Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification reportVelopedia Archive ID 68283
| Model year | 1997 |
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| Brand | Marin |
| Model | Bear Valley (02) |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, non-suspension |
| Archive ID | 68283 |
| Original MSRP | $499.00 |
| Colors | Anodized black |
| Sizes | 11", 15.5", 17.5", 19", 20.5" |
| Frame construction | Welded |
|---|---|
| Frame material | Chromoly, double-butted |
| Fork | Marin |
| Fork material | Chromoly, unicrown crown |
| Rear shock | N/A |
| Component group | Shimano STX-RC |
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| Shifters | Shimano STX-RC RapidFire SL |
| Front derailleur | Shimano STX-RC top-swing, bottom-pull |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano STX-RC |
| Crankset | Shimano STX, 22/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-UN52, 110 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Aluminum |
| Brakes | Dia-Compe Direct Pull brakes, Dia-Compe DP-7 levers |
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| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Tech |
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| Handlebar | Marin Lite aluminum |
| Handlebar extensions | Aluminum |
| Stem | Marin Lite aluminum |
| Saddle | Ritchey Vector |
| Seatpost | Marin Lite Comp, 27.0 mm diameter |
| Hubs | Front: Rock Star suspension, Rear: Shimano STX-RC |
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| Rims | WTB SpeedMaster, 32-hole |
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 2.10" WTB VelociRaptor |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels |
| Top tube | 571.5 mm |
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| Head-tube angle | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 74° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 425.4 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 44.4 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 13, 2026.