Marin Bobcat Trail 3 Complete Mountain Bike 2022
Model Info
Product Info
Get out and explore the trails less travelled one the Marin Bobcat Trail 3 Complete Mountain Bike. With a relatively slack trail inspired geo, the Bobcat Trail 3 is more than capable of handling techy rock gardens and root sections, and it does so without sacrificing pedaling efficiency. If you're looking to get into the mountain bike game for the first time, or are simply looking for a capable hardtail to go a little deeper, the Marin Bobcat Trail 3 Complete Mountain Bike is a winner.
Product Details
Frame/Shock
Series 2 Aluminum Hardtail Frame – Made from 6061 butted and hydroformed aluminum, this frame is light and durable.
Trail Geometry – All Bobcat Trail models feature Marin Trail geometry, featuring a long-ish reach, low standover, slack head tube, and steep seat tube angles, giving riders confidence and predictable handling to have a blast on the trail.
Fastback Seatstay Design – Fastback seatstays add vertical compliance without sacrificing power transfer, and feature rack mounts for extended trail adventures.
Fork
SR Suntour XCM HLO – A fantastic entry level mountain bike fork for recreational trail use.
Fork Adjustments – Preload
Drive Train
2x8 Drivetrain – A mix of Shimano, MicroShift, and Marin products keep this drivetrain inexpensive all while delivering great performance.
Brakes
Tektro M275 Hydraulic Disc Brakes – These dual piston brakes provide excellent stopping power for everyday trail use.
Wheelset
29" or 27.5" Wheels – The Bobcat Trail has a growing wheel size strategy for the best fit and performance with the choice of 27.5” or 29” platforms on the size M, 27.5” wheels on sizes XS and S, and 29” wheels on sizes L, XL, and XXL.
Additional Features
Price and Spec Subject to Change
Specs
- Biking Type: Mountain
- Used For: XC
- Gearing: 2 x 8
- Frame Material: Aluminum Alloy
- Brake Type: Hydraulic Disc
- Water Bottle Mounts: 2
- Fork: SR Suntour XCM HLO
- Stanchion Diameter (mm): 30
- Front Travel (mm): 120
- Shifters: MicroSHIFT TS39
- Front Derailleur: Altus Double
- Rear Derailleur: Shimano Altus, 8-Speed
- Crankset: Alloy Crank, Steel Chainrings, 36/22T
- Cassette: SunRace 8-Speed, 11-34T
- Chain: KMC Z51
- Bottom Bracket: 68mm BB shell
- Pedals: Nylon Platform
- Brake Levers: Tektro M275
- Brake Calipers: Tektro M275
- Rotors: Tektro M275 Hydraulic Disc 180mm Front / 160mm Rear
- Headset: FSA No.10-P
- Stem: Marin Alloy, 31.8mm Clamp, 45mm
- Saddle: Marin MTB
- Seatpost: Marin Alloy, 30.9
- Hubs: Forged Alloy, 32h
- Rims: Marin Aluminum Double Wall, 25mm Inner
- Spokes: 14g Black Stainless Steel
- Tires: MTB | 27.5 x 2.25" / 29 x 2.25"
- Warranty: 1 Year
| Size | S, 27.5" | M, 27.5" | M, 29" | L, 29" | XL, 29" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Tube (mm) | 601 | 612.5 | 619.5 | 640.8 | 657 |
| Seat Tube (mm) | 381 | 431 | 431 | 482 | 520 |
| Stack (mm) | 599.3 | 604 | 629.3 | 634 | 638.5 |
| Reach (mm) | 435 | 445 | 445 | 465 | 480 |
| Standover Height (mm) | 659.07 | 705.48 | 714.04 | 744.93 | 774.59 |
| Head Tube Angle (°) | 67.5 | 67.5 | 67 | 67 | 67 |
| Seat Tube Angle (°) | 74.5 | 74.5 | 74.5 | 74.5 | 74.5 |
| Chainstay Length (mm) | 425 | 425 | 440 | 440 | 440 |
| Bottom Bracket Height (mm) | 307 | 307 | 311.5 | 311.5 | 311.5 |
| Bottom Bracket Drop (mm) | 48 | 48 | 61 | 61 | 61 |
| Head Tube Length (mm) | 105 | 110 | 110 | 115 | 120 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1133.3 | 1145.2 | 1177.4 | 1199.3 | 1216.3 |