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Alpine Trail E2
A 29″ / 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension enduro e-bike with upper mid-range components.
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Manufacturer Price
$6,299| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 150 / 160mm |
| Fork | Fox Performance Elite Float 38 |
| Shock | Fox DHX2 Performance Elite |
| Wheels | 29″ / 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | XT, SLX |
| Motor | Shimano 250W 85Nm mid-drive |
| Battery | 630Wh |
| Brakes | Shimano SLX Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
5'2" – 5'7"
5'5" – 5'11"
5'9" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'4"
Summary
The Marin Alpine series is celebrated for its affordability, versatility, and performance in the enduro category, offering a range of models that cater to various riding styles and terrains. Its suspension, particularly the EWS-winning MultiTrack design, is frequently praised for its ability to handle technical descents and climbs with ease. The bikes are noted for their solid construction, playful geometry, and the inclusion of high-quality components like Shimano drivetrains and FOX suspension, making them a favorite among riders looking for value without compromising on performance.
Affordable for its category
Versatile sizing suitable for a wide range of riders
EWS-winning MultiTrack suspension design
Solid platform for future upgrades
Capable of handling technical and steep terrains
Coil spring may not suit lighter riders
House-brand alloy rims may need upgrading
Super short 35mm stem length with very wide 780mm alloy riser bar may not suit all riders
It’s a well-equipped 150mm travel mullet ripper that’s on the affordable end of the catalog.
BikerumorMarin’s managed to strike the perfect balance between compliance and resistance, hitting the sweet-spot of ebike suspension on its first attempt – and that’s quite some praise.
BikeRadarThe Alpine Trail E1 was well suited for proper winter riding.
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Jan 2024 · Knut Nes
We picked up the Marin Alpine Trail E1 towards the end of 2023. But thanks to both covid and snow, we barely got to ride it on bare trails. Consequently, most of the testing was done on snow. And it turned out the Alpine Trail E1 was well suited...
Aug 2023 · Ben Haworth
The Marin Alpine Trail E1 has a 160mm travel X-Fusion Trace 36 RC air-sprung fork up front and a RockShox Super Deluxe R coil sprung rear.
Aug 2023
Marin’s Alpine Trail E platform has been around for a little while now but its base-level model is the new kid on the block. It brings the performance of its higher-end stable mates to a more accessible price point. The result is a very wisely specced e-MTB that does everything it can to please riders who are after an aggressive, gravity-focussed ride. In the hands of more experienced riders, it’s one of the best e-mountain bikes around but its ride isn’t terribly welcoming to newbies.
Dec 2022
Price: $6299.00 | Model Year: 2022 | An all mountain enduro electric bike with long travel Fox 160mm front and 150mm rear suspension. Setup as a mullet with 29
An all mountain enduro electric bike with long travel Fox 160mm front and 150mm rear suspension. Setup as a mullet with 29" front wheel and 27.5" rear wheel. Available in four frame sizes to offer improved fit.
Shimano Deore XT 12-speed drivetrain with wide 10-51 tooth cassette. Shimano SLX hydraulic disc brakes with large 203mm rotors, quad piston front caliper, tool free adjustable reach levers for easy adjustment on the trail.
Purpose built frame with downtube integrated battery pack. Shimano EP8 high torque motor is compact and lightweight, but still responsive and powerful. It offers 120+ RPM pedal support and up to 85 newton meters of torque.
Battery pack requires a 4mm hex wrench for removal vs. a security key. Charge port interface is low on the frame and difficult to plug in. Power button and display navigation button are separate from control pad. The bike is only available in one color.
Jan 2022 · Tyler Benedict
The Marin Alpine Trail e-mountain bikes offer killer performance for the price, an upgrade-worthy frame, and generous rider fits.
Jun 2021
Equipped with on-trend geometry and a very attractive price tag, the Marin Alpine Trail 7 might just be one of the best value enduro bikes on the market. So how does it perform on the trail? And what compromises have been made to get it down to this price point? Read on for our Marin Alpine Trail review.
