Cross-Country, Marathon, Hardtails
CONDITION 3
Marin Condition 3 models for 2011: FRS XC 120,
QUAD XCR 100, CXR Carbon Hardtail, Race Hard-
tail, Team Hardtail, Trail Hardtail, Hydro Hardtail,
Alloy Hardtail, Kids: Hidden Canyon and Bayview
Trail, 29er
Bikes designed for riding Conditions 1 and 2, plus
rough trails, small obstacles, and smooth technical areas, including areas
where momentary loss of tire contact with the ground may occur. NOT
jumping. All mountain bikes without rear suspension are Condition 3, and
so are some lightweight rear suspension models.
INTENDED For cross-country riding and racing which ranges from mild
to aggressive over intermediate terrain (e.g., hilly with small obstacles
like roots, rocks, loose surfaces and hard pack and depressions). Cross-
country and marathon equipment (tires, shocks, frames, drive trains) are
light-weight, favoring nimble speed over brute force. Suspension travel is
relatively short since the bike is intended to move quickly on the ground.
NOT INTENDED For Hardcore Freeriding, Extreme Downhill, Dirt Jumping,
Slopestyle, or very aggressive or extreme riding. No spending time in the
air landing hard and hammering through obstacles.
TRADE OFF Cross-Country bikes are lighter, faster to ride uphill, and more
nimble than All-Mountain bikes. Cross-Country and Marathon bikes trade
off some ruggedness for pedaling efciency and uphill speed.
(See Cross-Country, Marathon, Hardtails Maximum Weight Limit Chart)
General Purpose Riding
CONDITION 2
Marin Condition 2 models for 2011: Cross/Trekking,
Tour, Fixed, Comfort, EZ Step, ALP, Hybrid, Urban,
Cruiser, Metro, Commuter, Kids: MBX 50 and Tiny
Trail
Bikes designed for riding Condition 1, plus smooth
gravel roads and improved trails with moderate
grades where the tires do not lose ground contact.
INTENDED For paved roads, gravel or dirt roads that are in good
condition, and bike paths.
NOT INTENDED
For off-road or mountain bike use, or for any kind of
jumping. Some of these bikes have suspension features, but these
features are designed to add comfort, not off-road capability. Some come
with relatively wide tires that are well suited to gravel or dirt paths. Some
come with relatively narrow tires that are best suited to faster riding on
pavement. If you ride on gravel or dirt paths, carry heavier loads or want
more tire durability talk to your dealer about wider tires.
General Purpose Riding
Maximum Weight Limit
RIDER LUGGAGE TOTAL
lbs / kg lbs / kg lbs / kg
300 / 136 30 / 14 285 / 129
For Touring or Trekking
300 / 136 55 / 25 355 / 161
All Mountain
CONDITION 4
Marin Condition 4 models for 2011: Quad XM 140,
QUAD Trail 160
Bikes designed for riding Conditions 1, 2, and 3, plus
rough technical areas, moderately sized obstacles, and
small jumps.
INTENDED For trail and uphill riding. All-Mountain bicycles are: (1) more
heavy duty than cross country bikes, but less heavy duty than Freeride bikes,
(2) lighter and more nimble than Freeride bikes,
(3) heavier and have more suspension travel than a cross country bike,
allowing them to be ridden in more difcult terrain, over larger obstacles and
moderate jumps, (4) intermediate in suspension travel and use components
that t the intermediate intended use, (5) cover a fairly wide range of intended
use, and within this range are models that are more or less heavy duty. Talk
to your retailer about your needs and these models.
NOT INTENDED For use in extreme forms of jumping/riding such as hardcore
mountain, Freeriding, Downhill, North Shore, Dirt Jumping, Hucking etc. No
large drop offs, jumps or launches (wooden structures, dirt embankments)
requiring long suspension travel or heavy duty components; and no spending
time in the air landing hard and hammering through obstacles.
TRADE OFF All-Mountain bikes are more rugged than cross country bikes,
for riding more difcult terrain. All-Mountain bikes are heavier and harder
to ride uphill than cross country bikes. All-Mountain bikes are lighter, more
nimble and easier to ride uphill than Freeride bikes. All-Mountain bikes are not
as rugged as Freeride bikes and must not be used for more extreme riding
and terrain.
(See All Mountain Maximum Weight Limit Chart)
Cross-Country, Marathon, Hardtails
Maximum Weight Limit
RIDER LUGGAGE* TOTAL
lbs / kg lbs / kg lbs / kg
300 / 136 5 /2.3 305 / 138
* Seat Bag Only
Front suspension frames manufactured with
original equipment seat stay and dropout rack
mounts only
300 / 136 55 / 25 355 / 161
All Mountain
Maximum Weight Limit
RIDER LUGGAGE* TOTAL
lbs / kg lbs / kg lbs / kg
300 / 136 5 / 2.3 305 / 138
* Seat Bag Only
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