2023 Marin
Rift Zone 29" Carbon 2
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension trail bike with upper mid-range components.
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Manufacturer Price
$4,379| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 125 / 130mm |
| Fork | Fox Performance Float 34 |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | SLX, FSA |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
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View Comparison5'2" – 5'7"
5'5" – 5'11"
5'9" – 6'2"
6'0" – 6'4"
Dec 2023 · Nelson
Those ready to graduate to their first full suspension or young riders who are paying their own way into the passion of the sport should consider the Rift Zone 29” 2.
Jun 2023 · Tom Marvin
A super-fun ride that benefits from sharp reactions and a playful attitude
Well-designed frame with thoughtful features
Excellent rear suspension
Decent fork
Brakes lack bite
Not the best climber
Apr 2023
The Marin Rift Zone combines killer geometry with a burly build kit at a low price. How does it ride? Read on for our Marin Rift Zone review.
Fantastic geometry
Playful and fun-loving attitude
High traction rubber
Supportive suspension
Practical and well-featured frame
Heavy for a trail bike
Sticky tyres are very draggy
Bigger riders will want to upgrade the brakes
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.
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 | 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 Blue / Carbon |
|---|---|
| Fork | Fox 34 Performance Float, 130mm Travel, 3-Position Micro Adjust Compression Adjustment, Rebound Adjustment, 110x15mm Kabolt Axle, 44mm Offset Travel: 130mm Spring Type: Air |
| Bottom Bracket | FSA MegaExo BB, 73mm BSA Threaded |
| Headset | FSA No 42/47, Sealed Cartridge Bearings, 1 1/8" x 1 1/2” |
| Stem | Marin CNC, 35mm Length, 35mm Bar Bore |
| Handlebar | Marin Trail, 35mm Clamp, 7000 Alloy Bar, 800mm Length, 20mm Rise, 5 Degree Up, 8 Degree Back |
| Saddle | Marin Trail Speed Concept Pro |
| Seatpost | X-Fusion Manic, 1x Composite Remote, Size S 125mm Travel, Size M and L 150mm Travel, Size XL 170mm Travel, 30.9mm Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | - |
| Grips | Marin Single Clamp Locking |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano SLX, 12-Speed, SGS |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | - |
| Crank | FSA Gradient, Modular 1x, 32T Direct Mount Chainring, MegaTooth Technology, MegaExo Spindle, Boost Spacing |
| Shifters | Shimano SLX 12-Speed, I-Spec EV |
| Cassette | SunRace, 12-Speed, 11-51T, ED Black |
| Chain | KMC X-12 Silver and Black |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc Type: Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | TRP DH-R EVO |
| Rims | Marin Aluminum Double Wall, 29mm Inner, Welded Joint, Disc Specific, Tubeless Compatible |
|---|---|
| Front Hub | Forged Alloy, 110x15mm, Disc, 32H |
| Rear Hub | Forged Alloy, 148x12mm,Disc, 32H, MS Freehub Body |
| Tires | Front: Maxxis Assegai 29x2.5”, 3C MaxxTerra, EXO, Tubeless Compatible Rear: Maxxis Aggressor 29x2.5”, 3C Maxx Terra, EXO, Tubeless Compatible |
Last updated April 27