Despite the rise of aluminium, Marin remained committed to high-end steel for its ride quality. The 1998 hardtail lineup was structured by material and weight. 1998 19" Marin Team Marin Frame - Gringineer Cycles
The Bear Valley was the workhorse. The SE version came with a stunning "Toreador Red" fade. The version of the catalogue shows the texture of the Marin lugs—a detail often lost in photocopied versions circulating online.
The primary fork partners. Look for Manitou SX and RockShox Indy or SID models.