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2026 Marin Bobcat Trail 3 - Artist Edition: Thumbs
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What Velopedia knows
- Model year
- 2026
- Category
- Mountain
- Original MSRP
- $829.00
- Sizes
- XS, S, M, L, XL
- Colors
- Neon Blue
- Geometry
- 5 manufacturer sizes · Geometry context
- Record coverage
- 23 preserved details · 8 archived images · original MSRP · preserved geometry
- Archive ID
- 900000524
Frameset
| Frame Construction | Series 3 6061 Aluminum, 32” Wheels, Low Standover, 68mm BB shell, 148mm Forged Thru-Axle Dropouts, Chainstay Post Mount Disc, Internal Housing & Dropper Post Routing, UDH Hanger |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | Aluminum |
| Fork | SR Suntour XCM 34 Boost HLO, 130mm Travel, Coil Spring, Rebound Adjust, Hydraulic Lockout, 110mm Spacing |
Drivetrain
| Shifters | Shimano CUES, 9-Speed |
|---|---|
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano CUES, RD-4000, 9-Speed |
| Crankset | Alloy Crank, Steel Narrow-Wide Chainring, 30T |
| Bottom Bracket | Sealed Cartridge Bearings, Square Taper |
| BB Shell Width | 68 mm |
| Cassette | Shimano CUES CSLG300, 9-Speed, 11-46T |
| Chain | KMC LG |
| Pedals | Nylon Platform |
Brakes
| Brakes | (F) Tektro M280 Hydraulic Disc, 180mm Rotor / (R) Tektro M280 Hydraulic Disc, 160mm Rotor; Levers: Tektro M280 |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Headset | Zero Stack For Tapered Steerer |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | Marin 31.8 Riser, 30mm Rise, 780mm Width |
| Stem | Marin Alloy, 31.8mm Clamp, 45mm |
| Saddle | Marin MTB |
| Seatpost | Marin Alloy, 30.9 |
Wheels & Tires
| Hubs | (F) Forged Aluminum, 110x15mm, 32H / (R) Forged Alloy, Disc, 32H |
|---|---|
| Rims | Marin Aluminum Double Wall, 29mm Inner, Pinned Joint, Disc Specific |
| Spokes | 14g Black Stainless Steel |
| Front Tire | MTB, 27.5/29x2.25" |
| Rear Tire | MTB, 27.5/29x2.25" |
| Wheel Size | 27.5"; 29" |
Size-specific frame data
Geometry
Manufacturer-published geometry normalized for consistent archival comparison. Effective top tube and reach remain separate measurements because they describe different aspects of fit.
| Measurement | Extra Small | Small | Medium | Large | XLarge |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat tube | 330 mm | 381 mm | 431 mm | 482 mm | 520 mm |
| Effective top tube | 596 mm | 612 mm | 623 mm | 652 mm | 673 mm |
| Head tube | 100 mm | 105 mm | 110 mm | 115 mm | 120 mm |
| Head-tube angle | 66.5° | 66.5° | 66.5° | 66° | 66° |
| Seat-tube angle | 74.5° | 74.5° | 74.5° | 74.5° | 74.5° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 415 mm | 415 mm | 415 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1127 mm | 1144 mm | 1156 mm | 1208 mm | 1230 mm |
| Bottom-bracket drop | 48 mm | 48 mm | 48 mm | 61 mm | 61 mm |
| Bottom-bracket height | 307 mm | 307 mm | 307 mm | 311.5 mm | 311.5 mm |
| Reach | 430 mm | 445 mm | 455 mm | 475 mm | 495 mm |
| Stack | 599 mm | 603 mm | 608 mm | 639 mm | 644 mm |
| Standover height | 620 mm | 640 mm | 690 mm | 732 mm | 760 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Crank length | 170 mm | 170 mm | 170 mm | 170 mm | 170 mm |
| Stem length | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Handlebar width | 740 mm | 740 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm |
Geometry source: Manufacturer HTML geometry table ↗ Measurements can vary by configuration, wheel size, or flip-chip position where noted by the manufacturer.
Geometry tools
Analyze a published size
Extra Small geometry
Archive context: The chainstay of 415 mm sits toward the shorter rear-center end. Its reach of 430 mm sits toward the longer end. The seat angle of 74.5° sits toward the more relaxed end.
Compared with 52 distinct mountain geometries in the XS-equivalent size cohort from model years 2024–2027 in the Velopedia archive.Want to go deeper?Open this exact published size and configuration in the Velopedia Geometry Analyzer, then complete any measurements the manufacturer did not provide.
Analyze Extra Small geometry Small geometry
Archive context: The chainstay of 415 mm sits toward the shorter rear-center end. Its reach of 445 mm sits toward the longer end. Its bottom-bracket drop of 48 mm sits toward the deeper-drop end.
Compared with 168 distinct mountain geometries in the Small-equivalent size cohort from model years 2024–2027 in the Velopedia archive.Want to go deeper?Open this exact published size and configuration in the Velopedia Geometry Analyzer, then complete any measurements the manufacturer did not provide.
Analyze Small geometry Medium geometry
Archive context: The chainstay of 415 mm sits toward the shorter rear-center end. Its wheelbase of 1156 mm sits toward the shorter end. The seat angle of 74.5° sits toward the more relaxed end.
