Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 27.5"
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Travel Front 100mm
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Fork SunTour XCT
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Groupset Tourney
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Suspension Hardtail
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Drivetrain 3 × 7
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Brakes Mechanical Disc
Recommended size guide.
XS
158cm - 167cm
SM
165cm - 173cm
MD
169cm - 180cm
LG
177cm - 186cm
XL
183cm - 191cm
XXL
186cm - 194cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Series 1 6061 Aluminum, 27.5” Wheels, 68mm BB shell, 135mm Forged Dropouts, IS Seatstay Disc Mounts
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCT-DS 27.5”, 100mm Travel, Custom Coil Spring
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney, 7-Speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano FD-TX500
Shift Levers
Shimano Tourney 3x7-Speed
Cassette
SunRace 7-Speed, 11-34T
Crank
Shimano FC-TY301, 42/34/24T
Bottom Bracket
Sealed Cartridge Bearings, Square Taper
Chain
KMC Z50
Pedals
Nylon Platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula, 32H
Rear Hub
Formula, 32H
Rims
Marin, Double Wall Alloy
Spokes
15g Black Stainless Steel
Tires
Mountain Tire, 27.5”x2.1"
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro MD280 Mechanical Disc, 160mm Rotor
Brake Levers
Shimano w/ Integrated Shifters
Cockpit
Stem
Marin Alloy, 60mm
Handlebar
Marin Riser, 25mm Rise, 700mm Width
Grips
Marin Dual Density
Headset
FSA No.10-P
Seat
Saddle
Marin MTB
Seatpost
Marin Alloy
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.47 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.29 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 304.5 mm | 304.5 mm | 304.5 mm | 304.5 mm | 304.5 mm | 304.5 mm |
| Front Center | 651 mm | 666 mm | 684 mm | 704 mm | 721 mm | 733 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 89 mm | 89 mm | 89 mm | 89 mm | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Stack | 581.04 mm | 585.71 mm | 590.38 mm | 595.05 mm | 599.72 mm | 604.38 mm |
| Reach | 394.75 mm | 408.32 mm | 423.89 mm | 442.46 mm | 458.04 mm | 467.61 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 573 mm | 588 mm | 605 mm | 625 mm | 642 mm | 653 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 330 mm | 381 mm | 431 mm | 482 mm | 520 mm | 559 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 105 mm | 110 mm | 115 mm | 120 mm | 125 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1074 mm | 1089 mm | 1107 mm | 1127 mm | 1145 mm | 1156 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 48 mm | 48 mm | 48 mm | 48 mm | 48 mm | 48 mm |
| Standover Height | 643 mm | 683 mm | 725 mm | 766 mm | 796 mm | 826 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 165 cm | 169 cm | 177 cm | 183 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 167 cm | 173 cm | 180 cm | 186 cm | 191 cm | 194 cm |
Model Overview
Bolinas Ridge 1 belongs to the Marin Bolinas model. Marin launched 22 bikes of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2019 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Marin Bolinas Ridge 1 2019 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 429$. On the other hand, Marin Bolinas Ridge 2 2019, is the most expensive and costs 499$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
When Marin released this model in 2019, its price was 429$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 344.06% lower.
Bolinas Ridge 1 components
Fork
Marin Bolinas Ridge 1 2019 bike is equipped with the SunTour XCT fork, and has 100mm travel. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels size
The wheels on Bolinas Ridge 1 are the 27.5″ aluminum type. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Marin Bolinas Ridge 1 has Mechanical Disc brakes installed. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.
Sizes
Marin Bolinas Ridge 1 bike has 6 sizes, in the range of 158 cm – 194 cm (5.18 ft – 6.36 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.
