Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset GX, Apex -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Series 3 6061 Aluminum, 700C Wheels, Relieved Head Tube and BB, Internal Cable Routing, Post Mount Disc Specific Forged Dropouts
Suspension Fork
Carbon w/ Alloy Steerer, Post-Mount Disc
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX 10-Speed
Front Derailleur
SRAM Apex
Shift Levers
SRAM Apex 10-Speed
Cassette
Sunrace 10-Speed, Black, 11-36T
Crank
FSA Gossamer Compact, 50/34T
Bottom Bracket
FSA MegaExo
Chain
KMC X10EL
Pedals
Commute Platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Forged Aluminum Alloy, 6-Bolt Disc, 32H
Rear Hub
Forged Aluminum Alloy, 6-Bolt Disc, 32H
Rims
Marin Aluminum Double Wall, 21mm Inner, 30mm Tall, Disc Specific, Tubeless Compatible
Tires
Schwalbe G-ONE Performance, 700Cx35, Folding Bead, Kevlar Puncture Protection
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Spyre-C Road Mechanical Disc, 160mm Rotor
Brake Levers
SRAM Apex DoubleTap
Cockpit
Stem
Marin 3D Forged Alloy
Handlebar
Marin Compact Drop, Flat Top
Grips
Marin Silicon Gel Tape
Headset
FSA Orbit CE, Sealed Cartridge Bearings
Seat
Saddle
Marin Fitness
Seatpost
Marin Alloy
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 49cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm | 60cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.41 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.53 mm | 1.53 mm | 1.55 mm | 1.59 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 276 mm | 276 mm | 274 mm | 274 mm | 276 mm | 276 mm |
| Front Center | 592 mm | 584 mm | 594 mm | 604 mm | 610 mm | 619 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 74 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 63 mm | 59 mm | 59 mm |
| Stack | 534.1 mm | 558.5 mm | 581.2 mm | 597.3 mm | 611.5 mm | 630.6 mm |
| Reach | 378.2 mm | 376.3 mm | 379.3 mm | 389.5 mm | 394.6 mm | 397.8 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 520 mm | 535 mm | 550 mm | 565 mm | 580 mm | 595 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 490 mm | 520 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm | 580 mm | 600 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° | 72 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 105 mm | 125 mm | 150 mm | 165 mm | 180 mm | 200 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1018 mm | 1010 mm | 1021 mm | 1031 mm | 1037 mm | 1046 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 73 mm | 73 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Standover Height | 765 mm | 782 mm | 805 mm | 823 mm | 842 mm | 862 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
Lombard Elite is a Marin Lombard model. Marin released 13 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Marin Lombard bikes models from 2017, by clicking here.
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.
General Road bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid General Road bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1915$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a General Road bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
Lombard Elite components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a carbon one, so, its weight is considerably lighter than one made out of steel. However, they cost a bit more than steel forks.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the Lombard Elite bike is equipped with the 700c aluminum model. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Marin Lombard Elite has Mechanical Disc brakes installed. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.