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1996 Marin Eldrige Grade (01)

Velopedia Archive ID 53791

Overview

Model year1996
BrandMarin
ModelEldrige Grade (01)
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID53791
Original MSRP$1,051.00
ColorsPewter
Sizes14", 15.5", 17.5", 19", 20.5"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded steel
Frame materialTange chromoly, double-butted
ForkAnswer Manitou Mach 5 Comp XC
Fork materialAluminum, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Deore LX
ShiftersShimano Deore LX RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Deore LX top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Deore LX SGS
CranksetWhite Industries Comp, 20/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN52, 113 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG70, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsMarin Lite alloy

Brakes

BrakesMarin Lite brakes, Shimano Deore LX levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Dia-Tech alloy
HandlebarMarin Lite alloy
Handlebar extensionsMarin Lite
StemMarin Lite alloy
SaddleRitchey Vector
SeatpostMarin Lite Comp alloy, 27.0 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsMavic 238, 32-hole
SpokesDT Competition stainless steel, 1.8mm double butted
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tireFront: 26 x 2.10" Marin Quake 7.0, Rear: 26 x 2.10" Marin Quake 7.1
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube571.5 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle74°
Chainstay / rear center425.4 mm
Fork offset / rake38.1 mm

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