2019 Bicycling Magazine Editor's Choice Winner

For 2020 the Rift Zone has been refined so that it represents the most modern 29” short travel trail bike possible. Marin took all the best attributes of the Rift Zone— MultiTrac suspension and the speed and confidence of 29” wheels — and gave it a full platform update to create the best Rift Zone yet, now offered with a carbon or aluminum front triangle. Rear wheel travel has been increased to 125mm, and updated geometry takes full advantage of the short fork offset for best-in-class handling, both in and out of the saddle. The Rift Zone is ready to make you smile from ear to ear, and best all your friends on every ride.

PERFECT FOR

- FAST PACED, EPIC RIDES -

- PUSHING THE ENVELOPE UP AND DOWN THE TRAIL -

- CHASING PERSONAL RECORDS -

TECHNOLOGY

SERIES 3 ALUMINUM FRAME

The Rift Zone has a Series 3 6061 butted and hydroformed aluminum frame with 120mm travel MultiTrac suspension technology and fast rolling 29” wheels.

29” WHEELS

29” wheels are the choice for fast trail riding and endurance-level efforts for their excellent rollover abilities and large contact patch.

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.

INTERNAL ROUTING

Rift Zone models are compatible with internally routed dropper posts, with internal rear derailleur routing for a clean look and snag free ride.

SPECS

Frame	Series 3 6061 Aluminum Frame, 29” Wheels, 125mm Travel, MultiTrac Suspension Platform, 148x12mm Boost Thru-Axle, 73mm Threaded BB w/ ISCG05 Tabs
Front Suspension	RockShox Recon RL 29"", 130mm Travel, Solo Air, Compression and Rebound Adjustment, Alloy Tapered Steerer, Fast Black Uppers, 110x15mm Boost Spacing, Maxle Stealth, 42mm Offset
Rear Suspension	RockShox Deluxe Select R, Debonair Air Sleeve, Rebound Adjustment, Custom Tune, 210x50mm, 22.2mm x M8 Hardware
Rim	Marin, Double Wall Alloy, 29mm Inner, Pinned Joint, Disc Specific, 32H, Tubeless Compatible
Hub Rear	Forged Alloy, 148x12mm, Quad Sealed Bearings, Centerlock Disc, 32H, Standard Feehub Body
Hub Front	Forged Alloy, 110x15mm, Centerlock Disc, 32H
Spokes	14g Black Stainless Steel
Tires	Vee Tire Co, Flow Snap, 29x2.35, Tackee Compound, 72 TPI, Tubeless Compatible
Derailleur Rear	SRAM SX 12-Speed Long Cage
Derailleur Front	-
Shift Lever	SRAM SX 12-Speed
Crankset	Sram SX Eagle, 32T Direct Mount Narrow Wide Steel Chainring
Bottom Bracket	Sram Powerspline, 73mm BSA
Chain	Sram SX Eagle
Cassette	Sram PG-1210 Eagle 11-50T
Brakes Front	Shimano BR-MT201 Hydraulic Disc, 180mm Rotor
Brakes Rear	Shimano BR-MT201 Hydraulic Disc, 180mm Rotor
Brake Levers	Shimano BR-MT201 Hydraulic Disc
Handlebar	Marin Mini-Riser, 6061 Double Butted Aluminum, 780mm Width, 28mm rise, 5º Up, 9º Back
Stem	Marin 3D Forged Alloy, 35mm
Grips	Marin Single Clamp Locking
Headset	FSA No 57E, Semi-Sealed Cartridge Bearings, 1 1/8"" x 1 1/2”
Seatpost	TranzX, YSP23JL, 1x Remote, Size S 125mm Travel, Size M & L 150mm Travel, Size XL 175mm Travel, 30.9mm
Saddle	Marin Speed Concept
Pedals	-
Extras	Bolt-on Thru-Axle

SIZING

Looking for the perfect size? Checkout our handy quick reference chart below (NOTE: The chart assumes average limb and torso proportions).
Not sure about your size? Just send us your measurements using our Bike Sizing form and one of our experts will help you out!

FRAME SIZE	RIDER HEIGHT
S	5'3" to 5'6"
M	5'6" to 5'10"
L	5'10" to 6'2"
XL	6'2" to 6'4"

REVIEWS

"The Rift Zone 2 is the 29er version of the Bicycling Editors’ Choice award-winning Marin Hawk Hill—a 27.5-inch-wheel bike we love for its quality build, modern geometry, and excellent value. The Marin Rift Zone 2 is a cheap mountain bike that goes big. You won't find a better full-suspension 29er under $2k."
— Bicycling Magazine | See the full review

"I feel like it’s the sort of bike that almost everyone will have fun on, hammer out miles out, learn a few things on."
— Wide Open Mountain Biking | See the full review

"Fast and agile, this is a long legged bike taking its cue from XC bikes but making use of some modern geometry to get maximum performance."
— International Mountain Bike Magazine | See the full review

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