gradeAfailure
Senior Retro Guru
Having spent some time riding modern FS bikes recently, I've come to the realisation that if I ride the Marin the way I now want to ride, I'll end up trashing her and that's just a waste of a nice bike, considering how original she is. Much as I'd love to keep her, right now I can only afford to have one bike, so I'm potentially looking for a swap for a modern (2008-on) hardtail with cash adjustment dependent on value.
Requirements:
2008-on
Hydraulic discs
100mm minimum front travel, air forks preferred, alloy stanchions only.
18-19"
Something like a Boardman Comp or similar spec basically.
Marin spec:
Frame: Marin Eldridge Grade 1992 19"
Fork: Marin Rockstar 750g
Headset: Ritchey Logic 1 1/8"
Stem: Marin Lite
Handlebar: Marin Lite
Grips: ODI Attack
Brakes: Shimano Deore LX
Brake Pads: Kool Stop
Brake Cables: Shimano
Cantilever cable hangers: Shimano
Brake Levers: Shimano Deore DX 2-finger
Shifters: Shimano Deore DX thumbshifters
Front Derailleur: Shimano Deore DX
Rear Derailleur: Shimano Deore DX shortcage
Derailleur Cables: Shimano
Cassette: Shimano HG 12-28
Chain: SRAM PG58
Cranks: Shimano Deore DX 175mm
Crank Bolts: Shimano
Chainrings: Shimano SG 48/38/28
Chainring bolts: Shimano
Bottom Bracket: Shimano UN73
Pedals: Shimano Deore XT platform with toeclips
Hub Skewers: Shimano
Rims: Mavic M231 32h
Hubs: Shimano Deore LX
Tyres: IRC Piranha Pro amberwall
Saddle: Selle Italia Turbo
Seatpost: Marin Lite
Seatpost Binder: Marin Lite
You'll notice a few differences in the spec list compared to the pics - the spec list is correct. After building her up, I changed the saddle, brake levers, shifters and tyres, but nothing else. The bike will receive a full stripdown, clean, degrease/regrease, new grips and cables before she goes, so will be ready to roll. The SPDs are staying with me, so she'll have her original XT platforms with clips.
I'm not looking to sell, and if nothing takes my fancy then I'll be keeping her! I will not split, and I'd rather she didn't go to anyone who will as she's almost 100% original. She's located in GU24 postcode, just outside Woking, Surrey.
Thanks.
Requirements:
2008-on
Hydraulic discs
100mm minimum front travel, air forks preferred, alloy stanchions only.
18-19"
Something like a Boardman Comp or similar spec basically.
Marin spec:
Frame: Marin Eldridge Grade 1992 19"
Fork: Marin Rockstar 750g
Headset: Ritchey Logic 1 1/8"
Stem: Marin Lite
Handlebar: Marin Lite
Grips: ODI Attack
Brakes: Shimano Deore LX
Brake Pads: Kool Stop
Brake Cables: Shimano
Cantilever cable hangers: Shimano
Brake Levers: Shimano Deore DX 2-finger
Shifters: Shimano Deore DX thumbshifters
Front Derailleur: Shimano Deore DX
Rear Derailleur: Shimano Deore DX shortcage
Derailleur Cables: Shimano
Cassette: Shimano HG 12-28
Chain: SRAM PG58
Cranks: Shimano Deore DX 175mm
Crank Bolts: Shimano
Chainrings: Shimano SG 48/38/28
Chainring bolts: Shimano
Bottom Bracket: Shimano UN73
Pedals: Shimano Deore XT platform with toeclips
Hub Skewers: Shimano
Rims: Mavic M231 32h
Hubs: Shimano Deore LX
Tyres: IRC Piranha Pro amberwall
Saddle: Selle Italia Turbo
Seatpost: Marin Lite
Seatpost Binder: Marin Lite

You'll notice a few differences in the spec list compared to the pics - the spec list is correct. After building her up, I changed the saddle, brake levers, shifters and tyres, but nothing else. The bike will receive a full stripdown, clean, degrease/regrease, new grips and cables before she goes, so will be ready to roll. The SPDs are staying with me, so she'll have her original XT platforms with clips.
I'm not looking to sell, and if nothing takes my fancy then I'll be keeping her! I will not split, and I'd rather she didn't go to anyone who will as she's almost 100% original. She's located in GU24 postcode, just outside Woking, Surrey.
Thanks.