This looks like the perfect bike to get out and ride when you dont have the time to hit the mtb trails! Definitely gonna pick one up to compliment my Alpine Trail! Thanks for making rad bikes, Marin!

@marin_bikes

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for choosing us!

I use the 2006 Marine Kentfield with great pleasure, many thanks to the Marine company for their work.

@marin_bikes

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome

Thanks for the overview. How does this compare with the Stinson 1 for casual city riding?

@marin_bikes

2 жыл бұрын

The Stinson is a "comfort bike," designed for a more relaxed, cruiser-like ride. Wider tires and saddle, a bit less "sporting" and designed more for bike path cruising. The Kentfield is a bit sportier in nature. It really depends on your preference/riding style.

I enjoy seeing all the bikes in the Marion line. Still hoping you will be able to do more with the Headlands 1 and 2 and give us some top gravel ride tips.

@marin_bikes

2 жыл бұрын

We are working on it - please hang in there

Would this take 27.5 or 650b wheels? My muirwoods has this size on but I am looking for something with more relaxed geometry like the Kentfield

@marin_bikes

2 жыл бұрын

Hi - while the Kentfield is designed around 700c wheels, you could certainly run 650b wheels, gaining some tire width in the process.

How are the gears for speed? Will I after get bigger crank to pick the speed up without over peddling

@marin_bikes

2 жыл бұрын

Well, the top gear is a 38x11, and at 90 RPM you'd be humming along at 25.5 MPH. That being said, Kentfields are geared more towards fitness/commuting/recreational riding, not mashing big gears. You can check this calculator to find out the speeds in each gear: www.bikecalc.com/speed_at_cadence

Can't decide between Kentfield 2 and Muirwoods 2023, for riding predominantly in the city (asphalt, some gravel, some cobbles). What would you recommend?

@marin_bikes

Жыл бұрын

Muirwoods would probably be the one for you

What tyre pressure would you recommend for winter commuting on a Kentfield? Mostly on road with a short stretch of gravel.

@marin_bikes

5 ай бұрын

There should be recommended tyre pressures written on the side of the tyre. We suggest going in the middle of these 2 numbers, that way you will have a bit of extra traction for any winter based surprises on the surfaces you are riding on

Hi Duncan, what backpack are you wearing on video?

@duncshaw

2 жыл бұрын

Hey! It’s a douchebags backpack pro! Best bag I ever had! 👊🏼

It can be used as a hybrid bike for 70 km trips on gravel terrain, small hills ?

@marin_bikes

Жыл бұрын

Certainly!

How wide is the bottom bracket shell? What's the maximum chainring and tire clearance?

@marin_bikes

Жыл бұрын

Hello Braulio - 42t is the max.

Great video Duncan. I really like the Kentfield but would prefer the Microshift Advent X 10-Speed groupset currently on the Kentfield 2, however prefer the copper colour of the 1. Do you know if it would be possible to upgrade the Kentfield 1 to this drivetrain?

@marin_bikes

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Eddie - as the Kentfield 1 and 2 share frames (under the paint), the drivetrain swap could be done. However, it's an upgrade that you'd have to work with your local bike shop to handle. We don't offer the models with custom specifications.

@eddieforbes3054

2 жыл бұрын

@@marin_bikes Thank you for your reply. I think I am between sizes at 6'2" (188cm) Do you recommend the L or XL frame please?

@marin_bikes

2 жыл бұрын

@@eddieforbes3054 Hi Eddie - I am a tick shorter than you and personally prefer the XL. My 34" inseam means that I have a lot of seatpost showing.

@eddieforbes3054

2 жыл бұрын

@@marin_bikes Thank you. I believe my inseam is the same as yours. I think the reason I was hesitant going with the XL was because although I love the more upright geometry of this model I feared the extra long head tube would look ridiculous. So this is not the case?

@marin_bikes

2 жыл бұрын

@@eddieforbes3054 Well, if anything you'll probably sit a bit more upright on a smaller frame, as you won't be as stretched out on a bike with a shorter reach. The XL Kentfield does have a rather generous headtube, which was designed to put the rider in position that we feel best suits the bike style, without having to use a lot of headset spacers.

