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Compare published geometry, gearing and specifications for up to three bicycles.

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At a glance

Key differences

Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.

  1. Identity & price

    These bicycles are categorized differently: 2006 Marin Kentfield is City & Commuter; 2008 Marin Kentfield is Road.

  2. Data limitation

    No geometry is recorded for 2006 Marin Kentfield and 2008 Marin Kentfield.

Gearing comparison

Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.

RPM

RPM = pedal turns per minute.

2006 Marin Kentfield48/38/28T · 14–28T · 7-speed
Lowest1.00:1Highest3.43:1Total range343%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear7.3 mphHighest gear25.0 mph

Uses front tire 700C×35; rear size isn’t listed.

2008 Marin Kentfield48/38/28T · 14–28T · 7-speed
Lowest1.00:1Highest3.43:1Total range343%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear7.3 mphHighest gear25.0 mph

Uses front tire 700C×35; 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
2006 Marin Kentfield
2008 Marin Kentfield
Overview
Model Year
2006
2008
Brand
Marin
Marin
Model
Kentfield
Kentfield
Bicycle Type
City/commuter
Road/sport
Original MSRP
$329.99
$375.00
Colors
Gloss Black
Gloss Steel
Sizes
13.5, 15.5, 17.5, 19, 20.5, 13W, 15W, 17W
15", 17", 19", 20.5", 22"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
7005 aluminum
6061 aluminum
Fork
Marin
Cromoly Rigid
Fork Material
Chromoly, unicrown crown
Cromo Blades and Steerer, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Commuter Mix
Shimano mix
Shifters
Shimano Altus EZ FIRE Plus
Shimano EF-50 EZ Fire Integrated
Front Derailleur
Shimano FD-C051
Shimano C051
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera
Shimano Acera
Crankset
SR Suntour XCC, 28/38/48 teeth
SR Suntour NEX, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge
Sealed cartridge
Cassette
—
Shimano
Rear Cogs
7-speed, 14 - 28 teeth
7-speed, 14 - 28 teeth
Chain
Shimano CN-UG50
Shimano UG51
Pedals
Composite
Composite
Brakes
Brakes
Aluminum linear-pull brakes, Shimano Alivio EZ-FIRE Plus levers
Forged Alloy Linear Pull brakes, Shimano EF-50 levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threaded double sealed
1 1/8" double sealed
Handlebar
Aluminum
Alloy Riser
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Aluminum
Alloy Adjustable
Saddle
Marin Comfort
Marin Comfort
Seatpost
Aluminum suspension
Suspension, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Aluminum
Alloy Double Sealed
Rims
Aluminum, 36-hole
Alloy, 36-hole
Spokes
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
WTB stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front Tire
700 x 35C Kenda Kwest
700 x 35c Kenda Kwest
Wheel Size
700c wheels
700c wheels

Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.

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