Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Fork Suntour XCM
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Groupset Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 8 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
147cm - 159cm
SM
156cm - 167cm
MD
164cm - 174cm
LG
171cm - 180cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Series 2 6061 Aluminum, Women's Specific Frame, 27.5" Wheels, Low Standover, 68mm BB shell, 135mm Forged Dropouts, IS Chainstay Disc Mount, Internal Housing Routing
Suspension Fork
SR/Suntour XCM HLO, 120mm Travel, Hydraulic Lockout, 46mm Offset
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus, 8-Speed
Front Derailleur
Altus Double
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus SL-M315, 8-Speed
Cassette
SunRace 8-Speed, 11-34T
Crank
Alloy Crank, Steel Chainrings, 36/22T
Bottom Bracket
Sealed Cartridge Bearings, Square Taper
Chain
KMC Z8
Pedals
Nylon Platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Forged Alloy, Disc, 32H
Rear Hub
Forged Alloy, Disc, 32H
Rims
Marin Aluminum Double Wall, 25mm Inner, Pinned Joint, Disc Specific
Tires
MTB, 27.5x2.25"
Brakes
Brakes
Hydraulic Disc
Brake Levers
Clark's Hydraulic
Cockpit
Stem
Marin Alloy, 31.8mm Clamp, 45mm
Handlebar
Marin 31.8 Riser, 12mm Rise, 740mm Width
Grips
Marin MTB, Closed End
Headset
FSA No.10-P
Seat
Saddle
Marin MTB
Seatpost
Marin Alloy, 30.9
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.42 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.31 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 307 mm | 307 mm | 307 mm | 307 mm |
| Front Center | 688 mm | 705 mm | 717 mm | 739 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 107 mm | 107 mm | 107 mm | 107 mm |
| Stack | 592.7 mm | 597.3 mm | 602 mm | 606.6 mm |
| Reach | 418 mm | 433 mm | 443 mm | 463 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 578 mm | 594.3 mm | 605.6 mm | 626.8 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 330 mm | 381 mm | 431 mm | 481 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67.5 ° | 67.5 ° | 67.5 ° | 67.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 105 mm | 110 mm | 115 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 423 mm | 423 mm | 423 mm | 423 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1107 mm | 1123 mm | 1135 mm | 1158 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 48 mm | 48 mm | 48 mm | 48 mm |
| Standover Height | 598 mm | 619 mm | 658 mm | 704 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 147 cm | 156 cm | 164 cm | 171 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 159 cm | 167 cm | 174 cm | 180 cm |
Model Overview
Wildcat Trail 3 belongs to the Marin Wildcat model. Marin released 31 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Marin Wildcat bikes models from 2024, here.
Model range prices
Marin Wildcat Trail 1 2024 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 499$. Marin Wildcat Trail 3 2024 on the other hand costs 699$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Trail bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Trail bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 699$. If we compare this with the average Trail bike cost we notice that the price is 295.14% smaller.
Internal Cable Routing
Another thing to mention, is the internal cable routing of this bike. In conclusion, this helps you too, keep the bike cables in mint condition, and also it looks better. No more cables, surrounding the bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the Suntour XCM model. The travel on this model is 120mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Wildcat Trail 3 model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. These wheels will provide you with more control over the bike. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
Wildcat Trail 3 comes in 4 sizes, that range from 147 cm – 180 cm (4.82 ft – 5.91 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.