2020 Marin

Rift Zone Carbon 2

A 29″ carbon frame full suspension trail bike with upper mid-range components.
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MSRP$3,999
FrameCarbon
SuspensionFull, 125 / 130mm
ForkFox Performance Float 34
ShockFox Float DPX2 Performance
Wheels29″ Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 12
GroupsetXT, SLX
BrakesHydraulic Disc
SeatpostDropper
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Terrain
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Handling
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Rift Zone Carbon 2
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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)

28 mph

Rift Zone Carbon 2

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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MBR
Marin Rift Zone Carbon 2 review - MBR

Sep 2020 · Alan Muldoon

Geometry and sizing is consistent across the Marin Rift Zone range, so the fit is going to be identical, right down to the stubby 35mm stem.

Highs
  • Good angles and attitude

Lows
  • Spec at odds with travel

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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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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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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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Geometry
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Specs
Build
Frame

All New Unidirectional Carbon Fiber Front Triangle, Series 4 Alloy Rear End, 29” Wheels, 125mm Travel, MultiTrac Suspension Platform, 148x12mm Boost Thru-Axle, 73mm Threaded BB w/ ISCG05 Tabs

BB StandardBB86/BB92, Press Fit

Fork

Fox Performance 34 Float, 130mm Travel, 3 Position Micro Adjust Compression Adjustment, Rebound Adjustment, 110x15mm Kabolt Axle, 44mm Offset

Travel130mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

Fox Float DPX2, Performance Series, EVOL Air Spring, 3 Position Compression Adjustment, Rebound Adjustment, Custom Tune, 210x50mm, 30mm x M8 Top, 25mm x M8 Bottom

Travel125mm

Spring TypeAir

Bottom Bracket

BB392 EVO, 73mm BSA Threaded

Headset

FSA No 42/47, Sealed Cartridge Bearings, 1 1/8" x 1 1/2”

Stem

Marin 3D Forged Alloy, 35mm

Handlebar

Deity Skyline Bar, 787mm Width, 25mm Rise

Saddle

Marin Trail Speed Concept Pro

Seatpost

X-Fusion Manic with PNW Loam Lever, I-Spec EV, Size S 125mm Travel, Size M & L 150mm Travel, Size XL 175mm Travel

TypeDropper

Pedals

Not Included.

Grips

Marin Single Clamp Locking

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano XT 12-Speed, SGS

Crank

FSA Gradient, Modular 1x, 32T Direct Mount Chainring, MegaTooth Technology, Mego EXO Spindle, Boost Spacing

Shifters

Shimano SLX 12-Speed, I-Spec EV

Cassette

Shimano SLX M7100 Cassette, 12-Speed, 10-51T

Chain

KMC X-12 Silver & Black

Brakes

Shimano SLX Hydraulic Disc, 203mm rotor

TypeHydraulic Disc

Brake Levers

Shimano SLX Hydraulic, I-Spec EV

Wheels
Rims

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

Spokes

14g Black Stainless Steel

Front Hub

Shimano, 110x15mm, Centerlock Disc, 32H

Rear Hub

Shimano, Microspline 148x12mm, Centerlock Disc, 32H

Tires

Front: Maxxis Minion DHF 29x2.5WT, 3C MaxxTerra, EXO+, Tubeless Compatible Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II 29x2.4WT, 3C Maxx Terra, EXO+, Tubeless Compatible

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