Marin B-17
06-14-04, 06:54 AM
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Marin B-17
Anyone out there ever ride an older Marin B-17 frame (FS Downhill model, not the newer hardtail) Found one for $225, was wondering if it would make a decent FS starter bike for mild trails/city riding for a heavy weight
06-15-04, 05:39 AM
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I know of 3 locally. White frame, blue swingarm. 2 of them have changed the shock for a Fox Float RL. Really good bikes, very smooth ride. One belongs to the LBS owner and he has ridden it for 4~5 years and has only just decided it is time for a new bike. He's having a hard time finding something he likes better. Another belongs to a mate who is into jumps and drops and bought it because he's sick of breaking stuff. He weighs ~230lbs.
https://www.rockwheelers.webcentral.c...ocjumpdrop.jpg
the bike in action
https://www.rockwheelers.webcentral.c...ocjumpdrop.jpg
the bike in action
