Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Marin
1998 Marin Alpine Trail F.R.S.
Value Guide market data · 1998 Marin Alpine Trail F.R.S.
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All Alpine model years
2024$4,277 - $4,967▲ 412% vs. 1998
2023$3,347 - $3,887▲ 300% vs. 1998
2022$4,184 - $4,859▲ 400% vs. 1998
2020$3,627 - $4,212▲ 334% vs. 1998
2019$3,441 - $3,996▲ 312% vs. 1998
2013$911 - $1,058▲ 9% vs. 1998
2012$837 - $9720% vs. 1998
2011$781 - $907▼ 7% vs. 1998
2010$730 - $848▼ 13% vs. 1998
2007$456 - $529▼ 45% vs. 19981998$836 - $971Currently viewing1998 Alpine Trail F.R.S. lineup
Overview
About this bike
1998 Marin Alpine Trail F.R.S. value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Fork Brand & Model
- RST 381RM
- Fork Material
- Aluminum/chromoly, triple-clamp crown
- Frame Construction
- TIG-welded
- Frame Tubing Material
- 6061 T6 aluminum, butted, heat-treated w/chromoly swingarm
- Rear Shock
- Shock Works, 4.0inch travel
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 1998 Marin Alpine Trail F.R.S.
- Bottom Bracket
- Shimano BB-UN52, 110mm spindle
- Cassette
- 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
- Chain
- Shimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32inch
- Component Group
- Mountain Mix
- Crankset
- Shimano STX, 22/32/42 teeth
- Shifters
- Shimano STX-RC RapidFire SL
Brakes
- Brakes
- Dia-Compe VC-737 brakes, Dia-Compe DP-7 levers
Cockpit
- Handlebar
- Aluminum, 1inch rise
- Stem
- Marin Lite aluminum
- Headset
- 1 1/8inch threadless Dia-Tech steel
- Saddle
- Ritchey Vector
- Seatpost
- Marin Lite Comp, 30.0mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Front: Shimano STX, Rear: Shimano STX-RC
- Rims
- Mavic X138, 32-hole
- Spoke Brand
- DT stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
- Spoke Nipples
- Brass nipples
- Tires
- 26 x 1.95inch IRC Mythos XC kevlar
Pedals
- Pedals
- Aluminum cage w/clips & straps
Accessories
- BB Shell Width
- 68mm English
- Colors
- Goldenrod front/gloss black swingarm
- Extensions
- Not included
Frame sizing
XS4'10"-5'2"
S5'2"-5'6"
M5'6"-5'10"
L5'10"-6'2"
XL6'2"-6'6"
M highlighted as most common resale size. Sourced from catalog metadata.
Geometry
- Stack
- Varies by size
- Reach
- Varies by size
- Wheelbase
- Varies by size
Industry standard. Sourced from catalog metadata.
What to check when buying used
Inspection
Drivetrain wear
Check chain stretch, cassette teeth, chainrings, and shifting under load before negotiating price.
Inspection
Wheel condition
Inspect rims, hubs, spokes, and bearing play; ask about the tire age and any prior wheel rebuilds.
Inspection
Service history
Ask for service records covering bearings, brakes, drivetrain, and any frame or fork warranty work.
Inspection
Suspension service
Confirm fork lowers and rear shock service intervals; ask for the most recent service receipts.
Inspection
Frame pivots & bearings
Cycle the suspension off the bike to feel for play, grit, or noise in pivot bearings.