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Rift Zone 3
A 29″ aluminum frame full suspension trail bike with upper mid-range components.
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Manufacturer Price
$2,649| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 120 / 120mm |
| Fork | RockShox Revelation RC |
| Shock | RockShox Deluxe |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | SLX |
| Brakes | Shimano Deore Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
5'2" – 5'8"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'7"
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Summary
The Marin Rift Zone is a versatile trail bike that offers great value, modern geometry, and solid performance across various terrains. It's praised for its confident handling, efficient climbing, and fun ride quality, though some reviews note its suspension could be more refined. The bike stands out for its smart compromises and competitive pricing, making it a strong contender in its category.
Great value for money
Modern and dialed geometry
Confident and efficient ride quality
Solid component spec
Versatile performance across terrains
Suspension could be more refined
Some builds may require upgrades
Competition is tough with similar-priced bikes
Marin tends to get you a lot of bang for the buck.
BIKE MagazineThe Rift Zone Carbon 2 has great parts, dialed geometry, and a nice ride. But the competition is tough.Bicycling
Like a diminutive yet self-possessed pug, the Rift Zone is an almost comically bolshy bike considering its modest 120mm of suspension.
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Nov 2019 · Matt Phillips
The new carbon front-triangle is a premium upgrade to Marin's Rift Zone 29er
Great build
Dialed geometry
Less refined suspension than its competition
Nov 2019
We're always a little cautious about carbon bikes that hover around the $4,000 mark. They often kinda seem like they're just an invitation to spend more
Jun 2019 · Sspomer
The Rift Zone 3 is ready for fast, fun singletrack and may double as a slalom bike for those going through a mid-life crisis.
Price
Confidence in its identity
The right geometry for the task
Reliable drivetrain
Capable suspension despite lack of bells and whistles
Predictable tires
Crank bolt came loose often and uses 10mm hex nut which isn’t common on most bike tools
Brakes may be under-powered for larger riders or steep descents
Lagging rear hub engagement
Feb 2019 · Alan Muldoon
The Marin Rift Zone 1 is the entry-level bike in the range. Designed as a 120mm travel 29er trail bike, all Rift Zones share the same alloy frame.
Great riding position and handling
Needs a shock to match its attitude
Oct 2018 · Joseph Delves
With its solidly oriented frame geometry this is a bike designed for speed on the trails
Jul 2018
The Rift Zone sits firmly in the trail bike category, built for all-around riding with a confident and efficient nature. There’s 120mm of stout travel out the back, 130mm travel RockShox Revelation up the front, 29” wheels and all those key ingredients we look for like a single ring drivetrain, dropper post and decent width …
Killer value.
Rides really well.
Fast!
Firm suspension.
Mar 2018
The Marin Rift Zone is a dark horse with an unassuming character, it’s a trail slayer with new geometry for 2018 that has moved this bike firmly into trail bike territory. At a humble price the 120mm bike will turn frowns upside down without the need to rob a bank. Review - Specialized Rhyme Comp 6Fattie First Look - Marin Four Corners Gravel Bike The alloy Rift Zone with it’s 120mm of rear travel and 130mm up front slots into the Marin range next to the 27.5” Hawk Hill where the travel and the intentions are the same but the wheel size differs, with the Rift Zone sporting 29er hoops.
Jan 2018 · Guy Kesteven
Reshaped for rioting but still naturally efficient, the Rift Zone is now a real trail contender. Buy if you want an all-round bike for trail riding fun
Sorted all-round trail geometry and ride
Good value, high-control kit package to match
Still efficient enough for big days out
Tight shock feel can make it choke and clatter in rougher sections
| Frame | Series 3 6061 Aluminum Frame, 29” Wheels, 120mm Travel MultiTrac Suspension Platform, Seatstay Mounted Post Mount Disc Brakes, 148x12mm Boost Thru-Axle |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Revelation RC 29", 120mm Travel, Compression and Rebound Adjustment, Alloy Tapered Steerer, 110x15mm Boost Spacing, Maxle Stealth, 51mm Offset Travel: 120mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | RockShox Deluxe RT Debonair, 210x50mm, Debonair Air Sleeve, Rebound Adjustment, Custom Tune, Firm Pedal Platform Lever, 25mm x M8 Hardware Travel: 120mm |
| Bottom Bracket | External Sealed Cartridge Bearings |
| Headset | FSA No 57E, Sealed Cartridge Bearings, 1 1/8" x 1 1/2” |
| Stem | Marin 3D Forged Alloy, 45mm |
| Handlebar | Marin Mini-Riser, 6061 Double Butted Aluminum, 780mm Width, 4º Up, 9º Back |
| Saddle | WTB Volt Comp |
| Seatpost | TranzX Dropper Post, YSP15 w/ 1x Remote, Size S 100mm Travel, All Other Sizes: 120mm Travel Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | - - - |
| Grips | Marin Single Clamp Locking |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano RD-M7000, SLX GS, Direct Attachment, 11-Speed |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | - - -Shift Lever |
| Crank | FSA V-Drive, Modular 1x, 30T Direct Mount Chainring, MegaTooth Technology, Boost Spacing |
| Shifters | Shimano SL-7000R 1x11-Speed |
| Cassette | Shimano SLX M7000 Cassette, 11-46T |
| Chain | KMC X11 Extra Light |
| Brakes | Shimano Deore M6000 Hydraulic Disc, 180mm Rotor Type: Shimano Deore Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano Deore M6000 Hydraulic |
| Rims | Marin Aluminum Double Wall, 29mm Inner, Sleeved Joint, Disc Specific, Tubeless Compatible |
|---|---|
| Spokes | 14g Black Stainless Steel |
| Front Hub | Formula, 110x15mm, Centerlock Disc, 32H |
| Rear Hub | Formula, 148x12mm, Quad Sealed Bearings, Centerlock Disc, 32H |
| Tires | WTB Trail Boss, 29x2.4", TCS Light/Fast, Tubeless Compatible |
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