Rift Zone 29" Carbon 2

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- Original price
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£3,845.00 - Sale: Price: £3080*
- Suspension: Fox Performance 34 Float / Fox Float with Reservoir
- Wheel Size: 29"
- Size Range: S, M, L, XL
Size Rider height range XS 5'1" to 5'4 S 5'3" to 5'6" M 5'7" to 5'10" L 5'10" to 6'1" XL 6'1" to 6'4" - Manufacturer’s suggested retail price may not include additional shipping or preparation charges. Please contact your local Marin dealer for a quote.
- Fox Performance 34 Float/Float Float w/reservoir suspension
- TRP DH-R Evo 4-piston brakes
- FSA Gradient crankset
FAST PACED, EPIC RIDES
PUSHING THE ENVELOPE UP AND DOWN THE TRAIL
CHASING PERSONAL RECORDS
The Rift Zone is our most speed oriented MultiTrac bike, created for the rider looking for the speed and roll over capabilities of 29” wheels in a trail capable package. Long, low, and slack trail geometry is more aggressive than an XC race bike for more control at top speed, and more fun while chasing seconds.
Specifications
Frame
Unidirectional Carbon Fiber Front Triangle, Series 4 Alloy Rear End, 29” Wheels, 125mm Travel, MultiTrac Suspension Platform, 148x12mm Boost Thru-Axle, 73mm Threaded BB w/ ISCG05 Tabs
Front Suspension
Fox 34 Performance Float, 130mm Travel, 3-Position Micro Adjust Compression Adjustment, Rebound Adjustment, 110x15mm Kabolt Axle, 44mm Offset
Rear Suspension
Fox Float X, Performance Series, EVOL Air Spring, Climb Switch, Rebound Adjustment, Custom Tune, 210x50mm, M8x30mm Top, M8x25mm Bottom
Rims
Marin Aluminum Double Wall, 29mm Inner, Welded Joint, Disc Specific, Tubeless Compatible
Hub, Rear
Forged Alloy, 148x12mm,Disc, 32H, MS Freehub Body
Hub, Front
Forged Alloy, 110x15mm, Disc, 32H
Spoke, Nipples
14g Black Stainless Steel
Tires
Front: Maxxis Assegai 29x2.5”, 3C MaxxTerra, EXO, Tubeless Compatible Rear: Maxxis Aggressor 29x2.5”, 3C Maxx Terra, EXO, Tubeless Compatible
Derailleur, Rear
Shimano SLX, 12-Speed, SGS
Derailleur, Front
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Shift Lever
Shimano SLX 12-Speed, I-Spec EV
Crankset
FSA Gradient, Modular 1x, 32T Direct Mount Chainring, MegaTooth Technology, MegaExo Spindle, Boost Spacing
Bottom Bracket
FSA MegaExo BB, 73mm BSA Threaded
Chain
KMC X-12 Silver and Black
Cassette
SunRace, 12-Speed, 11-51T, ED Black
Brake, Front
TRP DH-R EVO, 4-Piston Hydraulic Disc, 203mm Rotor
Brake, Rear
TRP DH-R EVO, 4-Piston Hydraulic Disc, 180mm Rotor
Brake Levers
TRP DH-R EVO
Handlebar
Marin Trail, 35mm Clamp, 7000 Alloy Bar, 800mm Length, 20mm Rise, 5 Degree Up, 8 Degree Back
Stem
Marin CNC, 35mm Length, 35mm Bar Bore
Grips
Marin Single Clamp Locking
Headset
FSA No 42/47, Sealed Cartridge Bearings, 1 1/8" x 1 1/2”
Seatpost
X-Fusion Manic, 1x Composite Remote, Size S 125mm Travel, Size M and L 150mm Travel, Size XL 170mm Travel, 30.9mm
Saddle
Marin Trail Speed Concept Pro
Pedals
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Extras
Bolt-On Thru-Axle
Specifications, pricing, and availability are subject to change without notice.
Geometry

