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 XCM
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Groupset Altus, Tourney -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
147cm - 159cm
SM
156cm - 165cm
MD
172cm - 181cm
MD
172cm - 181cm
LG
175cm - 184cm
XL
181cm - 182cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Series 1 6061 Aluminum, 27.5”/29" Wheels, Low Standover, 68mm BB shell, 135mm Forged Dropouts, Chainstay Mounted Disc Brakes
Suspension Fork
SR/Suntour XCM DS, 100mm Travel, Preload Adjustment, 46mm Offset
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus, 8-Speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano FD-TY700
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus 3x8-Speed
Cassette
SunRace 8-Speed, 11-34T
Crank
Alloy Crank, Steel Chainrings, 42/34/24T
Bottom Bracket
Sealed Cartridge Bearings, Square Taper
Chain
KMC Z8
Pedals
Nylon Platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Forged Alloy, Disc, 32H
Rear Hub
Forged Alloy, Disc, 32H
Rims
Marin, Double Wall Alloy
Tires
MTB, 27.5/29x2.25"
Brakes
Brakes
Hydraulic Disc
Brake Levers
Clark's Clout Hydraulic
Cockpit
Stem
Marin Alloy, 31.8mm, 45mm
Handlebar
Marin 31.8 Riser, 12mm Rise, 780mm Width
Grips
Marin MTB, Closed End
Headset
FSA No.10-P
Seat
Saddle
Marin MTB
Seatpost
Marin Alloy, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.45 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.35 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 307 mm | 307 mm | 307 mm | 311.5 mm | 311.5 mm | 311.5 mm |
| Front Center | 659 mm | 676 mm | 693 mm | 712 mm | 729 mm | 751 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 93 mm | 93 mm | 93 mm | 96 mm | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Stack | 578.8 mm | 583.5 mm | 588 mm | 614 mm | 618.5 mm | 623 mm |
| Reach | 398 mm | 413 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 443 mm | 463 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 564.5 mm | 581 mm | 597.2 mm | 604.6 mm | 621 mm | 642.2 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 330 mm | 381 mm | 431 mm | 431 mm | 481 mm | 520 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 105 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 115 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 453 mm | 453 mm | 453 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1082 mm | 1099 mm | 1116 mm | 1158 mm | 1175 mm | 1197 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 48 mm | 48 mm | 48 mm | 61 mm | 61 mm | 61 mm |
| Standover Height | 647 mm | 661 mm | 704 mm | 714 mm | 742 mm | 771 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 147 cm | 156 cm | 172 cm | 172 cm | 175 cm | 181 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 159 cm | 165 cm | 181 cm | 181 cm | 184 cm | 182 cm |
About this model
Bolinas Ridge 2 completes the Marin Bolinas model. Marin released 22 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Marin Bolinas bikes models from 2024, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Marin Bolinas Ridge 1 2024 is the cheapest bike model and costs 499$. Marin Bolinas Ridge 2 2024 is the most expensive one and costs 599$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
This bike was released in 2024 and its price was 599$. Comparing the average cost of a Crosscountry bike to this one, you will see that Bolinas Ridge 2 price is 218.03% lower.
Overview of components
Fork
The Bolinas Ridge 2 comes factory-installed with the Suntour XCM fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Bolinas Ridge 2 model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Bolinas Ridge 2 has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
This bike is available in 6 sizes. They vary from 147 cm – 182 cm (4.82 ft – 5.97 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.