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1996 Marin Monocoque (02)

Velopedia Archive ID 53412

Overview

Model year1996
BrandMarin
ModelMonocoque (02)
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID53412
Original MSRP$1,149.00
ColorsPolished
Sizes15.5", 17.5", 19"
Weight25.75 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionWelded aluminum
Frame material6061 T6 aluminum
ForkNot included
Fork materialN/A
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano STX/STX-RC
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-600
Front derailleurShimano STX, bottom-pull
Rear derailleurShimano STX-RC
CranksetShimano STX, 22/32/42 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"
PedalsAlloy cage, resin body w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesMarin Lite brakes, Dia-Compe PC-7N 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, 30.0 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsMavic 238, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass 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

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