Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Marin
1996 Marin Bolinas Ridge
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All Bolinas model years
2018$391 - $454▲ 28% vs. 1996
2017$372 - $432▲ 22% vs. 1996
2016$512 - $594▲ 67% vs. 1996
2015$512 - $594▲ 67% vs. 1996
2014$698 - $810▲ 128% vs. 1996
2013$725 - $842▲ 137% vs. 1996
2012$651 - $756▲ 113% vs. 1996
2011$632 - $734▲ 107% vs. 1996
2010$549 - $637▲ 79% vs. 1996
2003$279 - $324▼ 9% vs. 19961997$278 - $323▼ 9% vs. 19961996$306 - $355Currently viewing1996 Bolinas Ridge lineup
Overview
About this bike
1996 Marin Bolinas Ridge value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame Construction
- TIG-welded steel
- Frame Tubing Material
- Tange chromoly
- Fork Brand & Model
- Marin Lite
- Fork Material
- Chromoly, unicrown crown
- Rear Shock
- Not applicable
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 1996 Marin Bolinas Ridge
- Component Group
- Shimano Altus
- Shift Levers
- Shimano Altus EZ Fire
- Crankset
- Shimano Altus, 24/32/38 teeth
- Bottom Bracket
- YST, 116 mm spindle
- Rear Cogs
- 7-speed, 12 - 28 teeth
- Chain
- KMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32inch
Brakes
- Brakeset
- Tektro 868A brakes, Shimano Altus levers
Cockpit
- Seatpost
- Marin Lite alloy, 27.0 mm diameter
- Saddle
- Marin Comfort
- Handlebar
- Steel
- Handlebar Stem
- Marin Lite chromoly
- Headset
- 1 1/8inch Marin Lite
Wheels & Tires
- Rims
- Araya VP-20, 36-hole
- Tires
- 26 x 2.00inch Marin Lite, grey
- Spoke Brand
- Steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
- Spoke Nipples
- Brass nipples
Pedals
- Pedals
- Resin
Accessories
- Colors
- Champagne
- BB Shell Width
- 68mm English
- Extensions
- Not included
Weight & Sizing
- Weight
- 27.75
- Sizes
- 14inch, 15.5inch, 17.5inch, 19inch, 20.5inch, womens 17.5inch
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.