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1997 Marin Hidden Canyon (03)

Velopedia Archive ID 68967

Overview

Model year1997
BrandMarin
ModelHidden Canyon (03)
Bicycle typeJuvenile mountain bike, suspension
Archive ID68967
Original MSRP$319.99
ColorsYellow
SizesBoys 11.5"

Frameset

Frame constructionWelded
Frame materialChromoly main triangle/hi-tensile steel rear stays
ForkRST 161B
Fork materialAluminum/chromoly, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano MJ-II
ShiftersGrip Shift Quickshift
Front derailleurShimano MJ-II, bottom-pull/bottom bracket mount
Rear derailleurShimano MJ-II
CranksetShimano MJ-II, 28/38 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-CT91, 116 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs6-speed, 11 - 24 teeth
ChainKMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsResin

Brakes

BrakesShimano MJ-II brakes, Tektro RBP-288P levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Marin Lite
HandlebarMarin Lite aluminum
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemChromoly
SaddleMarin Comfort
SeatpostMeng Jing MSP-01, 27.0 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano MJ-II
RimsAluminum, 36-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire20 x 2.00" Cheng Shin C-1040N
Wheel size20" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube419.1 mm
Head-tube angle70°
Seat-tube angle72.5°
Chainstay / rear center381 mm
Fork offset / rake40.6 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 14, 2026.