VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Gary Fisher Marlin

Velopedia Archive ID 68612

Overview

Model year1997
BrandGary Fisher
ModelMarlin
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID68612
Original MSRP$399.99
ColorsBlack, matte fern green
SizesLarge, medium, small, xlarge, xsmall

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialChromoly
ForkGary Fisher
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano AceraX
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-400i
Front derailleurShimano AceraX top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Alivio
CranksetShimano AceraX, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 113 mm spindle
BB shell width73mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainKMC HG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsResin w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesShimano AceraX M-System brakes, aluminum levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" steel
HandlebarSteel
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemSteel
SaddleFisher Supersoft
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust, 26.6 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: aluminum quick release, Rear: Shimano AceraX
RimsWeinmann 519, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.10" WTB Primal Raptor
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube568 mm
Head-tube angle71.5°
Seat-tube angle74°
Chainstay / rear center420 mm
Wheelbase1037 mm
Fork offset / rake38 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 21, 2026.