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1996 Marin San Rafael

Velopedia Archive ID 55291

Overview

Model year1996
BrandMarin
ModelSan Rafael
Bicycle typeHybrid
Archive ID55291
Original MSRP$409.00
ColorsTitanium color
Sizes15.5", 17.5", 19", 20.5"
Weight26.25 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded steel
Frame materialTange chromoly, double-butted
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

BrakesTektro 868A brakes, alloy levers

Cockpit & contact points

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

Wheels & tires

RimsAraya PX-635, 36-hole
SpokesSteel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire700 x 35c Marin Hybrid
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube539.8 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center438.1 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 26, 2026.