Marin San Rafael 2008 Technical specs and features

Brand Marin
Model San Rafael
First production 2008
Bike category Road
Bike sub-category Road Sport
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Parts And Accessories Marin San Rafael Parts   
Available Sizes - 15 (inches) / 38.1 (cm)
- 15 (inches)
- 17 (inches) / 43.18 (cm)
- 17 (inches)
- 19 (inches) / 48.26 (cm)
- 19 (inches)
- 20.5 (inches) / 52.07 (cm)
- 20.5 (inches)
- 22 (inches) / 55.88 (cm)
- 22 (inches)


Wheels And Breaking System

Bike front tire700 X 35c Kenda Kwest
Bike rear tireNot Available
Bike wheel size700c Wheels
Brakeset type Shimano EF-50 Levers
Forged Alloy Linear Pull Brakes
Hubs for disc brakes Rear: Shimano RM30
Front: Alloy Double Sealed
Rims manufacturer 36-hole
WTB DX23
Spoke nipples typeNot Available
Spoke wheel 14ga.
WTB Stainless Steel

Frame and Body Specifications

Frame materials6061 aluminum c
Frame typeTIG-welded
Handlebar constructionDouble Butted 6061 Alloy
Handlebar extenderOptional
Handlebar stem detailsAlloy Adjustable
Headset size1 1/8 (inches) FSA TH-888

Gearing Specs

Bicycle chainShimano HG40
Bottom bracket shell widthNot Available
Bottom bracket typeSealed Cartridge
Crankset parts and sizes 28/38/48 Teeth
Suntour NCX410
Gear shift leversShimano EF-50 EZ Fire Integrated
Rear gear set 11 - 32 Teeth
8-speed

Marin San Rafael Fork System Data

Derailleur (Front)Shimano C-100
Derailleur (Rear)Shimano Alivio
Fork materialSingle
Fork type 63 (millimeters) Travel
Spinner Odesa LX

Other Specs of Marin San Rafael

Component group setsShimano Mix
Available colors - Gloss Granite
Weight Not Available
Pedals detailsComposite
Rear shock absorberNot Available
Saddle seatWTB Comfort V
Seat post extension 27.2 (millimeters) Diameter
Suspension


Marin San Rafael bike review

Marin produced the San Rafael bike in 2008 and can be classified as a Road bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $505.00.
San Rafael bike is available in many sizes such as 15 (inches), 17 (inches), 19 (inches), 20.5 (inches) and 22 (inches).
Marin Road San Rafael can be found in a few colors, among these colors Gloss Granite .
This bike is equiped with 700 x 35c Kenda Kwest tires and WTB stainless steel spoke wheel while the rims are manufactured by WTB DX23, 36-hole. Marin equiped this exact model with Forged Alloy Linear Pull brakes, Shimano EF-50 levers braking system and Front: Alloy Double Sealed, Rear: Shimano RM30 hubs.
To guarantee the comfiest ride Marin used 6061 aluminum material for the frame. Double Butted 6061 Alloy high strength material is used on the handlebar of this San Rafael to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of Alloy Adjustable.
For the smoothest biking experience Suntour NCX410, 28/38/48 teeth is used on this bicycle linked to Shimano HG40 chain that is easily replaceable as stated by Marin, the whole system is connected to a high reliability Shimano EF-50 EZ Fire Integrated gear shift levers.