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1996 Marin Nail Trail (01)

Velopedia Archive ID 51920

Overview

Model year1996
BrandMarin
ModelNail Trail (01)
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID51920
Original MSRP$891.00
ColorsPolished
Sizes14", 15.5", 17.5", 19", 20.5"

Frameset

Frame constructionWelded aluminum
Frame material7000 aluminum, double-butted
ForkAnswer Manitou Mach 5 Comp XC
Fork materialAluminum, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano STX/STX-RC
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-600
Front derailleurShimano STX, bottom-pull/clamp-on 35.0 mm
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
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.