2021 Marin
Rift Zone 26
A 26″ aluminum frame full suspension trail bike with upper mid-range components.
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Manufacturer Price
$1,769| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 120 / 120mm |
| Fork | X-Fusion VELVET |
| Wheels | 26″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | Deore |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
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Nov 2022 · Tyler Benedict
The new Marin "Rifty" gets a sweet new alloy frame, more travel, and a consistent spec and geometry across all wheel sizes to fit any rider.
Nov 2022 · Dario DiGiulio
The Marin Rift Zone occupies a very unique spot in the bike market, as a short travel frame meant to attack relatively serious terrain.
Fun and unusual synthesis of parts and geo
Great build kit
Adaptable frame platform
Mix of progressive and dated geometry
Heavy and sticky for a short travel bike
Oct 2022 · Antony de Heveningham
The Marin Rift Zone XR - XR stands for eXtra Rad - bumps the front travel up to 140mm, adds a coil shock and beefs up the build.
Dec 2021 · Jeremy Benson
The Marin Rift Zone 29 2 is an affordable short travel trail bike that would make an excellent daily driver. This aluminum-framed 29er has 125mm of...
Reasonable price
Modern trail riding geometry
Nice component spec for the price
Versatile on-trail performance
A little heavy
Underpowered brakes
A little sluggish on the climbs due to weight
Nov 2021 · Alex Evans
Highly-capable and upgradable chassis that inspires confidence on the descents
Highly capable on the downhills, thanks to spot-on geometry
Great suspension and shock tune with plenty of support and pop
Good mix of drivetrain components
Lack of a dropper post is frustrating
Tyres need upgrading to unlock more performance
In the longer term, I’d replace the flexy fork, too
May 2021 · Sarah Moore
The Rift Zone is more aggressive than an XC bike, but its roots are cross-country.
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.
Unbeatable value
Smart spec
Forgiving but familiar geometry
Supportive suspension
Oddly shaped brake levers
Shimano chain and crank would have been nice
Jan 2021 · Sspomer
Reviews, ratings, specifications, weight, price and more for the 2020 Marin Rift Zone 2 Bike
| Frame | Series 3 6061 Aluminum Frame, 26" Wheels, 120mm Travel, MultiTrac Suspension Platform, 135mm Open Dropout (Upgradeable to 142x12mm Thru-Axle), 73mm Threaded BB BB Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded Color: Gloss Cyan / Black |
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| Fork | X-Fusion Velvet RLC 26", 120mm Travel, Compression and Rebound Adjustment, 100x15mm Thru-Axle Travel: 120mm |
| 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, 35mm |
| Handlebar | Marin Mini-Riser, 6061 Double Butted Aluminum, 15mm Rise, 720mm Width, 4º Up, 9º Back |
| Saddle | Marin Speed Concept |
| Seatpost | Marin Alloy, 30.9mm Type: Rigid |
| Grips | Marin Dual Density |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore, 11 Speed, SGS |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | - |
| Crank | Marin Forged Alloy, Integrated Steel 32T Narrow Wide Chainring, Boost Spacing, 170mm Length |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore, 11-Speed, SL-5100R |
| Cassette | SunRace, 11-Speed, 11-51T, ED Black |
| Chain | KMC X-11 Silver and Black |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc Type: Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano BL-MT201 Hydraulic |
| Rims | Marin, Double Wall Alloy, 27mm Inner, Pinned Joint, Disc Specific, Tubeless Compatible |
|---|---|
| Front Hub | Forged Alloy, 100x15mm, 32H |
| Rear Hub | Forged Alloy, 135mm, Quad Sealed Bearings, 32H |
| Tires | Vee Tire Co, Flow Snap 26x2.4", Tackee Compound, Wire Bead |
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