Compared with 171 distinct mountain geometries in the Medium-equivalent size cohort from model years 2024–2027 in the Velopedia archive.Want to go deeper?Open this exact published size and configuration in the Velopedia Geometry Analyzer, then complete any measurements the manufacturer did not provide.
Analyze Medium geometry Large geometry
Archive context: Its bottom-bracket drop of 61 mm sits toward the deeper-drop end. The chainstay of 430 mm sits toward the shorter rear-center end. The seat angle of 74.5° sits toward the more relaxed end.
Compared with 166 distinct mountain geometries in the Large-equivalent size cohort from model years 2024–2027 in the Velopedia archive.Want to go deeper?Open this exact published size and configuration in the Velopedia Geometry Analyzer, then complete any measurements the manufacturer did not provide.
Analyze Large geometry XLarge geometry
Archive context: Its bottom-bracket drop of 61 mm sits toward the deeper-drop end. The chainstay of 430 mm sits toward the shorter rear-center end. The seat angle of 74.5° sits toward the more relaxed end.
Compared with 145 distinct mountain geometries in the XL-equivalent size cohort from model years 2024–2027 in the Velopedia archive.Want to go deeper?Open this exact published size and configuration in the Velopedia Geometry Analyzer, then complete any measurements the manufacturer did not provide.
Analyze XLarge geometry Parts & serviceability
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CassetteShimano CUES CSLG300, 9-Speed, 11-46TComponent family — verify exact version
Rear derailleurShimano CUES, RD-4000, 9-SpeedExact archived model
ShiftersShimano CUES, 9-SpeedComponent family — verify exact version
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Used-bike inspection
If you’re buying this bike used
Before any test ride: both brakes should stop the bike firmly and release cleanly; both wheels should run true and be securely attached; tires should have no casing damage; and the headset, handlebar, stem, cranks and pedals should have no looseness or play.
Follow the full used-bike inspection order →- FrameLook closely for dents and hairline cracks around welds, the head tube and bottom-bracket area. Cosmetic scratches matter less than a change in shape or a crack line.Inspect the frame and fork →
- BrakesBoth levers should feel firm and return cleanly. Check for fluid around the levers and calipers, inspect pad thickness and contamination, and look for worn or bent rotors.Inspect the brakes →
- SuspensionAsk when the fork was last serviced. Check the stanchions for damage, look for oil at the seals and make sure the fork moves smoothly without bushing play.Evaluate the suspension →
- DrivetrainShift through every gear under light load and measure chain wear. Confirm that the shifter, derailleur, chain and cassette belong to the same 9-speed system.Check drivetrain wear →
- Wheels & tiresSpin both wheels and watch the rims for side-to-side or vertical movement. Check for dents, cracks, loose or uneven spokes and hub play, then inspect both tire casings for cuts, cracking or exposed threads.Check wheels and tires →
Bike-specific inspection checklist 20 checks based on 6 archived component groups Open checklistClose checklist
This checklist uses the archived equipment for this bike. It cannot confirm the condition, service history or later component changes of the example in front of you.
Identity and fit
Follow the full used-bike inspection order →Archived: 2026 Marin Bobcat Trail 3 - Artist Edition: Thumbs · Mountain · Published sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL
Frame and fork
Inspect the frame and fork →Archived: Frame: Series 3 6061 Aluminum, 32” Wheels, Low Standover, 68mm BB shell, 148mm Forged Thru-Axle Dropouts, Chainstay Post Mount Disc, Internal Housing & Dropper Post Routing, UDH Hanger · Fork: SR Suntour XCM 34 Boost HLO, 130mm Travel, Coil Spring, Rebound Adjust, Hydraulic Lockout, 110mm Spacing
Suspension
Evaluate the suspension →Archived: Fork: SR Suntour XCM 34 Boost HLO, 130mm Travel, Coil Spring, Rebound Adjust, Hydraulic Lockout, 110mm Spacing
Drivetrain
Check drivetrain wear →Archived: Shifters: Shimano CUES, 9-Speed · Rear derailleur: Shimano CUES, RD-4000, 9-Speed · Crankset: Alloy Crank, Steel Narrow-Wide Chainring, 30T · Bottom bracket: Sealed Cartridge Bearings, Square Taper · Cassette: Shimano CUES CSLG300, 9-Speed, 11-46T · Chain: KMC LG
Brakes
Inspect the brakes →Archived: Brakes: (F) Tektro M280 Hydraulic Disc, 180mm Rotor / (R) Tektro M280 Hydraulic Disc, 160mm Rotor; Levers: Tektro M280
Wheels and tires
Check wheels and tires →Archived: Wheel size: 27.5"; 29" · Rims: Marin Aluminum Double Wall, 29mm Inner, Pinned Joint, Disc Specific · Hubs: (F) Forged Aluminum, 110x15mm, 32H / (R) Forged Alloy, Disc, 32H · Front tire: MTB, 27.5/29x2.25" · Rear tire: MTB, 27.5/29x2.25"
Controls and contact points
Archived: Headset: Zero Stack For Tapered Steerer · Handlebar: Marin 31.8 Riser, 30mm Rise, 780mm Width · Stem: Marin Alloy, 31.8mm Clamp, 45mm · Seatpost: Marin Alloy, 30.9 · Saddle: Marin MTB · Pedals: Nylon Platform
Before and during the test ride
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