Hi. So this bike should be just enough for city rides and for occasional terrain rides as well? Will any of the Kenfield 1 sizes (straight frame) fit a lady of height 165 cm?

@marin_bikes

Жыл бұрын

That is exactly what this bike will be good for ;) - for your height we would recommend a size small

@paulinak.9614

Жыл бұрын

​@@marin_bikes okay thank you! So, now I know what I need... I hope that this 'bicycle wonder' ;) will be available through any of the Polish dealers! 🤞

Can you share the weight of this model ? Without pedals

In the video you are riding a size L frame , what is your height ?I am wondering about size M or L , I am 178 cm tall.

@duncshaw

Жыл бұрын

I am only 1 or 2cm taller so I think a Large would be ideal but I also think a medium would work well too!

any review for Marin team 1 ?

@marin_bikes

2 жыл бұрын

Steve at Hardtail Party had a Team Marin 2 for review, and that should go live in the coming weeks. kzread.info/dron/wDvZTTIQ6Qz-xfZ-QXXuSw.html

Hello, would the bike withstand some long journeys of approx. 1500km? Thanks

@marin_bikes

Ай бұрын

Certainly - provided the bike isn't overloaded beyond our stated weight limits (300lbs/136kg rider + up to 30lbs/14kg gear).

Can someone help comparing the speed and climbing ratio difference between the K1 and K2?

@marin_bikes

Жыл бұрын

They will be both relatively similar....... a chilled climb where you get where you need to be without breaking into too much of a sweat

@ychickshateme11

Жыл бұрын

@@marin_bikes thanks for the reply, i thought K2 might be a bit faster with the 10 speed, sounds like not much difference? sorry i don't know nothing about bikes haha

Looking at getting a kentfield 2, can't really decide on the size, I am 185 with an 86cm inseam, should I go for an L or an XL? Website recommends an L, some comments here has recommended an XL

@marin_bikes

Жыл бұрын

hi Kristian - it really depends on personal preference when you are on the bubble between sizes. For instance, I am also on the bubble between the two and generally go for the larger. Your 86cm inseam means you have longer legs, so go with the XL to ensure proper leg extension.

@noXza_

Жыл бұрын

@@marin_bikes I might have fatfingered the numpad, inseam is 83cm not 86cm

@marin_bikes

Жыл бұрын

@@noXza_ Ah, gotcha. I might go with the large. What's best is going to a shop and having you try out a few different bikes to find the one you feel is most comfortable for you.

@noXza_

Жыл бұрын

@@marin_bikes I would love to go and test them out in a shop, sadly no one in Denmark has them in stock, I think there is 1 shop here that has 4 of the MTB's in stock but that's it.

@marin_bikes

Жыл бұрын

@@noXza_ Understood, but perhaps there is another bike at the shop with similar geometry that you can try out.

Looks great but my height is a little over the limit for XL size (2 inches). Marin makes great bikes but (I don't know why) not all of them are for a bit taller people.

@marin_bikes

Жыл бұрын

How tall are you?

I’m buying one but have no idea what size to get. I’m 5’9

@marin_bikes

8 ай бұрын

Medium

How much maximum person weight it can carry ?

@duncshaw

2 жыл бұрын

Oh I am not sure actually. Maybe someone at Marin can comment on this?

@marin_bikes

2 жыл бұрын

Hello - the Kentfiled is rated to carry up to 300lb/135kg of combined gear and cargo.

I’m 182 cm in height. In India, this bike is available only in S and XL size options. Will XL be the right fit for my height?

@marin_bikes

9 күн бұрын

Yes, the XL should fit you fine. We have a sizing guide on the Kentfield page, click on the blue circle with question mark next to "size range" on the left side. www.marinbikes.com/bikes/2024-kentfield-2

I see you’re running a large frame Duncan, how tall are you?

@duncshaw

2 жыл бұрын

I am 180cm tall

@rvhedau

Жыл бұрын

@@duncshaw Hi Duncan my height is 188cm, Which size should I go for this bike?

@01AceAlpha

Жыл бұрын

I am also 188cm and just picked up and xl kentfield 2.

@qhar

2 ай бұрын

@@01AceAlpha how do you find XL size for you ?

