HARDTAIL TRAIL RIDING
AGGRESSIVE SINGLETRACK
The Bobcat Trail is a capable mountain bike with modern trail geometry build for exploring singletrack trail systems. Best-in-class frames and solid, serviceable spec make the Bobcat Trail a solid choice for the recreational rider looking to step up to modern geo and step deeper into mountain biking, and for the experienced rider in search of an update that doesn’t break the bank.
Key upgrades over the Bobcat Trail 3:
- Shimano Altus 2x9 drivetrain
- SR/Suntour XCM HLO DS fork
SPECIFICATIONS
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FRAME
Series 2 6061 Aluminum, 27.5" or 29” Wheels, Low Standover, 68mm BB shell, 135mm Forged Dropouts, IS Chainstay Disc Mount, Internal Housing & Dropper Post Routing
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FRONT SUSPENSION
SR Suntour XCM HLO-DS, 120mm Travel, Hydraulic Lockout, 46mm Offset
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RIMS
Marin Aluminum Double Wall, 25mm Inner, Pinned Joint, Disc Specific
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HUB, REAR
Forged Alloy, 32H
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HUB, FRONT
Forged Alloy, 32H
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SPOKE, NIPPLES
14g Black Stainless Steel
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TIRES
WTB Trail Boss Comp, 27.5/29x2.25, Wire Bead
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DERAILLEUR, REAR
Shimano Altus, 9-Speed, Shadow Design
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DERAILLEUR, FRONT
Shimano Altus Double
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SHIFT LEVER
Shimano Altus 2x9
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CRANKSET
Alloy Crank, Steel Chainrings, 36/22T
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BOTTOM BRACKET
Sealed Cartridge Bearings, Square Taper
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CHAIN
KMC X9
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CASSETTE
SunRace 9-Speed, 11-36T
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BRAKE, FRONT
Tektro HD-M275 Hydraulic Disc, 160mm Rotor
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BRAKE, REAR
Tektro HD-M275 Hydraulic Disc, 160mm Rotor
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BRAKE LEVERS
Tektro M275 Hydraulic Disc
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HANDLEBAR
Marin 31.8 Riser, 12mm Rise, 780mm Width
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STEM
Marin Alloy, 31.8mm Clamp, 45mm
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GRIPS
Marin MTB, Closed End
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HEADSET
FSA No.10-P
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SEATPOST
Marin Alloy, 30.9
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SADDLE
Marin MTB
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PEDALS
Nylon Platform
TECHNOLOGY
SERIES 2 ALUMINUM FRAME
The Bobcat Trail has a Series 2 6061 butted and hydroformed aluminum frame with a 120mm travel suspension fork and 27.5” or 29” wheels depending on size and preference.
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.
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.