Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
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Groupset Deore -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Series 2 6061 Aluminum, Wheels, 68mm BB shell, 135mm Forged Dropouts
Suspension Fork
RockShox Recon Silver, TK Coil Spring, 100mm Travel (80mm on Size S)
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore Shadow Plus SGS
Front Derailleur
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Shift Levers
Shimano Deore 1x10-Speed
Cassette
Sunrace 10-Speed, 11-42T
Crank
Marin Forged Alloy 1x10, Hollow Spindle, Steel Narrow-Wide 32T Chainring, 76mm BCD
Bottom Bracket
External Sealed Cartridge Bearings
Chain
KMC X10
Pedals
Resin Platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula, 110x15mm, Centerlock Disc, 32H
Rear Hub
Formula, Centerlock Disc, 32H
Rims
Marin Aluminum Double Wall, 27mm Inner, Pinned Joint, Disc Specific, Tubeless Compatible
Tires
Schwalbe Tough Tom, 2.25”
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-M315 Hydraulic Disc, 180mm Rotor
Brake Levers
Shimano BL-365 Hydraulic
Cockpit
Stem
Marin Alloy
Handlebar
Marin Mini-Riser, 10mm Rise, 720mm Width
Grips
Marin Dual Density
Headset
FSA No.10-P
Seat
Saddle
Marin MTB
Seatpost
Marin Alloy
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.38 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.32 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 304.5 mm | 304.5 mm | 311 mm | 311 mm | 311 mm |
| Front Center | 688 mm | 706 mm | 732 mm | 750 mm | 761 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 44 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 96 mm | 96 mm | 89 mm | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Stack | 581.19 mm | 585.83 mm | 616.6 mm | 621.24 mm | 625.88 mm |
| Reach | 420.77 mm | 436.44 mm | 447.62 mm | 463.29 mm | 472.96 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 588 mm | 605 mm | 625 mm | 642 mm | 653 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 381 mm | 431 mm | 482 mm | 520 mm | 559 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 105 mm | 110 mm | 115 mm | 120 mm | 125 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 428 mm | 428 mm | 443 mm | 443 mm | 443 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1111 mm | 1129 mm | 1168 mm | 1186 mm | 1197 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 48 mm | 48 mm | 61 mm | 61 mm | 61 mm |
| Standover Height | 677 mm | 721 mm | 776 mm | 807 mm | 936 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
About this model
Bobcat Trail 5 belongs to the Marin Bobcat model. There are 36 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2017 of this model, by clicking this link.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Crosscountry bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the RockShox Recon Silver RL fork installed. The fork’s travel is 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels
The Bobcat Trail 5 2017 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. 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. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.