2026 Marin Alpine Trail 1

Archived: 2026 Marin Alpine Trail 1 · Mountain · Published sizes: S, M, L, XL

• Confirm the frame markings and seller description match this archived model. Note every component that differs from the published build.
• Record the frame serial number. It should be legible, unaltered and consistent with the seller’s ownership history.
• Find the size marking on the bicycle and confirm the fit before judging the condition or price.

Archived: Frame: Aluminum · Fork: X-Funsion Vengence, 170mm Travel, 44mm Offset, 110x15mm Bolt-on Axle

• 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.
• Stand behind and in front of the bicycle to look for obvious frame, fork or wheel misalignment. Ask directly about crashes, transport damage and repairs.

Archived: Fork: X-Funsion Vengence, 170mm Travel, 44mm Offset, 110x15mm Bolt-on Axle · Rear shock: X-Fusion H3A Air, 205x65, 30xM8 Lower Hardware, Custom Tune

• 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.
• Inspect the shock shaft and seals, cycle the rear suspension through its travel and check for oil, air loss, binding or unusual top-out and bottom-out noises.
• Hold the rear brake and load the suspension from several directions. Check pivots, bearings and mounting hardware for knock, looseness or side play.
• Ask for dated fork, shock and pivot-service records. A clean exterior does not establish the condition of internal seals, oil, bushings or bearings.

Archived: Shifters: Shimano Deore, 12-Speed, SL-6100-IR · Rear derailleur: Shimano Deore, 12-Speed, SGS · Crankset: Samox RAC61C, Forged Alloy, 32T, 55mm CL, 165mm · Bottom bracket: Samox BSA Threaded · Cassette: Shimano, Deore M6100 12-Speed, 10-51T · Chain: KMC X-12 Silver and Black

• 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: (F) TRP Slate EVO, 4-Piston Hydraulic Disc , Resin Pads, 203mm Rotor / (R) TRP Slate EVO, 4-Piston Hydraulic Disc , Resin Pads, 203mm Rotor; Levers: TRP Slate EVO Hydraulic Lever, I-Spec EV Compatible

• Squeeze each lever firmly. It should feel consistent and return cleanly. Check levers, hoses and calipers for fluid, inspect pad thickness and contamination, and examine rotors for wear or bending.
• Before riding, test every installed brake separately at walking speed. Each should stop firmly and release cleanly without its control reaching the end of its usable travel.

Archived: Wheel size: 29" · Rims: New Marin, Double Wall Alloy, 29mm Inner, Sleeved Joint, Disc Specific, 32H, Tubeless Compatible · Hubs: (F) Shimano HF-MT500B, 110x15mm, Centerlock / (R) Shimano HB-MT501B, 148x12mm, Centerlock, Micro Spline Freehub Body · Front tire: Maxxis Assegai MAXX GRIP, 29x2.5" EXO+ · Rear tire: Maxxis Minion DHR II, MAXXTERRA, 27.5x2.5" DoubleDown, Tubeless compatible

• 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. This record indicates different front and rear wheel diameters, so verify each tire at its correct end.
• Remove and reinstall or closely inspect both wheel-retention systems. Axles or quick releases should tighten correctly with undamaged threads, hardware and dropouts.
• Confirm whether the bike is actually set up tubeless, whether both tires hold pressure, and when sealant and rim tape were last serviced.

Archived: Headset: FSA Custom Headset, Adjustable HTA Design · Handlebar: Marin Mini-Riser, 6061 Double Butted Aluminum, 780mm Width, 28mm Rise, 5º Up, 9º Back · Stem: Marin 3D Forged Alloy, 35mm · Seatpost: TranzX YS160QL Adjustable Travel Dropper Post, Size S=150, M=170mm Travel, Size L-XL 200mm Travel, 34.9mm · Saddle: Marin Speed Concept

• 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.
• Cycle the dropper post repeatedly. It should reach full travel, remain extended under load and have no unusual oil, excessive rotational play or damaged remote, cable, hose or battery.

• Before riding, confirm both wheels are secure, tires are safe, both brakes function, and the headset, handlebar, stem, cranks and pedals have no looseness.
• Begin at low speed. Test steering, braking and shifting progressively, then load the drivetrain and suspension only after the basic safety checks pass.
• Listen and feel for repeated knocks, grinding, skipping, brake pulsation or movement at joints. Stop the test if the bicycle cannot be controlled safely.