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2006 Marin Drakes Beach · 2009 Marin Drakes Beach

Specification	2006 Marin Drakes Beach	2009 Marin Drakes Beach
Overview
Model year	2006	2009
Brand	Marin	Marin
Model	Drakes Beach	Drakes Beach
Bicycle type	Cruiser	Cruiser
Archive ID	94598	17603
Original MSRP	$249.99	$309.99
Colors	Steel Gray	Silver/Midnight
Sizes	17.5, 15W	17.5"
Frameset
Frame construction	TIG-welded	TIG-welded
Frame material	7005 aluminum	6061 aluminum
Fork	Marin	—
Fork material	Chromoly, unicrown crown	Chromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shock	N/A	N/A
Drivetrain
Component group	N/A	Cruiser Mix
Shifters	N/A	N/A
Front derailleur	N/A	N/A
Rear derailleur	N/A	N/A
Crankset	Aluminum, 42 teeth	Alloy Cruiser, 42 teeth
Bottom bracket	Semi-sealed	Sealed Semi-Cartridge
Rear cogs	1-speed, 18 teeth	1-speed, 18 teeth
Chain	Kmc	Kmc
Pedals	Composite	Slipper/ Flip Flop compatible composite
Brakes
Brakes	Coaster brake rear	Coaster brake rear
Cockpit & contact points
Headset	1" threaded double sealed	1" double sealed
Handlebar	Long Horn aluminum	Alloy Long Horn
Handlebar extensions	Not included	Not included
Stem	Aluminum	Alloy
Saddle	Lounge Chair Comfort	Lounge Chair Comfort
Seatpost	Aluminum micro-adjust	Alloy Micro Adjust, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & tires
Hubs	Front: aluminum, Rear: coaster brake	Front: Alloy Sealed, Rear: Coaster Brake
Rims	Aluminum	Alloy, 36-hole
Spokes	Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge	Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Spoke nipples	—	Brass
Front tire	26 x 2.125" Kenda Flame	26 x 2.125" Kenda Flame
Wheel size	26" wheels	26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 8, 2026.