2021 Marin
Rift Zone Carbon 29 1
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension trail bike with upper mid-range components.
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| MSRP | $3,799 |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Full, 125 / 130mm |
| Fork | Marzocchi Bomber Z2 |
| Shock | Fox Float DPS Performance |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | SLX, FSA |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
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Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.
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View Comparison5'2" – 5'7"
5'5" – 5'11"
5'9" – 6'2"
6'0" – 6'4"
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
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
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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.
Good angles and attitude
Spec at odds with travel
| 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 Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded Color: Gloss Carbon / Teal/red |
|---|---|
| Fork | Marzocchi Bomber Z2 29", Rail Damper with Sweep Adjustment, 130mm Travel, Kabolt Bolt-On Axle, 44mm Offset Travel: 130mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Fox Float DPS, Performance Series, EVOL Air Spring, 3 Position Compression Adjustment, Rebound Adjustment, Custom Tune, 210x50mm, M8x30mm Top, M8x25mm Bottom Travel: 125mm Spring Type: Air |
| Bottom Bracket | Mego EXO 73mm BSA |
| Headset | FSA No 42/47, Sealed Cartridge Bearings, 1 1/8" x 1 1/2” |
| Stem | Marin 3D Forged Alloy, 35mm |
| Handlebar | Marin Mini-Riser, 6061 Double Butted Aluminum, 780mm Width, 28mm Rise, 5º Up, 9º Back |
| Saddle | Marin Speed Concept |
| Seatpost | X-Fusion Manic, 1x Composite Remote, Size S 125mm Travel, Size M and L 150mm Travel, Size XL 175mm Travel, 30.9mm Type: Dropper |
| Grips | Marin Single Clamp Locking |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano SLX SGS, Direct Attachment, 12-Speed |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | - |
| Crank | FSA GRID, Modular 1x, 32T Direct Mount Chainring, MegaTooth Technology, Mego EXO Spindle, Boost Spacing |
| Shifters | Shimano SLX, 12-Speed, SL-7100R |
| Cassette | SunRace, 12-Speed, 11-51T, ED Black |
| Chain | KMC X-12 Silver and Black |
| Brakes | Shimano MT420, 4-Piston Hydraulic Disc Brake, 203mm Rotor Type: Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano MT4100 Hydraulic Lever, I-Spec EV Compatible |
| Rims | Marin Aluminum Double Wall, 29mm Inner, Sleeved Joint, Disc Specific, Tubeless Compatible |
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| Spokes | 14g Black Stainless Steel |
| Front Hub | Forged Alloy, 110x15mm, 32H |
| Rear Hub | Forged Alloy, 148x12mm, Quad Sealed Bearings, 32H, Standard Freehub Body |
| Tires | Front: Maxxis Minion DHF 29x2.5", 3C MaxxTerra, EXO+, Tubeless Compatible Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II 29x2.4", 3C Maxx Terra, EXO+, Tubeless Compatible |
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