2020 Marin

Rift Zone 1

A 29″ aluminum frame full suspension trail bike with upper mid-range components.
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MSRP$1,599
FrameAluminum
SuspensionFull, 125 / 130mm
ForkRockShox Recon Silver RL
ShockX-Fusion
Wheels29″ Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 11
GroupsetDeore, microSHIFT
BrakesHydraulic Disc
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Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Terrain
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Handling
nimblestable
Rift Zone 1
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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)

25 mph

Rift Zone 1

26 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Sizing
SM

5'2" – 5'7"

MD

5'5" – 5'11"

LG

5'9" – 6'3"

XL

6'1" – 6'4"

Rider Fit Notes
  • 5'8", size Lg, Just right
Reviews
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Tested: Marin Rift Zone 2

Feb 2021 · Travis Engel

This short-travel shredder takes a modern trend and brings it to the entry level. The Marin Rift Zone 2 does (almost) everything.

Highs
  • Unbeatable value

  • Smart spec

  • Forgiving but familiar geometry

  • Supportive suspension

Lows
  • Oddly shaped brake levers

  • Shimano chain and crank would have been nice

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2020 Marin Rift Zone 2 Bike

Jan 2021 · Sspomer

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off.road.cc
Marin Rift Zone 2 2020 review

Mar 2020

The Marin Rift Zone 2 is a 125mm full suspension trail bike that will please riders and wallets. While it’s heavy for a short-travel mountain bike, and the tyres don't suit its all-rounder intentions, the Rift Zone is a great proposition that's just begging for some choice upgrades. Giant Trance 29 3 review Ragley Blue Pig Race 2020 review Best mountain bikes for under £3,000 - capable trail bikes that won't break the bank Updated for 2020 with revised geometry, 125mm of rear travel (up five millimetres from the previous bike) and the same big 29er wheels, the Rift Zone 2 is bang on trend.

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Outdoor Gear Lab
Marin Rift Zone Carbon 2

Mar 2020 · Jeremy Benson

Marin is better known for their budget-oriented bikes, but that is likely to change with quality offerings like the Rift Zone Carbon 2. This shorter-travel...

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Review: Marin Rift Zone Carbon 2 - Modern Geometry for Maximum Fun

Feb 2020 · David Arthur

Marin's Rift Zone Carbon is another addition to the growing field of short travel bikes with aggressive geometry.

Highs
  • Great handling

  • Modern geometry

  • Solid build kit with nice attention to the details

Lows
  • Rear shock needs setup time

  • Vague Shimano brake bite point

  • Bit heavy for a short travel bike

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Mountain Bike Action
MBA Bike Test: Marin Bike's Rift Zone Carbon 2

Feb 2020 · McCoy

A trail bike with a lively attitude

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Bicycling
Marin’s Rift Zone Carbon 2 Is a Mid-Range Bike with a Lot to Love

Nov 2019

The new carbon front-triangle is a premium upgrade to Marin's Rift Zone 29er

Highs
  • Great build

  • Dialed geometry

Lows
  • Less refined suspension than its competition

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BIKE Magazine
Marin Introduces the Rift Zone Carbon 2 and Rift Zone Carbon 1

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

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Geometry
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Specs
Build
Frame

Series 3 6061 Aluminum Frame, 29” Wheels, 125mm Travel, MultiTrac Suspension Platform, 141 Boost Spacing (upgradable to 148x12), 73mm Threaded BB w/ ISCG05 Tabs

BB StandardBSA, 73mm, Threaded

Fork

RockShox Recon RL 29", 130mm Travel, Solo Air, Compression and Rebound Adjustment, Alloy Tapered Steerer, Fast Black Uppers, 110x15mm Boost Spacing, Maxle Stealth, 42mm Offset

Travel130mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

X-Fusion O2 Pro R, Custom Tune, 210x50mm, 25mm x M8 Hardware Top and Bottom

Travel125mm

Spring TypeAir

Bottom Bracket

External Sealed Cartridge Bearings

Headset

FSA No 57E, Semi-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

Marin Speed Concept

Seatpost

Marin Alloy, 30.9mm

TypeRigid

Pedals

Not Included.

Grips

Marin Dual Density

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Deore Shadow Plus

Crank

Marin Forged Alloy 1x11, Hollow Spindle, Steel Narrow-Wide 32T Chainring, 76mm BCD

Shifters

Micro Shift, SLM895, 11 speed

Cassette

SunRace 11-Speed, 11-46T

Chain

KMC X11

Brakes

Shimano BR-MT201 Hydraulic Disc, 180mm Rotor

TypeHydraulic Disc

Brake Levers

Shimano BR-MT201 Hydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Marin Aluminum Double Wall, 29mm Inner, Pinned Joint, Disc Specific, Tubeless Compatible

Spokes

14g Black Stainless Steel

Front Hub

Forged Alloy, 110x15mm, 6-Bolt Disc, 32H

Rear Hub

Forged Alloy, 141x9mm, Quad Sealed Bearings, 6-Bolt Disc, 32H, Standard Freehub Body

Tires

Vee Tire Crown Gem 29x2.3", MPC Compound, Wire Bead

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