Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification reportVelopedia Archive ID 37745
| Model year | 2002 |
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| Brand | Marin |
| Model | Bear Valley |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 37745 |
| Original MSRP | $599.99 |
| Colors | Matte Platinum |
| Sizes | 11.5", 13", 15", 17", 18.5", 20" |
| Frame construction | TIG-welded |
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| Frame material | Chromoly, double-butted |
| Fork | Answer Manitou Six Comp, 3.15" travel |
| Fork material | Aluminum, single triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | N/A |
| Component group | Mountain Mix |
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| Shifters | Shimano Deore RapidFire SL |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Deore |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Deore SGS |
| Crankset | TruVativ Five D, 22/32/44 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Sealed cartridge |
| Rear cogs | 9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-HG72, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Resin body/aluminum cage w/clips & straps |
| Brakes | Ovation Comp linear-pull brakes, Ovation Pro levers |
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| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless WTB Momentum Comp ST |
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| Handlebar | Aluminum, 1" rise |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included |
| Stem | Aluminum, forged |
| Saddle | WTB Speed V |
| Seatpost | Marin Comp aluminum, 27.2mm diameter |
| Hubs | Ovation |
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| Rims | Mavic X139, 32-hole |
| Spokes | DT stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm) straight gauge |
| Front tire | 26 x 1.95" IRC Mythos XC |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels |
| Top tube | 584.2 mm |
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| Head-tube angle | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 74° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 425.4 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1082.7 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 38.1 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 27, 2026.