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Marin Argenta A6 2015

2015 Road
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Marin Argenta A6 2015

Bike details

Overview

Key information split into simple groups.

Bike summary

  • Category
  • Frame Aluminum
  • Wheels 700c
  • Groupset Claris, FSA
  • Suspension Rigid
  • Drivetrain 2 × 8
  • Brakes Rim
Sizing

Recommended size guide.

  • XS

    156cm - 166cm

  • SM

    163cm - 174cm

  • MD

    171cm - 182cm

  • LG

    179cm - 189cm

  • XL

    185cm - 195cm

Parts list

Components

Main components, grouped by system.

Bike components

Frame

Frame

6061 Aluminum, Double Butted with Endurance Fit Geometry

Suspension Fork

Endurance Alloy Road 1 1/8”

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur

Shimano Claris

Front Derailleur

Shimano Claris

Shift Levers

Shimano Claris STI, 2x8-Speed

Cassette

Shimano HG, 11-32, 8-Speed

Crank

FSA Tempo, 50/34T

Bottom Bracket

Sealed Cartridge

Chain

KMC Z8

Pedals

Composite with Alloy Cage

Wheels

Front Hub

Formula, 28 Hole

Rear Hub

Formula, 32 Hole

Rims

Alex AT470 Double Wall with CNC Side Walls

Tires

Schwalbe Lugano with Kevlar Puncture Guard 700 x 25c

Brakes

Brakes

Tektro R312 Dual Pivot

Brake Levers

Shimano with Integrated Shifters

Cockpit

Stem

Marin Alloy, Threadless

Handlebar

Marin Road Compact Drop

Grips

Marin Road Plus Tape

Headset

FSA No. 8B 1 1/8 Threadless Sealed Cartridge Bearing

Seat

Saddle

Marin Speed Concept with Cromoly Rails

Seatpost

Marin Alloy Micro Adjust, 350mm

Fit data

Geometry

Numbers for sizing and ride feel.

SizeXSSMMDLGXL
Stack Reach Ratio
1.43 mm1.43 mm1.47 mm1.5 mm1.55 mm
Bottom Bracket Height
269 mm269 mm269 mm269 mm269 mm
Front Center
587 mm595 mm600 mm605 mm615 mm
Rake
45 mm45 mm45 mm45 mm45 mm
Trail
74 mm62 mm62 mm62 mm56 mm
Stack
528.5 mm554.7 mm569 mm583.3 mm615.6 mm
Reach
369.7 mm387.6 mm388.1 mm388 mm398.1 mm
Top Tube Length
511 mm536 mm551 mm566 mm586 mm
Seat Tube Angle
75 °75 °74 °73 °73 °
Seat Tube Length
435 mm485 mm525 mm555 mm585 mm
Head Tube Angle
70 °72 °72 °72 °73 °
Head Tube Length
135 mm155 mm170 mm185 mm215 mm
Chainstay Length
416 mm416 mm416 mm416 mm416 mm
Wheelbase
993 mm1001 mm1006 mm1011 mm1021 mm
Bottom Bracket Drop
70 mm70 mm70 mm70 mm70 mm
Standover Height
719 mm757 mm783 mm804 mm834 mm
Wheels700700700700700
Rider Min Height156 cm163 cm171 cm179 cm185 cm
Rider Max Height166 cm174 cm182 cm189 cm195 cm

About this model

Argenta A6 is a Marin Argenta model. There are 10 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2015 of this model, by clicking this link.

Safety

When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.

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. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.

Argenta A6 components

Fork material

Argenta A6 has an aluminum fork, which doesn’t add too much extra weight to the bike. However, it is not so stiff as steel or carbon forks are.

Wheels size

As for the wheels, Marin Argenta A6 2015, has a 700c aluminum model. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.

Brakes

For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Marin Argenta A6 has Rim brakes installed. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.

Sizes

This bike is available in 5 sizes. They vary from 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.