S | M | L | XL | |
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Stack | 602.6 | 607.15 | 611.7 | 616.25 |
Reach | 430 | 455 | 480 | 515 |
Headtube Angle | 65.5° | 65.5° | 65.5° | 65.5° |
Headtube Length | 100 | 105 | 110 | 115 |
Seattube Angle | 76° | 76° | 76° | 76° |
Seattube Length | 390 | 400 | 425 | 430 |
Toptube Effective | 580.24 | 606.36 | 632.51 | 668.65 |
BB Height | 344 | 344 | 344 | 344 |
BB Drop | 34 | 34 | 34 | 34 |
Chainstay | 425 | 425 | 425 | 425 |
Wheelbase | 1158.92 | 1186 | 1213 | 1252 |
Standover Height | 643 | 650 | 659 | 662 |
Fork Offset | 44 | 44 | 44 | 44 |
Seatpost Diameter | 30.9 | 30.9 | 30.9 | 30.9 |
Handlebar Width | 780 | 780 | 780 | 780 |
Stem Length | 35 | 35 | 35 | 35 |
Crank Length | 170 | 175 | 175 | 175 |
All lengths in millimeters
Technology

SERIES 3 ALUMINUMIM FRAME
Rift Zone alloy models feature Series 3 aluminum frames, with detailed forgings, highly manipulated tubes, and full internal cable routing with new braze-in ports, giving the rider a high feature and high-performing upgrade-worthy platform.

MULTITRAC SUSPENSION TECHNOLOGY
MultiTrac is an acclaimed suspension system, fine-tuned to have a balanced ride capable of absorbing big hits with an efficient pedaling platform. The rocker link provides a progressive leverage ratio for the rear shock for small bump sensitivity and the feeling of a long travel system on large drops and rocks. 130mm rear travel on all Rift Zone models.

MODERN TRAIL GEOMETRY
Trail geometry with 430mm chainstays, low bottom bracket, long top tube, and a slack 65.5° head angle make for a playful yet confidence-inspiring bike.

INTERNAL ROUTING
Rift Zone Alloy models sport full internal cable/hose routing in the front triangle, and all-new brazed-in cable ports, providing a clean and rattle free cable set up.

CHAINSTAY/SEATSTAY PROTECTORS & UDH ON ALLOY MODELS
Rift Zone models have enhanced chainstay and seat stay protectors for a quiet ride, and utilize SRAM's Universal Derailleur Hanger (UDH) to help future-proof the frame as well as allow for T-type drivetrains.

ENHANCED CHAINSTAY/SEATSTAY PROTECTION
Rift Zone models have prominent chainstay and seat stay protectors for a quiet ride that also protects the paint finish.
Suspension Setup
REAR SHOCK SETUP
Recommended Sag = 30%/15mm
Step 1: Set correct pressure in rear shock.
Step 2: Sit on the bike and cycle the suspension (*with correct riding gear).
Step 3: Reset O-ring and sit on the bike, DO NOT BOUNCE, carefully step off.
Step 4: Measure sag (from o-ring to seal of shock), If it does not match the bike’s recommended sag in millimeters repeat process.
Step 5: Adjust rebound setting to ensure proper control.
FORK SETUP
Marin recommends that all bikes front and rear suspension feel balanced
Step 1: After rear sag is set follow the recommended pressure from the fork manufacture.
Step 2: Bounce evenly up and down on the bike, cycling the suspension up and down to make sure both front and rear suspension feel balanced, if the front does not match the rear add or release pressure.
Step 3: Once the bike feels balanced adjust the rebound damping to ensure proper control.
Fox Float with Reservoir
LBS | KG | PSI |
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120 | 54 | 125 |
130 | 59 | 132 |
140 | 64 | 140 |
150 | 68 | 150 |
160 | 73 | 160 |
170 | 77 | 170 |
180 | 82 | 180 |
190 | 86 | 192 |
200 | 91 | 210 |
210 | 95 | 220 |
220 | 100 | 230 |
230 | 104 | 250 |
240 | 109 | 260 |
250 | 113 | 280 |
260 | 118 | 300 |
270 | 122 | 310 |
Reviews
The Rift Zone Carbon 2 is a solid daily driver, especially if you’re trying to stretch dollars. Marin chose parts that get the job done and keep the ride fun without drifting into dentist-bike territory. The build isn’t fussy or high-maintenance, but durable and ready to work. It manages to be both practical and fun at the same time. The down-country style takes the best elements from XC race bikes and big travel all-mountain bikes in a way that fits the way (and the places) many of us ride most of the time.