Extraordinarily capable bike for the money
Totally solid & quiet on rough trails
Loves to corner aggressively and descend like a hooligan
Top-notch suspension that's easy to setup
Tyres offer fantastic all-condition grip
Powerful brakes with big rotors & metal pads
Rear wheel de-tensioned during first ride
Pivot hardware came loose
Not the lightest bike around
Dropper post lever is a bit wiggly & cheap
Apr 2021 · McCoy
Test riders queued up early to ride the Marin, not only for the newness of the bike itself but also because it was the first test bike that was equipped with the new Shimano EP8 motor.
Apr 2021 · Sspomer
When price, performance and Marin’s dealer network are considered, we'd definitely buy this bike.
Price
Confidence at speed
Playful nature
No-frills design
Geometry
Coil shock
Dealer support
| Frame | All New Series 4 Alloy Frame, 150mm Multitrac suspension, Integrated Battery/On-switch/Charging Port, 148mm Rear Thru-Axle, Built-in Rear Speed Sensor BB Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded Color: Grey / Black |
|---|---|
| Fork | Fox 38 Performance Elite, 160mm travel, 29", 110x15mm Boost Kabolt Thru-Axle, 44mm Offset, Integrated Fox Fender Travel: 160mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Fox Float DHX2, Performance Elite, Low Speed Compression and Rebound Adjustment, 205x65mm, Trunnion Upper Mount, 25mmxM8 Lower Mount, S/M Spring = 350lb, L/XL Spring = 450lb Travel: 150mm Spring Type: Coil |
| Bottom Bracket | BSA, 73mm, threaded |
| Headset | FSA No 57, Sealed Cartridge Bearings, 1 1/8" x 1 1/2” |
| Stem | Marin CNC Stem, 35mm Length, 35mm Bar Bore |
| Handlebar | Marin 35mm 7000 Alloy Bar, 780mm Length, 5 Degree Up, 8 Degree Back |
| Saddle | Marin eMTB Saddle |
| Seatpost | X-Fusion Manic, Size S 125mm Travel, Size M and L 150mm Travel, Size XL 170mm Travel, 30.9mm Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | Marin MTB Plastic |
| Grips | Marin Single Clamp Locking |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT 8100 12-Speed, SGS |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | - |
| Crank | e13 e*Spec Plus Crank, 165mm Length with e13 e*Spec DM Chainring 38T, e13 Plus Chainguide, Aluminum Plate |
| Shifters | Shimano SLX 7100 12-Speed, I-Spec EV |
| Cassette | Shimano SLX M7100, 12-Speed, 10-51T |
| Chain | KMC E12S, EBike Specific Chain |
| Brakes | Shimano SLX 4-Piston Hydraulic Disc, 203mm Rotor Type: Shimano SLX Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano SLX Levers, I-Spec EV |
| Rims | Front: Marin Aluminum Double Wall, 29" Diameter, 32mm Inner Rim Width; Rear: Marin Aluminum Double Wall, 27.5" Diameter, 38mm Inner Rim Width; Pinned Joint, Disc Specific, Tubeless Compatible |
|---|---|
| Spokes | 14g Black Stainless Steel |
| Front Hub | Shimano MT-410B, 110x15mm, Centerlock Disc, 32H |
| Rear Hub | Shimano HB-MT510B, 148x12mm, Centerlock, Microspline Freehub Body |
| Tires | Front: Vee Tire Co Attack HPL, 29x2.5", Top 40 Tubeless Compatible, Rear: Vee Tire Co Crown Gem, 27.5x2.8”, TACKEE Compound, Tubeless Compatible |
| Motor | Shimano Steps EP8 Drive Unit, 250W, 85Nm |
|---|---|
| Battery | BT-8036, Internal 630Wh |
| Display | SC-E8000 Display |
First added June 8
Last updated June 7
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