Marin San Quentin 2 27.5 – Blue-Black – Dirt Jumper Swagger, Trail-Bike Heart

Hardtail meets hard-hitting. The San Quentin 2 blends dirt jump heritage with modern trail geometry to create a rowdy, ride-it-your-way machine that climbs like a goat and descends like a beast. Whether you're railing berms, hitting booters, or threading sketchy tech, this bike punches well above its weight—and doesn’t punch your wallet.

With a Series 3 aluminum frame, RockShox FS35 fork with 140mm travel, and Shimano Deore 1x11 drivetrain, the San Quentin 2 is built for aggressive trail riding, park laps, and urban shredding alike. Add in Tektro 4-piston hydraulic brakes, a TranzX dropper post, and burly Vee Tire Flow Snap 2.6” rubber, and you’ve got a hardtail that’s seriously ready to get loose.

Key Features

• Series 3 6061 aluminum frame with modern trail geometry and internal cable routing
• Dirt jump-inspired styling and huge standover for confidence and throwdown potential
• RockShox FS35 coil fork with 140mm of plush, preload-adjustable travel
• Shimano Deore 11-speed drivetrain with wide 11-51T cassette
• Tektro M535 4-piston hydraulic brakes with 180mm rotors for powerful control
• TranzX dropper post (170mm travel) included on all sizes
• Vee Tire Co. 27.5 x 2.6” Flow Snap tires for aggressive traction and grip
• ISCG 05 tabs for easy chain guide or bash guard installation

Full Specifications

Frame & Suspension

• Frame – Series 3 6061 Aluminum, Double Butted, 12x148mm Thru-Axle, 73mm Threaded BB, Internal Cable Routing
• Fork – RockShox FS35 Boost, 140mm Coil Spring, Preload & Rebound Adjust, 15x110mm

Drivetrain

• Shifter – Shimano Deore SL-5100R, 11-Speed
• Rear Derailleur – Shimano Deore SGS, 11-Speed
• Crankset – Marin Forged Alloy, 32T Narrow-Wide, Hollow Spindle, Boost Spacing
• Bottom Bracket – External Sealed Cartridge Bearing
• Cassette – Shimano CS-5100-11, 11-51T
• Chain – KMC X-11 Silver/Black

Brakes

• Front Brake – Tektro M535 4-Piston Hydraulic, 180mm Rotor
• Rear Brake – Tektro M535 4-Piston Hydraulic, 180mm Rotor
• Brake Levers – Tektro M535 Hydraulic

Cockpit

• Handlebar – Marin Mini-Riser, 6061 Alloy, 780mm Width, 28mm Rise
• Stem – Marin 3D Forged Alloy, 35mm Clamp, 35mm Length
• Grips – Marin Grizzly Lock-On
• Headset – FSA No.57E Semi-Sealed, 1 1/8" x 1 1/2"

Seatpost & Saddle

• Seatpost – TranzX YSP18 Dropper, 170mm Travel, 30.9mm Diameter
• Seat Clamp – Kona QR
• Saddle – Marin Speed Concept

Wheels & Tires

• Rims – Marin Aluminum Double Wall, 29mm Internal Width, Tubeless Compatible, 32H
• Front Hub – Shimano HB-TC500, 110x15mm
• Rear Hub – Shimano FH-TC500, 148x12mm, Standard Freehub Body
• Spokes – 14g Black Stainless Steel
• Front Tire – Vee Tire Co. Flow Snap, 27.5 x 2.6”, MPC Compound
• Rear Tire – Vee Tire Co. Flow Snap, 27.5 x 2.6”, MPC Compound
• Pedals – Marin Oso OE Flat

Why You Want This Bike

Because you want to ride everything—and look good doing it. The San Quentin 2 is perfect for riders who want to dip into aggressive trails, dirt jump style, and even park laps without diving into a full-suspension rig. It’s a budget-friendly bruiser with premium handling, modern geometry, and spec that’ll make even the trail snobs look twice.

Climb strong, descend fast, session hard. The San Quentin 2 is your ride-anywhere weapon.