Bobcat Trail 5
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- Suspension: SR/Suntour XCR LOR-DS BOOST
- Wheel Size: 29", 27.5"
- Frame: Aluminum
- Size Range: S, M, L, XL
Size Rider height range XS 4'10" to 5'2" S 5'2" to 5'5" M (27.5/29) 5'5" to 5'9" L 5'9" to 6'0" XL 6'0" to 6'3" - Manufacturer’s suggested retail price may not include additional shipping or preparation charges. Please contact your local Marin dealer for a quote.
- Shimano Cues 1x11-speed drivetrain
- SR/Suntour XCR LOR-DS BOOST fork w/ thru-axle
- Tubeless-compatible rims
HARDTAIL TRAIL RIDING
AGGRESSIVE SINGLETRACK
Super capable, super fun, super value. The Marin Bobcat Trail is your perfect gateway to mountain biking, combining quality components, a lightweight aluminum frame and trail-ready geometry.
The best of the Bobcats, the Marin Bobcat Trail 5 is our chance to really push what our bang-for-your-buck MTB can do. Fast, comfy and fun Series 2 aluminum frame? Check. 1X drivetrain? You got it. SR/Suntour XCR fork? You bet. Shimano CUES 11-speed shifting, Tektro hydraulic brakes and trendy tanwall WTB tires? Damn straight! And, of course, your choice of 27.5” or 29” wheels.
Key upgrades from the Bobcat Trail 4:
- Shimano Cues 1x11-speed drivetrain
- SR/Suntour XCR LOR-DS BOOST fork w/ thru-axle
- Tubeless-compatible rims
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Specifications
Frame
Series 2 6061 Aluminum, 27.5" or 29” Wheels, Low Standover, 68mm BB shell, 135mm Forged Dropouts, IS Chainstay Disc Mount, Internal Housing & Dropper Post Routing
Front Suspension
SR/Suntour XCR LOR-DS BOOST, Thru-Axle, 120mm Travel, Lockout, 42mm (27.5") and 46mm (29") Offsets
Rim
Marin Aluminum Double Wall, 29mm Inner, Pinned Joint, Disc Specific, Tubeless Compatible
Hub Rear
Forged Alloy, Disc, 32H
Hub Front
Forged Alloy, Disc, 32H
Spokes
14g Black Stainless Steel
Tires
WTB Trail Boss Comp, 27.5/29x2.25”, Wire Bead
Derailleur Rear
Shimano CUES U6000GS, w/Clutch
Derailleur Front
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Shift Lever
Shimano CUES 11-Speed
Crankset
Alloy Crank, Steel Narrow-Wide Chainring, 32T
Bottom Bracket
Sealed Cartridge Bearings, Square Taper
Chain
KMC LG
Cassette
Shimano CUES CSLG400, 11-Speed, 11-48T
Brakes Front
Tektro M280 Hydraulic Disc, 180mm Rotor
Brakes Rear
Tektro M280 Hydraulic Disc, 160mm Rotor
Brake Levers
Tektro M280 Hydraulic
Handlebar
Marin 31.8 Riser, 12mm Rise, 780mm Width
Stem
Marin Alloy, 31.8mm Clamp, 45mm
Grips
Marin MTB, Closed End
Headset
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Seatpost
Marin Alloy, 30.9
Saddle
Marin MTB
Pedals
Nylon Platform
Specifications, pricing, and availability are subject to change without notice.
Geometry
XS | S | M (27.5) | M (29) | L | XL | |
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Stack | 599 | 603 | 608 | 635 | 639 | 644 |
Reach | 430 | 445 | 455 | 455 | 475 | 495 |
Head Tube Angle | 66.5° | 66.5° | 66.5° | 66° | 66° | 66° |
Head Tube Length | 100 | 105 | 110 | 110 | 115 | 120 |
Seat Tube Angle | 74.5° | 74.5° | 74.5° | 74.5° | 74.5° | 74.5° |
Seat Tube Length | 330 | 381 | 431 | 431 | 482 | 520 |
Top Tube Effective | 596 | 612 | 623 | 631 | 652 | 673 |
BB Height | 307 | 307 | 307 | 311.5 | 311.5 | 311.5 |
BB Drop | 48 | 48 | 48 | 61 | 61 | 61 |
Chain Stay | 415 | 415 | 415 | 430 | 430 | 430 |
Wheel Base | 1127 | 1144 | 1156 | 1186 | 1208 | 1230 |
Stand Over Height | 620 | 640 | 690 | 704 | 732 | 760 |
Fork Offset | 42 | 42 | 42 | 46 | 46 | 46 |
SeatPost Diameter | 30.9 | 30.9 | 30.9 | 30.9 | 30.9 | 30.9 |
Handlebar Width | 780 | 780 | 780 | 780 | 780 | 780 |
Stem Length | 45 | 45 | 45 | 45 | 45 | 45 |
Crank Length | 170 | 170 | 170 | 170 | 170 | 170 |
All lengths in millimeters
Technology
SERIES 2 ALUMINUM FRAME
The Bobcat Trail has a Series 2 6061 butted and hydroformed aluminum frame with a 120mm travel suspension fork and 27.5” or 29” wheels depending on size and preference.
Learn More29” OR 27.5” WHEELS
The Bobcat Trail has a growing wheel size strategy for the best fit and performance with the choice of 27.5” or 29” platforms on the size M, 27.5” wheels on sizes XS and S, and 29” wheels on sizes L, XL, and XXL.
TRAIL GEOMETRY
All Bobcat Trail models feature Marin Trail geometry, featuring a long-ish reach, low standover, slack head tube, and steep seat tube angles, giving riders confidence and predictable handling to have a blast on the trail.
FASTBACK SEATSTAY DESIGN
Fastback seatstays add vertical compliance without sacrificing power transfer, and feature rack mounts for extended trail adventures.
INTERNAL DROPPER COMPATIBLE
Bobcat Trail models have a 30.9mm seatpost and internal cable routing ports for future dropper post compatibility.