Bike Comparison
    MSRP
    $2,239
    $1,799
    Where to Buy
    $1

    At

    $1,799

    At Jenson USA

    Category
    TrailTrail
    4.8
    5.0
    AluminumAluminum
    Fork
    RockShox Revelation RCMarzocchi Bomber Z2
    Wheels
    AluminumAluminum
    27.5″27.5″
    Brakes
    Hydraulic DiscHydraulic Disc
    Groupset
    Deore, SLXSLX, FSA
    Drivetrain
    1 × 121 × 12
    Suspension
    HardtailHardtail
    Front Travel
    130mm140mm
    Brand Site

    marinbikes.com

    marinbikes.com

    Summary
    The Marin San Quentin 3 and Marin San Quentin 3 are both 27.5″ aluminum frame hardtail trail bikes. The San Quentin 3 has better components and a bigger fork.
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    Ride Feel

    Based on frame geometry and build specs.

    Terrain
    easyextreme
    Handling
    nimblestable
    2021 San Quentin 3
    2023 San Quentin 3
    Other Trail bikes
    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)

    26 mph

    2021 San Quentin 3

    24 mph

    2023 San Quentin 3

    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 3 6061 Aluminum, Double Butted Frame, Internal Shifter and Dropper Post Routing, External Brake, 12x148mm Thru-Axle, 73mm Threaded BB

    BB StandardBSA, 73mm, Threaded

    ColorGloss Red / Black

    All New Series 3 6061 Aluminum, Double Butted Frame, Internal Cable Routing, 12x148mm Thru-Axle, 73mm Threaded BB

    BB StandardBSA, 73mm, Threaded

    ColorGloss Red / Black

    Fork

    RockShox Revelation RC, 110x15mm Boost Spacing, Fast Black Stanchions, 130mm Travel, Bolt-On Thru-Axle, 37mm Offset

    Travel140mm

    Spring TypeAir

    Marzocchi Bomber Z2, 110x15mm Boost Spacing, 140mm Travel, Kabolt Axle

    Travel140mm

    Spring TypeAir

    Bottom Bracket

    Mega EXO 73mm BSA

    MegaExo 73mm BSA

    Headset

    FSA No 57E, Semi-Sealed Cartridge Bearings, 1 1/8" x 1 1/2”

    FSA No 57E, Semi-Sealed Cartridge Bearings, 1 1/8" x 1 1/2”

    Stem

    Marin 3D Forged Alloy, 35mm

    Marin 3D Forged Alloy, 35mm

    Handlebar

    Marin Mini-Riser, 6061 Double Butted Aluminum, 780mm Width, 28mm Rise, 5º Up, 9º Back

    Marin Mini-Riser, 6061 Double Butted Aluminum, 780mm Width, 28mm Rise, 5º Up, 9º Back

    Saddle

    Marin Speed Concept

    Marin Speed Concept

    Seatpost

    X-Fusion Manic, 1x Composite Remote, Size S 125mm Travel, All Other Sizes: 150mm Travel, 30.9mm

    TranzX YSP23JL, 1x Remote, Size S 125mm Travel, Size M 150mm, L 170mm Travel, and Size XL 200mm Travel, 30.9mm

    Pedals

    Nylon Platform

    Nylon Platform

    Grips

    Marin Single Clamp Locking

    Marin Grizzly Lock On

    Groupset
    Rear Derailleur

    Shimano Deore, 12-Speed, SGS

    Shimano SLX, 12-Speed, SGS

    Front Derailleur

    -

    -

    Crank

    FSA Comet, Modular 1x, 32T Direct Mount Chainring, MegaTooth Technology, Boost Spacing

    FSA Comet, Modular 1x, 32T Direct Mount Chainring, MegaTooth Technology, Boost Spacing

    Shifters

    Shimano Deore, 12-Speed, SL-7100R

    Shimano Deore, 12-Speed, SL-7100R

    Cassette

    Shimano, Deore 12-Speed, 10-51T

    SunRace, 12-Speed, 11-51T, ED Black

    Chain

    KMC X-12 Silver and Black

    KMC X-12 Silver and Black

    Brakes

    Hydraulic Disc

    Hydraulic Disc

    Brake Levers

    Shimano MT4100 Hydraulic Lever, I-Spec EV Compatible

    ektro Slate EVO Hydraulic, I-Spec EV Compatible

    Wheels
    Rims

    Marin Aluminum Double Wall, 29mm Inner, Sleeved Joint, Disc Specific, 32H, Tubeless Compatible

    Marin Aluminum Double Wall, Disc Specific, 29mm Inner, Sleeved Joint, 32H, Tubeless Compatible

    Front Hub

    Shimano HF-MT410B, 110x15mm, Centerlock

    Forged Alloy, 110x15mm, Sealed Cartridge Bearing, Disc, 32H

    Rear Hub

    Shimano HB-MT410B, 148x12mm, Centerlock, Microspline Freehub Body

    Forged Alloy, 148x12mm, Disc, HG Freehub Body

    Tires

    Maxxis Assegai, 27.5x2.5", 3C MAXX TERRA, EXO, Tubeless Compatible

    Vee Tire Co. Attack HPL, 27.5x2.5", Tubeless Compatible

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