VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1996 Marin Bobcat Trail

Velopedia Archive ID 55912

Overview

Model year1996
BrandMarin
ModelBobcat Trail
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID55912
Original MSRP$409.00
ColorsChampagne
Sizes14", 15.5", 17.5", 19", 20.5", womens 17.5"
Weight27.75 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded steel
Frame materialTange chromoly
ForkMarin Lite
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Alivio/AceraX
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-300i
Front derailleurShimano AceraX top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Alivio
CranksetShimano Alivio, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsResin

Brakes

BrakesShimano AceraX M-System brakes, alloy levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" Marin Lite
HandlebarMarin Lite alloy
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemMarin Lite chromoly
SaddleMarin Comfort
SeatpostMarin Lite alloy, 27.0 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsAraya GP-710, 32-hole
SpokesSteel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.00" Marin Lite, grey
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube552.4 mm
Head-tube angle70°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center425.4 mm
Fork offset / rake44 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 27, 2026.