Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Marin
1996 Marin Nail Trail (02)
Value Guide market data · 1996 Marin Nail Trail (02)
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All Nail model years
2020$4,101 - $4,763▲ 254% vs. 1996
2016$1,790 - $2,079▲ 54% vs. 1996
2015$1,767 - $2,052▲ 52% vs. 1996
2014$1,721 - $1,998▲ 48% vs. 1996
2013$1,814 - $2,106▲ 56% vs. 1996
2012$1,953 - $2,268▲ 68% vs. 1996
2011$1,860 - $2,160▲ 60% vs. 1996
2010$1,855 - $2,155▲ 60% vs. 1996
2009$1,855 - $2,155▲ 60% vs. 1996
2008$1,345 - $1,562▲ 16% vs. 19962006$1,163 - $1,3500% vs. 19961997$642 - $745▼ 45% vs. 19961996$1,160 - $1,347Currently viewing1995$977 - $1,135▼ 16% vs. 19961994$846 - $983▼ 27% vs. 19961993$856 - $994▼ 26% vs. 19961996 Nail Trail (02) lineup
Overview
About this bike
1996 Marin Nail Trail (02) value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Fork Brand & Model
- Answer Manitou Mach 5 Pro XC
- Fork Material
- Aluminum, triple-clamp crown
- Frame Construction
- Welded aluminum
- Frame Tubing Material
- 7000 aluminum, double-butted
- Rear Shock
- Not applicable
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 1996 Marin Nail Trail (02)
- Bottom Bracket
- Shimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle
- Cassette
- 7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
- Chain
- Shimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32inch
- Component Group
- Shimano STX/STX-RC
- Crankset
- Shimano STX, 22/32/42 teeth
- Shifters
- Grip Shift SRT-600
Brakes
- Brakes
- Marin Lite brakes, Dia-Compe PC-7N levers
Cockpit
- Handlebar
- Marin Lite alloy
- Stem
- Marin Lite alloy
- Headset
- 1 1/8inch threadless Dia-Tech alloy
- Saddle
- Ritchey Vector
- Seatpost
- Marin Lite Comp alloy, 30.0 mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
- Rims
- Mavic 238, 32-hole
- Spoke Brand
- Stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
- Spoke Nipples
- Brass nipples
- Tires
- Front: 26 x 2.10inch Marin Quake 7.0, Rear: 26 x 2.10inch Marin Quake 7.1
Pedals
- Pedals
- Alloy cage, resin body w/clips & straps
Accessories
- BB Shell Width
- 68mm English
- Colors
- Polished
- Extensions
- Marin Lite
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.