Bike Comparison
    MSRP
    $519
    $629
    Where to Buy
    $1

    At

    $1

    At

    Category
    CommuterCommuter
    3.8
    5.0
    AluminumAluminum
    Fork
    Suntour NEXSuntour NEX
    Wheels
    AluminumAluminum
    Wheel Size
    700c700c
    Brakes
    Mechanical DiscHydraulic Disc
    Groupset
    TourneyAltus, Tourney
    Drivetrain
    3 × 73 × 8
    Suspension
    HardtailHardtail
    Front Travel
    63mm63mm
    Brand Site

    marinbikes.com

    marinbikes.com

    Summary
    The Marin San Rafael DS1 and Marin San Rafael DS2 are both 700c aluminum frame commuter bikes. The San Rafael DS1 has better components.
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    Gear Range

    A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

    Lowest gear

    (climbing)

    38 mph

    San Rafael DS1

    38 mph

    San Rafael DS2

    Highest gear

    (descending)

    Spec Level

    Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.

    Geometry
    Specs
    Frame

    Series 2 Dual Sport, 6061 Aluminum, 700C Wheels, Disc Brake

    Series 2 Dual Sport, 6061 Aluminum, 700C Wheels, Disc Brake

    Fork

    SR Suntour NEX, 63mm Travel, Preload Adjustment

    Travel63mm

    Spring TypeCoil

    SR Suntour NEX Disc HLO, 63mm Travel, Hydraulic Lockout, Preload Adjustment

    Travel63mm

    Spring TypeCoil

    Bottom Bracket

    Sealed Cartridge Bearings, Square Taper

    Sealed Cartridge Bearings, Square Taper

    Headset

    FSA No.10-P

    FSA No.10-P

    Stem

    Marin Alloy

    Marin Alloy

    Handlebar

    Marin Alloy Riser

    Marin Alloy Riser

    Saddle

    Marin Fitness Plush

    Marin Fitness Plush

    Seatpost

    Marin Alloy, 27.2mm

    Marin Alloy, 27.2mm

    Pedals

    Dual Sport Platform

    Dual Sport Platform

    Grips

    Dual Density Ergonomic

    Marin Ergonomic Locking

    Groupset
    Rear Derailleur

    Shimano Tourney, 7-Speed

    Shimano Altus 8-Speed

    Front Derailleur

    Shimano TY510

    Shimano FD-TY710

    Crank

    Forged aluminum, 48/38/28T, Ring Guard

    Forged aluminum, 48/38/28T, Ring Guard

    Shifters

    Shimano EF41 Shifter/Brake Lever Combo, 3x7-Speed

    Shimano EF505 3x8-Speed

    Cassette

    SunRace 7-Speed, 11-34T

    SunRace 8-Speed, 11-32T

    Chain

    KMC Z50

    KMC Z7

    Brakes

    Tektro MD280 Mechanical Disc, 160mm Rotor

    Shimano BR-M200 Hydraulic Disc, 160mm Rotor

    Brake Levers

    Shimano w/ Integrated Shifters

    Shimano EF-505 Hydraulic

    Wheels
    Rims

    Marin Aluminum Double Wall

    Marin Aluminum Double Wall, Disc Specific

    Spokes

    14g Stainless Steel

    14g Black Stainless Steel

    Front Hub

    Forged Aluminum Alloy, 32H

    Forged Aluminum Alloy, Centerlock Disc, 32H

    Rear Hub

    Forged Aluminum Alloy, 32H

    Forged Aluminum Alloy, Centerlock Disc, 32H

    Tires

    Kenda Kahn, 700Cx40

    Vee Tire, Rail, 700x40, Wire Bead

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