Marin Bikes, founded in 1986 in Marin County, California, has been at the forefront of mountain biking innovation for decades, building some of the best mountain bikes in the world and supporting the worlds best and most influential riders, such as Matt Jones & Mark Matthews.
We’re stoked to welcome Marin to our range, so without any further ado, let's dive into five of the brand's standout models: the Rift Zone, Alpine Trail, Rift Zone EL and San Quentin.
Marin Rift Zone
The Rift Zone is Marin's versatile trail bike, designed to handle a variety of terrains. It features 130mm of suspension travel, striking a balance between efficiency and capability. 140mm travel forks on Rift Zone 1 and 2 models prop up the front end, while XR models get longer travel 150mm forks.
The lightweight aluminium frame ensures riders can pedal all day, making it suitable for both long climbs and thrilling descents. The biggest draw of the Rift Zone though, is its staggering value for money. Starting from well under £2000, this is a killer package for beginners, older kids, or riders on a budget!
The Rift Zone is also available in electric versions, the Rift Zone E and EL, for those seeking an extra boost.
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Available Sizes: S - XL
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Frame: Aluminium
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Wheel Size: 29"
Best Price: HERE
Marin Alpine Trail
The Alpine Trail is Marin's flagship enduro bike, designed for riders seeking speed, confidence, and stability on challenging terrains. It boasts 160mm of rear suspension travel and a 170mm front fork, providing ample cushioning for rough trails. The bike's slack head angle ensures it can tackle steep technical descents with ease, while a steep seat angle facilitates efficient climbing.
Its aluminium frame is super adjustable; it can run full 29 or mullet wheel sets and the geometry can be adjusted in multiple ways to dial it into your taste. Thanks to all that, the Alpine Trail caters to a range of riders, offering a balance between performance and affordability. Oh and did we mention it was named Pinkbike’s Value Bike of the Year?!
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Available Sizes: S - XL
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Frame: Aluminium
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Wheel Size: 27.5"/29" mixed
Best Price: HERE
Marin San Quentin
The San Quentin is Marin's aggressive hardtail, blending the DNA of trail and dirt jump bikes. It features a robust aluminium frame, slack head angle, a super low-slung top tube and short chainstays, making it ideal for technical trails and jumps.
The San Quentin is designed for riders who seek a playful yet stable ride, offering versatility across various terrains. Trail centres, bike parks, jumps in the woods or the local pump track, the San Quentin is ready for play time! Even better, with prices starting from under £1000, it’s a bargain!
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Available Sizes: S - XL
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Frame: Aluminium
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Wheel Size: 27.5" & 29"
Best Price: Here
Marin Rift Zone EL
The Rift Zone EL is Marin's latest addition to its e-bike lineup, featuring the Bosch Performance Line SX drive unit with 55Nm torque and a 400Ah CompactTube battery. Built around a Series 4 aluminium frame with 140mm of travel, the Rift Zone EL offers an adjustable headtube angle and custom-tuned suspension.
The 150mm forks and 4-piston brakes with large rotors ensure optimal control and maximum fun out on the trails. We’re huge fan’s of the Rift Zone EL; it combines low weight with the assistance of Bosch’s excellent SX motor. Simply put, it’s an absolute riot! We also can’t think of any of bike that comes to matching it for value for money!
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Available Sizes: S - XL
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Frame: Aluminium
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Wheel Size: 29"
Best Price: HERE
Marin’s latest lineup is like a buffet of two-wheeled adventure - whether you crave gnarly descents, all-day trail sessions, or an extra e-boost, there’s a ride built just for you! You can check out the full range and order yours here!