MARIN Owner's Manual page 13

the seat to the desired height and then close the Quick Release
Mechanism. If the seat moves or wobbles, you may need to adjust the
Quick Release Mechanism or Binder Bolt.
Caution: There is a maximum height to which you can
extend your seatpost.This maximum height is marked
on the seatpost. Do not extend the seatpost beyond
this line.
FORE AND AFT ADJUSTMENT:
After adjusting the height of your saddle, you may wish to adjust the
fore/aft positioning of your saddle. First loosen the bolt that secures
the saddle to the seatpost and then slide the seat forward or back-
ward. Re-tighten the bolt to the appropriate torque.
As a general rule, your saddle should be adjusted fore or aft to assure
that your knee is centered over the pedal axle when it is in the 3
o'clock position.
SEAT ANGLE ADJUSTMENT:
The best way to determine seat angle is to start with the seat parallel
to the ground. Work from this position to determine if you need to
angle the seat up or down depending on your riding style. We suggest
that you do not put too much of an angle on the saddle as you may
experience discomfort in the crotch or place strain on the hands and
elbows. Seat angle set-up is based some what on personal preference.
Play with some different angles. This will help determine what is best
for you.
HANDLEBAR HEIGHT AND ANGLE:
The height and angle of the handlebars should be adjusted to suit your
height and body dimensions and reflect the individual rider's prefer-
ence.
Marin uses two different types of handlebar stems, quill type stems
and threadless type stems. Before you attempt to make any adjust-
ments it is important that you understand which type of handlebar
stem your bicycle has.
MARIN STEM
MAXIMUM/MINIMUM
HEIGHT INSERTION
Stem Bolt
(Hidden)
Maximum/Minimum
Insertion Height
Quill type stems insert in to the fork's steerer tube. These stems use
an expander type bolt/wedge assembly to secure them to your fork's
steerer tube. Typically a 6mm bolt on the top of the stem tightens and
loosens the stem.
Note that quill type stems all have a "Maximum
Height/Minimum Insertion"line. Do not raise the stem
above this line.
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Stem
Expander
Wedge