2003 Marin Bobcat Trail

Archived: Frame: TIG-welded · Fork: In-Sync Grind 323, 70mm travel · Aluminum, single crown

• Look for dents or shape changes and inspect the edges of welds around the head tube, bottom bracket, seat cluster and suspension mounts for hairline cracks.

Archived: Fork: In-Sync Grind 323, 70mm travel

• Inspect the fork stanchions for scratches or coating wear, look for oil or dirt rings at the seals, and cycle the fork through its travel while checking for binding or bushing play.
• Ask for dated fork-service records. A clean exterior does not establish the condition of internal seals, oil or bushings.

Archived: Group: Mountain Mix · Shifters: Shimano Acera · Front derailleur: Shimano Acera · Rear derailleur: Shimano Acera · Crankset: TruVativ X-Forge, 22/32/42 teeth · Bottom bracket: Sealed cartridge · Rear cogs: 8-speed, 12 - 32 teeth · Chain: Shimano IG-31, 1/2 x 3/32"

• Shift through every available gear under light load. Hesitation, skipping or inconsistent indexing can reflect wear, damage, poor adjustment or mismatched replacement parts.
• Measure chain wear with a compatible gauge and inspect chainring, cassette or freewheel teeth. A new chain does not rule out wear in the remaining drivetrain.
• Turn the cranks slowly, feel for rough bearings and check for side-to-side play. Inspect crank arms, chainring bolts and pedal threads for looseness or damage.

Archived: Brakes: Shimano BR-M475 Mechanical Disc brakes, Shimano Acera levers

• Check both cables and housings for corrosion, fraying or drag. Confirm each caliper releases cleanly, then inspect pad thickness, rotor wear and rotor alignment.

Archived: Wheel size: 26" wheels · Rims: Aluminum, 32-hole · Hubs: Aluminum, Q/R · Front tire: 26 x 1.95" Kenda Koyote

• Spin both wheels and watch for side-to-side and vertical movement. Check spoke tension, rim condition and hub play.
• Inspect both tire casings for cuts, cracking, plugs, bulges or exposed threads and confirm the installed sizes are safe for the rims and available frame and fork clearance.

Archived: Headset: 1 1/8" threadless WTB Momentum ST · Handlebar: Aluminum, 1" rise · Stem: Aluminum, forged · Seatpost: Aluminum micro-adjust, 27.0mm diameter · Saddle: WTB Comfort V · Pedals: Resin body, aluminum cage

• Apply the front brake and rock the bike to check for headset play or notchiness. Inspect the stem, handlebar and clamp zones, then confirm every fastener and control is secure.
• Check that the seatpost moves for adjustment and that the saddle, post and clamp hold securely without cracks, severe corrosion or damaged hardware.