@01AceAlpha

2 ай бұрын

@@qhar it is a very comfortable bike to ride. Fits me very well!

I am a 180 cm tall guy, would you recommend L or XL for me? cheers

@marin_bikes

Жыл бұрын

Hi Batman - you're on the bubble between L and XL, so it really comes down to your proportions and preferences. If you have longer legs or arms, it might be wise to bump up to the XL, so the bike doesn't feel as cramped.

@Batman-py2dy

Жыл бұрын

@@marin_bikes Thanks for your advice. I have ordered the XL. Looking forward to riding it, hopefully I won't need a ladder to get on top of it!

@Batman-py2dy

Жыл бұрын

@@marin_bikes Hello, it’s seems that you have updated the Kentfield size guide, and now L is up to 188 cm?

@marin_bikes

Жыл бұрын

@@Batman-py2dy Yes, we found an error in the previously published guide.

@Batman-py2dy

Жыл бұрын

@@marin_bikes please advise what’s the best way to contact you in Australia. I ordered XL based on the old size chart and advice above. I feel a stretch in the arms, back and lats when I rode it. Need to swap it with a L please.

Marin please send some kentfield 2 bikes to Poland to Białystok. Our local shop Sprint which sells your bikes dont have any of your commuter hybrid bikes :(. I need Kentfield 2 :D

@marin_bikes

2 жыл бұрын

We are doing what we can - apologies for delays.

Is this stiff enough to take bike touring/bikepacking?

@marin_bikes

Жыл бұрын

Depends on your set up, but we don't see why it couldn't handle some gravel/ tarmac based touring

@boybusilakbikes

Жыл бұрын

@@marin_bikes awesome! My worry was that it would flex too much if I load both the front and rear with bags/panniers. I want something that can double as my commuter bike so this seems like a great and affordable option.

@marin_bikes

Жыл бұрын

@@boybusilakbikes No problem. The bike is rated for a rider up to 300 lbs (136kg) + 30 lbs (14kg) of cargo/luggage, so it's more than up for most general commuting for most riders. Cheers.

@boybusilakbikes

Жыл бұрын

@@marin_bikes wow that's awesome. Thank you.

@marin_bikes

Жыл бұрын

@@boybusilakbikes you bet!

Dear Marin Bikes, We want San Quentin 29 ers Hope you guys will introduce it soon Lots of love Tobi

@marin_bikes

2 жыл бұрын

Have you looked at our El Roy? www.marinbikes.com/ww/bikes/family/el-roy

@tobiornotobi5403

2 жыл бұрын

@@marin_bikes Yes indeed El Roy is a fantastic bike👍🏽 But maybe in the distant future I'm hoping against hope you guys will give us San Quentin 29 ers Even if it doesn't happen, I'll still choose Marin 😁 Thanks for your reply Lots of love Tobi

3:10 did he said 34T? I think it's 38T chainring

@marin_bikes

2 жыл бұрын

Oh, good spot!

@duncshaw

2 жыл бұрын

Oh man my bad 😳

What does the Kentfield 1 weigh?

@marin_bikes

2 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately we don't have weights for our bikes

@Rascon5

2 жыл бұрын

Someone else did a review, It weights 28lbs

what brake pads do i need for this bike

@marin_bikes

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Lee - Shimano B03S pads will do the trick.

Please make it Available in India.

@marin_bikes

2 жыл бұрын

You can contact our Indian Distributor here www.marinbikes.com/ww/international-distributors

This or presidio 1?

@vwmullen

Жыл бұрын

Test ride both -- they are really pretty similar and priced pretty close to each other. I chose the Kentfield because it's a little more upright and comfortable for me. You lose the hydraulic brakes of the Presidio. They have a slightly different tires too. The Kentfield brake lines route through the frame, which is nice to keep them out of the way and prevent damage.

@exionem

Жыл бұрын

@@vwmullen -Spot on.

Hopefully marin intoroduces more IGH steel bikes soon.

@marin_bikes

2 жыл бұрын

We have done them in the past, maybe its time to re look at it

The copper color looks great. However the green color on the 2024 model looks hideous.

@marin_bikes

8 ай бұрын

Colors are subjective, but as long as you like one of them we are happy