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 SunTour RAIDON
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Groupset SLX, Deore -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Series One Alloy with SHOT Tech, 27.5
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour Raidon 27.5 HLO-R, Adjustable Rebound, Hydraulic Lockout and Alloy Steer, 100mm Travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano SLX Shadow, 10 Speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano DEORE, 2x10-Speed
Shift Levers
Shimano DEORE, 2 Way Release, 10-Speed
Cassette
Shimano HG50, 11-36, 10-Speed
Crank
FSA Comet MegaExo, 2x10-Speed, 38/24
Bottom Bracket
FSA MegaExo
Chain
Shimano HG54
Pedals
Alloy Mountain
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula, 32 Hole
Rear Hub
Formula, 32 Hole
Rims
Alex XD-Elite 27.5-Inch, Double Wall
Tires
Schwalbe Rapid Rob, 27.5 x 2.25
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Auriga Hydraulic Disc, 7” Rotor
Brake Levers
Tektro Auriga Hydraulic
Cockpit
Stem
Marin Alloy, Threadless
Handlebar
Double Butted 6061 Alloy, OS-31.8mm, 10mm Rise, 720mm Wide
Grips
Marin Dual Density
Headset
FSA No.10, 1 1/8”
Seat
Saddle
Marin Comp Mountain
Seatpost
Marin Alloy Micro Adjust, 350mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.49 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.42 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 305 mm | 305 mm | 305 mm | 305 mm | 305 mm |
| Front Center | 657 mm | 674 mm | 694 mm | 713 mm | 727 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 89 mm | 89 mm | 89 mm | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Stack | 592.409 mm | 592.409 mm | 601.75 mm | 620.42 mm | 639.09 mm |
| Reach | 397.71 mm | 414.71 mm | 431.85 mm | 443.14 mm | 450.43 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 579.1 mm | 596.1 mm | 616.1 mm | 633.1 mm | 646.1 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 382.1 mm | 431.8 mm | 483 mm | 521 mm | 559 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 140 mm | 160 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 429 mm | 429 mm | 429 mm | 429 mm | 429 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1081 mm | 1098 mm | 1119 mm | 1137 mm | 1152 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 48 mm | 48 mm | 48 mm | 48 mm | 48 mm |
| Standover Height | 684 mm | 724 mm | 766 mm | 800 mm | 833 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
Model Overview
Bobcat Trail 7.5 is a Marin Bobcat model. 36 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Marin Bobcat bikes models from 2015, by clicking here.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. 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.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the SunTour RAIDON fork installed. The fork’s travel is 100mm. 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.
Fork material
Bobcat Trail 7.5 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
When it comes to wheels, the Bobcat Trail 7.5 bike is equipped with the 27.5″ aluminum model. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Marin Bobcat Trail 7.5 is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.