Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Groupset Truvativ -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Single Speed -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alpha Gold Aluminum, butted & hydroformed tubing, cold-forged dropouts & bottom bracket, G2 Geometry, sliding vertical dropouts
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
n/a
Front Derailleur
n/a
Shift Levers
n/a
Cassette
20T freewheel
Crank
Truvativ E400 1.1G, 32T
Pedals
Wellgo ATB, boron axle, alloy cage
Wheels
Rims
Formula DC20 alloy front hub, KT TB5R SS disc alloy rear hub; Bontrager AT-850 disc 29 32-hole rims
Tires
Bontrager 29-2, 29x2.1"
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Novela mechanical disc brakes, 6-bolt, 160mm rotors
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager SSR, 25.4mm
Handlebar
Bontrager Low Riser, 25.4mm, 5mm rise, 9 degree sweep
Headset
1-1/8" threadless, semi-integrated, semi-cartridge bearings
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Evoke 1
Seatpost
Bontrager SSR, 27.2mm, 20mm offset
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15.5" | 17.5" | 19" | 21" | 23" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
About this model
Marlin Singlespeed belongs to the Trek Marlin model. 90 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Trek Marlin bikes models from 2012, here.
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.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, you could also get a good Crosscountry bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Marlin Singlespeed components
Wheels size
The Marlin Singlespeed 2012 bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Trek Marlin Singlespeed has Mechanical Disc brakes installed. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.