Because young rippers need that Rifty Love too! Our take on the ultimate do-it-all trail bike, bringing big-bike performance for younger riders.
The Marin Rift Zone Jr is made to party, just like the full-sized Rifty. It has 26" wheels that are a little smaller than our full-sized bikes, making it the perfect gateway ride for tweeny riders. And just like the 'grown up' Rift Zone, it has 130mm rear travel, a lightweight aluminum frame and our super-plush MultiTrac suspension platform for endless good times on the trails.
The Rift Zone 26 shares the same frame, fork and shock as the Rift Zone 24. Simply swap the wheels and cranks to downsize it to 24"" as the perfect hand-me-down.
There's a Rift Zone bike for every rider from entry level through to high-performance spec so check out the range or give us a call at the shop on 06 877 8477.
2026 Specification
| FRAME | Series 3 6061 Aluminum, 26” Wheels, 130mm Travel, MultiTrac Suspension Platform, 148x12mm Boost Thru-Axle, 73mm Threaded BB w/ ISCG05 Tabs |
| FRONT SUSPENSION | X-Fusion Velvet RLC 26", 130mm Travel, Compression and Rebound Adjustment, 100x15mm Thru-Axle |
| REAR SUSPENSION | X-Fusion O2 Pro R, 190x45mm, Custom Tune, M8x25mm Hardware |
| RIMS | Marin, Double Wall Alloy, 27mm Inner, Pinned Joint, Disc Specific |
| HUB, REAR | Shimano HB-MT200B, 141 QR, Centerlock, Standard Freehub Bod |
| HUB, FRONT | Shimano HF-MT400B, 110x15mm, Centerlock |
| SPOKE, NIPPLES | 14g Stainless Steel |
| TIRES | Vee Tire Co., Flow Snap 24x2.4", Tackee Compound, Wire Bead |
| DERAILLEUR, REAR | Shimano RD-U6000, 11-Speed GS |
| SHIFT LEVER | Shimano, SL-U6000-11R, 11-Speed |
| CRANKSET | Marin Forged Alloy 1x11, Hollow Spindle, Steel Narrow Wide 32T Chainring, Direct Mount Type |
| BOTTOM BRACKET | External Sealed Cartridge Bearings |
| CHAIN | Shimano LG-500 11-Speed |
| CASSETTE | Shimano CS-LG400-11, 11-Speed, 11-50T |
| BRAKE, FRONT | Tektro HD-M280 Hydraulic, 180mm Rotor |
| BRAKE, REAR | Tektro HD-M280 Hydraulic, 180mm Rotor |
| BRAKE LEVERS | Tektro HD-M280 |
| HANDLEBAR | Marin Mini-Riser, 6061 Double Butted Aluminum, 15mm Rise, 720mm Width, 4ş Up, 9ş Back |
| STEM | Marin 3D Forged Alloy, 35mm |
| GRIPS | Marin Dual Density |
| HEADSET | FSA No 57E, Semi-Sealed Cartridge Bearings, 1 1/8" x 1 1/2” |
| SEATPOST | X-Fusion Manic LC, 1x Composite Remote, 100mm |
| SADDLE | Marin Speed Concept |
| HEADSET | FSA No 57E, Semi-Sealed Cartridge Bearings, 1 1/8" x 1 1/2” |
| SEATPOST | X-Fusion Manic LC, 1x Composite Remote, 100mm |
| SADDLE | Marin Speed Concept |
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