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mtbnick
May 14th, 2003, 02:52 AM
this is my first full suspension bike. been a hardtailer up till now but my ass just can't take the hits anymore
AA
May 14th, 2003, 08:53 AM
Cool looking frame nm, not being familiar with Marin bikes what are some of the specifics like length of travel, intended purpose (xc, free ride etc)
MMcG
May 15th, 2003, 06:51 PM
Cool looking frame nm, not being familiar with Marin bikes what are some of the specifics like length of travel, intended purpose (xc, free ride etc)


AA,

That frame is part of Marin's TARA (Travel and Ride Adjustment or something like that) line of rigs - adjustable travel from four to six inches in the rear I believe. I've never seen that frame set up with a Rock Shox shock on it though....I've only seen it with a coil over on that particular model in their lineup.

Marin frames are built pretty strong and pretty stiff in my opinion, but Marin sizes their frames differently than most other bike manufacturers.

Enjoy that Rig nm!!!

Cheers,

Mark
mtbnick
May 15th, 2003, 09:13 PM
well i ended up not getting the frame. i was bidding on ebay and in the last 2 hours of the auction there were about 15 bids so i got screwed. too bad it is a awesome frame marin frames are made in the same factory as ellsworth frames so they are made damn good. oh well i guess i will have to keep looking on ebay till i find another frame that i find suitable for my riding style
MMcG
May 15th, 2003, 09:41 PM
well i ended up not getting the frame. i was bidding on ebay and in the last 2 hours of the auction there were about 15 bids so i got screwed. too bad it is a awesome frame marin frames are made in the same factory as ellsworth frames so they are made damn good. oh well i guess i will have to keep looking on ebay till i find another frame that i find suitable for my riding style


nm,

If you really like those Marin frames, you should try looking at http://www.adrenalinebikes.com and/or http://www.bicycleblowout.com - both shops carry Marin and have great prices on their bikes/frames! Plus you would know that you are getting a new or at least New Old Stock frame.

Good luck.

Mark