2019 Marin

Pine Mountain 1

A 27.5″ steel frame hardtail trail bike with upper mid-range components.
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MSRP$1,299
FrameSteel
SuspensionHardtail, 120mm
ForkRockShox Recon Silver RL
Wheels27.5″ Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 11
GroupsetSLX
BrakesHydraulic Disc
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Terrain
easyextreme
Handling
nimblestable
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

22 mph

Pine Mountain 1

26 mph

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Reviews
Mountain Bike Action
Mountain Bike Action Bike Test: Marin Pine Mountain 2 Trail Bike

Aug 2020 · McCoy

Overall, Marin did a great job targeting the adventure bike rider and...

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BIKEPACKING.com
2020 Marin Pine Mountain 2 Review

Jun 2020 · Logan Watts

The 2020 Pine Mountain 2 is an affordable bikepacking-specific trail hardtail with a record number of threaded eyelets. Here's the full review…

Highs
  • A happy-medium geometry that offers a snappy feel on the trail, solid climbing prowess, and a fairly stable ride

  • Built around 29 x 2.6” tires

  • Unbelievable amount of bosses and a downloadable diagram for making a custom frame bag

  • Well-priced as an entry level bikepacking bike, but there are a few needed upgrades

Lows
  • Vee Flow Snap tires are horrible and dangerous

  • Geometry misses the ideal mark with a reach that’s a little too short

  • Not as compliant as the older model

  • Heavy build with few disappointing components; handlebar is too stiff and fork is just okay

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Outdoor Gear Lab
Marin Pine Mountain 2

Mar 2020 · Pat Donahue

The redesigned Marin Pine Mountain 2 is a supremely versatile bike that is comfortable in many situations. This steel bicycle was designed with a clear...

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NSMB
2018 Marin Pine Mountain 1

Sep 2017

It's rare for a bike under 2K catches our eye but the Marin Pine Mountain 1 has much to offer at $700 under that mark...

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MBR
Marin Pine Mountain 1 (2017) review - MBR

Dec 2016 · Alan Muldoon

The Marin Pine Mopuntain rides more like an adventure bike than a trail hardtail designed to get your pulse racing.

Highs
  • Steel frame absorbs vibrations

Lows
  • Geometry needs a refresh

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MTBR
Marin Pine Mountain 1 and new 141x9mm boost QR standard

Apr 2016

A new hub standard is coming and it’s going to make beginner and intermediate bikes better. Here’s what you need to know. - Mtbr.com

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BikeRadar
Marin Pine Mountain 1 review

Feb 2016 · Tom Marvin

You'll need razor-sharp skills to get the Pine Mountain rolling at serious speeds, but it's got no shortage of simple charm. Buy if you want a refreshingly straightforward steed for savouring cross-country excursions rather than bombing trails

Highs
  • Appealing retro simplicity, lively character, excellent as an adventure bike

Lows
  • Geometry and rigid setup mean only the most skilful riders will want to cane it on the pine mountain, quick-release wheels detract from handling accuracy

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Geometry
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Specs
Build
Frame

Series 2 Double Butted CrMo, 27.5+ Wheels, Boost 141x9mm Open Dropout, 73mm Threaded BB

BB StandardBSA, 73mm, Threaded

Fork

RockShox Recon RL 27.5+, 120mm Travel, Compression and Rebound Adjustment, Alloy Tapered Steerer, Solo Air Spring, 110x15mm Boost Spacing, Maxle Lite, 51mm Offset

Travel120mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

N/A

Spring TypeAir

Bottom Bracket

External Sealed Cartridge Bearings

Headset

FSA Orbit ITA, Sealed Cartridge Bearings, 1 1/8" x 1 1/2”

Stem

Marin 3D Forged Alloy, 60mm

Handlebar

Marin Mini-Riser, 6061 Double Butted Aluminum, 15mm Rise, 780mm Width, 4º Up, 9º Back

Saddle

Marin MTB

Seatpost

Marin Alloy Light

TypeRigid

Pedals

Nylon Platform

Grips

Marin Single Clamp Locking

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano SLX GS Shadow Plus 11-Speed

Front Derailleur

- - -

Crank

Marin Forged Alloy 1x11, Hollow Spindle, Direct Mount Steel Forged Narrow-Wide 30T Chainring, Boost Spacing

Shifters

Shimano SLX Deore 1x11 Speed

Cassette

SunRace 11-Speed, 11-42T

Chain

KMC X11L

Chain Guide

N/A

Brakes

Shimano MT501 Hydraulic Disc, 180mm Rotor

TypeHydraulic Disc

Brake Levers

Shimano MT501 Hydraulic

Wheels
Rims

Marin Aluminum Double Wall, 38mm Inner, Pinned Joint, Disc Specific, Tubeless Compatible

Spokes

14g Black Stainless Steel

Front Hub

Joytech, 110x15mm, 6-Bolt Disc, 32H

Rear Hub

Joytech, 141x9mm, 6-Bolt Disc, 32H

Tires

Vee Tire, Crown Gem 27.5x2.8", Dual Control Compound, Folding Bead, Tubeless Compatible

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