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Rift Zone XR
A 29″ aluminum frame full suspension trail bike with high-end components.
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$3,699| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 130 / 150mm |
| Fork | RockShox Lyrik Select+ |
| Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | GX Eagle |
| Brakes | SRAM DB8 Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.
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View Comparison5'4" – 5'8"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'10" – 6'1"
6'0" – 6'4"
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Oct 2024 · Robert Johnston
Marin’s Rift Zone EL is a fun bike for sure, perfect for partying in the woods with a little helping hand back up the hill.
Aug 2024
Is this the best affordable mountain bike?
Mar 2024 · Jeff Barber
The Marin Rift Zone XR is an aluminum trail bike with a quality build that includes a SRAM GX Eagle Transmission drivetrain.
Great parts spec for the money
Frame finish is hotness
Tough and dependable frame
Heavy
Not very playful
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.
Jul 2023 · Dario DiGiulio
The Marin Rift Zone is the most expensive bike in the Value Field Test, but does it take the top spot?
Punches well above its travel bracket
Solid frame that should withstand the fun you're going to have
Good components with no immediate upgrades needed
Active suspension feel biases towards descending
Dual Assegai tires rob some speed on the climbs
Cable routing may prove tricky for at-home mechanics down the line
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.
| Frame | Series 3 6061 Aluminum Frame, 29” Wheels, 130mm Travel, MultiTrac Suspension Platform, 148x12mm Boost Thru-Axle, 73mm Threaded BB w/ ISCG05 Tabs BB Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded Color: Black / Grey |
|---|---|
| Fork | Rock Shox Lyrik Select +, 150mm Travel, 29" wheels, 110x15 Maxle Stealth, 42mm Offset Travel: 150mm |
| Shock | Rock Shox Super Deluxe Select +, 210x55mm, 25xM8 Hardware, Custom Tune Travel: 130mm |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB MTB 73 |
| 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 Trail Bar, 35mm Clamp, 7000 Alloy Bar, 800mm Length, 20mm Rise, 5º Up, 8º Back |
| Saddle | Marin Speed Concept |
| Seatpost | TranzX, YSP23JL, 1x Remote, Size S 150mm Travel, Size M and L 170mm Travel, Size XL 200mm Travel, 30.9mm Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | - |
| Grips | Marin Grizzly Lock-On |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM GX Eagle Lunar |
|---|---|
| Crank | SRAM GX Eagle, 32T, 55MM CL, 170MM Length |
| Shifters | SRAM GX Eagle Lunar MMX Mount |
| Cassette | SRAM XG 1275 Eagle Cassette 10-52T |
| Chain | SRAM NX Eagle |
| Brakes | SRAM DB8 4-Piston Hydraulic Disc Brakes, HSC 200mm Rotor Type: SRAM DB8 Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | SRAM DB8 Stealth |
| Rims | Marin Aluminum Double Wall, 29mm Inner, Sleeved Joint, Disc Specific, 32H, Tubeless Compatible |
|---|---|
| Spokes | 14g Black Stainless Steel |
| Front Hub | Formula, DC-711, 110x15mm, 6-Bolt Disc, 32h |
| Rear Hub | Formula, DCL-3482, 148x12, 4 Sealed Bearings, 6-Bolt Disc, XD Driver, 32H |
| Tires | Maxxis Assegai, 29x2.5", MAXX TERAA, EXO, Tubeless Compatible |
First added August 17
Last updated May 19