 1076.1 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | — | 38.1 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 10, 2026.