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2001 Marin Bear Valley

Velopedia Archive ID 35966

Overview

Model year2001
BrandMarin
ModelBear Valley
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID35966
Original MSRP$649.99
ColorsMatte Grey/Matte Platinum, Two Tone Gloss Red
Sizes11.5", 13", 15", 17", 18.5", 20"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialChromoly, double-butted
ForkManitou Magnum, 3.0" travel
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano Deore RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Deore
Rear derailleurShimano Deore SGS
CranksetShimano Deore, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
ChainSRAM PC-59, 1/2 X 3/32"
PedalsResin body/aluminum cage w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesOvation Comp linear-pull brakes, Ovation Pro levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless WTB Momentum Comp ST
HandlebarOvation riser
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemAluminum, forged
SaddleWTB SST.X2
SeatpostMarin Comp

Wheels & tires

HubsOvation
RimsFront: Ritchey Rock Comp, Rear: Ritchey OCR, 32-hole
SpokesDT stainless steel, 1.8mm
Front tire26 x 1.95" IRC Notos XC
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube584.2 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle74°
Chainstay / rear center425.4 mm
Wheelbase1082.7 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 27, 2026.