Table Of Contents - MARIN Bicycle Owner's Manual

CONGRATULATIONS!
You've just bought one of the finest bicycles in the world; a Marin! Since
our beginning in 1986, we've been developing and refining the quality of
our bicycles. We have been an industry leader, working with top name
suppliers to identify the best new materials and latest developments in
technology. All of these improvements are the result of several factors:
First: We race our top end bicycles on the toughest trails and roads in the
world through our national and international race teams in North America
and Europe.
Second: We ride and refine the bicycles ourselves. We are bicycle
enthusiasts, and have been since our inception. We ride Marin bikes daily
to test and re-test our race-proven and time-tested frames. The result is a
collection of durable, lightweight, high-performance bicycles that we're sure
you will be proud to own and ride.
We are extremely proud of the products we offer, and the service offered
by our staff and our distributors. We have been recognized year after year,
and in 40 countries around the world, for our superior frame designs and
unique performance characteristics. We are certain our hard work will be
evident every time you go fora ride. So here's wishing you many years of
enjoyment!
Thanks for investing in a Marin,
Marin Bikes
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Table of Contents

GENERAL WARNING..................................................................................6
A Special Note for Parents...........................................................................6
Chapter 1: First
A. Bike Fit......................................................................................................7
B. Safety First.... . ................................. . .........................................................7
C. Mechanical Safety Check.........................................................................8
D. First Ride ..................................................................................................9
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Chapter 2: Safety
A. The Basics ............................................................................................10
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B. Riding Safety..........................................................................................10
C. Off Road Safety......................................................................................12
D. Wet Weather Riding..............................................................................12
E. Night Riding...........................................................................................12
F. Extreme, Stunt or Competition Riding....................................................14
G. Changing Components or Adding Accessories.....................................15
Chapter 3: Fit
A. Standover Height....................................................................................16
B. Saddle Position.......................................................................................16
C. Handlebar Height and Angle...................................................................18
D. Control Position Adjustments..................................................................19
E. Brake Reach...........................................................................................19
Chapter 4: Tech
A. Wheels...................................................................................................20
1. Front Wheel Secondary Retention Devices........................................22
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2. Wheels with Cam Action Systems.......................................................22
3. Removing and Installing Wheels........................................................23
B. Seat Post Cam Action Clamp................................................................25
C. Brakes...................................................................................................26
D. Shifting Gears........................................................................................28
E. Pedals...................................................................................................30
F. Bicycle Suspension...............................................................................31
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G. Tires and Tubes.....................................................................................32
Chapter 5: Service
A. Service Intervals...................................................................................34
B. If Your Bicycle Sustains an Impact......................................................36
Appendix A:
Intended Use.....................................................................37
Appendix B: Lifespan of Your Bike and its Components........................42
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Appendix C:
Coaster Brakes..................................................................48
Appendix D:
Fastener Torque Specifications.........................................49
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