Marin Bobcat Series
What size are the wheels?
The Bobcat Trail series come with 27.5" wheels on a small, the option of 27.5" or 29" wheels on a medium and 29" wheels for large and extra large frames.
How much travel do the forks have?
The Bobcat Trail series has 120mm of front travel.
What riding style is this geometry intended for?
The Bobcat Trail Series features Marin trail geometry, a moderate reach, low stand over, slack headtube and steep seat tube which provides confidence for the rider to handle any obstacle whilst having a blast on the trail.
Are the wheels tubeless ready?
The Bobcat Trail 3 and 4 are not tubeless ready however the Bobcat Trail 5 is, all you need to do is buy tubeless valves, tape and sealant and you're ready to set up your rims for tubeless.
Are the tyres tubeless ready?
The Team Series come with tubeless ready tyres, all you need to do is buy tubeless valves, tape and sealant and you're ready to set up your rims for tubeless.
Are tubeless valves and tape provided with the bike?
No, valves and tape are not provided.
What groupset is this bike equipped with?
The Bobcat Trail 3 comes with a 2x8 drivetrain featuring Shimano, Sunrace, Tektro, KMC, and Marin components. The Bobcat Trail 4 comes with a 1x9 drivetrain featuring MicroSHIFT, Sunrace, Tektro, KMC and Marin components. The Bobcat Trail 5 comes with a 1x11 drivetrain featuring Shimano Deore, Sunrace, KMCand Marin components.
What brakes is this bike equipped with?
The Bobcat Trail 3 comes with Tektro M275 (2 piston) front and rear hydraulic disc brakes with 160mm front and rear rotors. The Bobcat Trail 4 comes with Tektro M275 (2 piston) front and rear hydraulic disc brakes with 180mm front rotor and 160mm rear rotor. The Bobcat Trail 5 comes with Shimano BR-MT201 (2 piston) hydraulic disc brakes with a 180mm front rotor and 160mm rear rotor.
Does this bike come in any other colours?
The Bobcat Trail 3 comes in gloss bright blue / dark blue / yellow / magenta or gloss back . charcoal / cyan. The Bobcat Trail 4 comes in tan / blue-green / grey or silver / red / grey. The Bobcat Trail 5 comes in black / red / grey.
Does this bike come with any other specs?
No, The Bobcat Trail series comes in the spec which we advertise as (complete built or frame only option). IMPORTANT: Sometimes factory will change the spec of the bike to something of similar or better quality, usually without any notice, this is to ensure customers are riding bikes instead of waiting for the correctly spec’d component to become available.
How wide are the handlebars?
The Bobcat Trail series come with a Marin 31.8 Riser Bar, 780 Wide with 12mm rise.
What's the stem length?
The Bobcat Trail series come with a Marin alloy 31.8mm clamp 45mm length stem.
Does this bike come equipped with a dropper post and what's the travel?
The Bobcat Trail series come with a Marin Alloy 30.9mm straight post with quick release clamp.
Can I install a dropper post on this bike?
Yes, internally routed dropper posts can be installed on the Bobcat Trail Series.
Does the frame have internal or external cable routing?
The Bobcat Trail series have internal routing.
What's the bikes' frame material?
The Team series are made from Series 4 6061 Aluminium.
What's the bikes' wheels’ material and how wide are the rims?
The Bobcat Trail 3 and 4 come with either 27.5" / 29" 32 hole pinned joint Double-Wall alloy 25mm internal width rims. The Bobcat Trail 5 comes with 27.5" / 29" 32 hole pinned joint Double-Wall alloy 29mm internal width rims.
Does this bike come with boost hub spacing?
The Bobcat Trail 3 and 4 come with 100mm open drop out front hubs and 135mm quick release hub spacing rear. The Bobcat Trail 5 comes with 100mm quick release Thru axle and 135mm quick release hub spacing rear.
Can I take this bike on downhill trails?
No, the Bobcat Trail Series are designed for XC trail and general purpose riding.
Can I take this bike to the bike park?
Yes, the Bobcat Trail series is designed for XC trails but not DH, Enduro or jump lines.
What size rotors does this bike come equipped with?
The Bobcat Trail 3 comes with 160mm front and rear rotors. The Bobcat Trail 4 and 5 come with 180mm front rotor and 160mm rear rotor.
What tyres does this bike come equipped with and what size?
The Bobcat Trail 3 comes with MTB 27.5" / 29x2.25'' tyres front and rear. The Bobcat Trail 4 and 5 come with WTB Trail Boss Comp 27.5" / 29x2.25" Wire Bead tyres front and rear.
Does this bike come with pedals?
Yes, the Bobcat Trail series come with Nylon pedals.
Does this bike come with a kickstand?
No, the Bobcat Trail series do not come with a kickstand.
Can I fit a bottle cage in this frame?
Yes, the Bobcat Trail series can fit two bottle cages. One on the downtube and one on the seat tube.
How do I set the suspension for my height and weight?
We suggest you set up your suspension in accordance with the fork manufacturer tuning guides for each individual, personal preference also needs to be considered as everyone likes their suspension slightly different from person to person.
Is a shock pump provided with this bike?
A shock pump is not included with any of our bikes. You do not need a shock pump to set the fork suspension up for the Bobcat Trail Series.
What tyre pressure should I run?
Tyre pressures are subjective to each individual rider, we suggest you find a suitable tyre pressure best suited to the terrain you commonly ride. The recommended pressure range is printed on the side wall of the bicycle tyres.
What riding category is this bike intended for?
The Team series, in accordance with Polygon’s classification, belongs to bike class 4. You can read more about the various classifications here.