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Bear in mind simply final month once I instructed you in regards to the newly upgraded Marin 4 Corners 1 Utilitour bikes? Effectively, as we speak Petaluma, Califonia’s Marin Bikes is bringing again its new 4 Corners 2 Journey Touring bike after seven years of hibernation. The 4 Corners 2 is a step up from the 4 Corners 1, so Let’s take a look at the up-spec model.
Marin’s 4 Corners 2
Effectively, first, this upscale mannequin has been out of circulation for 7 years. It’s aimed on the extra discriminating rider with the higher-end, Sequence 3 double-butted CroMo body and fork with entrance and rear thru-axles.
It’s additionally rocking a SRAM Apex 1×12-speed drive practice, hydraulic bracks, and tubeless suitable rims and tires.
Geometry for the 4 Corners 2 is alleged to observe the tracks of the 4 Corners 1. However, the 70°-71° HTA (relying on dimension) runs a lil’ extra progressive than a typical touring bike.
The Seat tubes are routed and prepared for dropper posts if that strikes your fancy. The handlebars are wider as nicely, at 440-460mm. Each the wheel sizes for the 4 Corners 2, (650b for XS and S / 700c for M, L, XL) roll on 44mm broad tires however have body clearance for as much as 50mm.
4 Corners 2 Retail and Options
Retail: $1,999
- Sequence 3 double-butted CroMo body and fork, with size-specific wheel sizes for correct match
- Entrance and rear thru-axles
- SRAM Apex 1×12 wide-range drivetrain
- SRAM Apex hydraulic disc brakes
- Vee Tire Co Rocket Man 44mm tubeless-compatible tires
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