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1998 Marin Rocky Ridge

Velopedia Archive ID 70800

Overview

Model year1998
BrandMarin
ModelRocky Ridge
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID70800
Original MSRP$799.00
ColorsGloss black
Sizes11.5", 13.5", 15.5", 17.5", 20.5"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material7005 aluminum, double-butted
ForkAnswer Manitou Spyder
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano STX-RC RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano STX-RC top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6mm
Rear derailleurShimano Deore LX SGS
CranksetShimano STX-RC, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN52, 110mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsAluminum cage w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesAvid 1D-20 brakes, Avid SD-1.9 L levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Dia-Tech steel
HandlebarAluminum
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemMarin Lite aluminum
SaddleRitchey Vector
SeatpostMarin Lite Comp, 30.0mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano STX-RC
RimsMavic X138, 32-hole
SpokesDT stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tireFront: 26 x 2.15" Geax Hook 200, Rear: 26 x 2.00" Geax Hook 200
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube571.5 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle74°
Chainstay / rear center425.4 mm
Wheelbase1077 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 26, 2026.