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Alpine Trail E1 Bosch
A 29″ / 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension enduro e-bike with upper mid-range components.
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Manufacturer Price
$5,699| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 160 / 170mm |
| Fork | Marzocchi Bomber Z1 |
| Shock | Marzocchi |
| Wheels | 29″ / 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 10 |
| Groupset | CUES |
| Motor | Bosch 600W 85Nm mid-drive |
| Battery | Bosch 750Wh |
| Brakes | TRP Slate EVO Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
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Summary
The Marin Alpine Trail is a highly capable enduro bike, praised for its aggressive geometry, robust suspension, and versatile performance across various terrains. It excels in downhill stability and climbing efficiency, thanks to its well-tuned suspension and adjustable components. While its weight and handling in tight trails are noted as drawbacks, its overall ride quality and fun factor receive high marks.
Aggressive, gravity-focused ride
Well-tuned suspension for rough terrain
Adjustable geometry for personalized setup
Good climbing efficiency
Fun and playful handling
Heavy weight affects maneuverability
Requires skill to handle in tight trails
Limited size options in some models
The Alpine Trail E should deliver exceptional riding characteristics and leave a massive grin plastered across your face.
E-Mountainbike MagazineIn the hands of more experienced riders, it’s one of the best e-mountain bikes around.
off.road.ccIf you’re looking for a solid, playful eMTB that won’t break the bank, Marin’s Alpine Trail E2, should be at the very top of your shopping list.
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Oct 2024
A Versatile Enduro Bike Built for Every Adventure
12 different geometry settings provide a tangible on-trail difference
Generous frame protection makes it exceptionally quiet
RockShox Ultimate level suspension is hard to come by at this price
Short dropper post, especially for a 160/170 mm bike
A few components (SRAM DB8 brakes, OEM wheels) do stand up to the level of abuse the rest of the bike can handle
May 2025 · Robert Johnston
The Marin Alpine Trail is a highly adaptable and solidly executed example of a hard-hitting enduro mountain bike. Read the Review
May 2024 · Cory Benson
2024 Marin Alpine Trail E enduro ebike goes big with more travel, extra battery range, adjustable geo & all-new alloy suspension redesign...
May 2024 · Alex Evans
Big battery, high-powered, slack geometry eMTB gets long travel suspension design
Powerful and frugal bosch motor
Great climbing position
Value for money
Balanced adjustable geometry morphs bike for specific needs and terrain
Sensibly specced
Chunky weight figure limits performance
A handful when the terrain tightens or you stray off line
May 2024 · Jessie-May Morgan
The Alpine Trail moves to a four-bar layout, with twelve geometry configurations to choose from.
Meaningfully adjustable geometry makes it adaptable
Very capable on its intended terrain
Steep seat tube angle feels great on steep climbs
Plenty of seat post insertion depth for long travel droppers
Small cannot mount a water bottle
On the heavier side
Poor performance of the RockShox Zeb Ultimate (at low pressure) lets the XR AXS model down
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.
| Frame | All New, Series 4 Alloy, 160mm MultiTrac Suspension LT, Adjustable Headset & CS Length/Height, Integrated Battery/Charging Port, 148mm Rear Thru-Axle Color: Gloss Red / Gloss Black |
|---|---|
| Fork | Marzocchi Z1, 170mm, 29", 110x15 Kabolt Thru Axle, 44mm Offset Travel: 170mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Marzocchi CR Coil, 205x65mm, Trunnion Upper Mount, 30xM8 Lower Hardware, Custom Tune, M Spring Rate = 450lb, L Spring Rate = 500lb, XL Spring Rate = 550lb Travel: 160mm |
| Headset | FSA Custom Headset, Adjustable HTA Design |
| 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 | TranzX, YSP39 1x Remote, 34.9 Seatpost Diameter, Travel S = 150mm, M/L = 170mm, XL = 200mm Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | - |
| Grips | Marin Grizzly Lock-On |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano CUES RD-U6000 GS, 10-Speed |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | - |
| Crank | e*thirteen e*spec Plus, 160mm Length |
| Shifters | Shimano CUES SL-U6000-10R, 10-Speed |
| Cassette | Shimano CS-LG300-10, 11-48T |
| Chain | Shimano LG500 |
| Brakes | TRP Slate EVO 4-Piston Hydraulic, 203mm Rotor, 2.3mm Thick Type: TRP Slate EVO Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | TRP Slate EVO |
| Rims | Front: Marin Aluminum Double Wall, 29" Diameter, 32mm Inner Rim Width, Pinned Joint, Disc Specific, Tubeless Compatible; Rear: Marin Aluminum Double Wall, 27.5" Diameter, 32mm Inner Rim Width, Pinned Joint, Disc Specific, Tubeless Compatible |
|---|---|
| Spokes | 14g Black Stainless Steel |
| Front Hub | Shimano FH-TC500, 110x15mm, Centerlock, 32H |
| Rear Hub | Shimano HB-TC500, 148x12mm, Centerlock, Standard Freehub Body |
| Tires | Vee Tire Co Attack HPL, E-Control Compound, Front 29x2.5", Rear 27.5x2.5" |
| Motor | Bosch Performance Line CX, 85Nm, 20MPH (US, NZ)/25 km/h (Rest of World) Top Assisted Speed |
|---|---|
| Battery | Bosch PowerTube 750 Wh |
| Display | Bosch BRC3100 Systems Controller |
First added May 25
Last updated November 30
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