Mountain Biking - Marin b17 suitable for xc riding?

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Seven
07-22-05, 09:40 AM
Hi, I am in the market for a small frame and I was looking at the Marin B17 frame. Can I set this thing up for decent XC riding or should I hold out? I don't do any jumping, just trails and some mild downhill. Thanks!


jeff williams
07-22-05, 11:30 AM
A link is nice, yes we all know how to use the internet, since you're the one asking the Q? Do some work and link us, i'm lazy.

jeff williams
07-22-05, 10:19 PM
http://greenbikes.biketrials.com/marinb17.htm


LowCel
07-23-05, 05:42 AM
If I were you I would hold out for a frame designed with xc in mind. That bike looks like it would be sweet for it's intended purpose, just not for xc. The weight alone would kill you.