It's not easy to be a mountain bike company named after the birthplace of the sport. To cariy that kind of weight you have to he confident. You have to he sure that your product is the best on the market. You have to pay such close attention to detail that nothing is left out. No corners cut. No compromises made. Marrying cutting edge technology with proven race performance to provide the best ride this side of heaven. Marin Mountain Bikes is that company and we've been a leader in the field since the beginning. Our bikes are designed in Marin County, California and race proven all over the world We know that racing is not for everyone, hut the feedback we get from some of the world's best riders is invaluable. Our designs have to be able to withstand the harshest environments and the most rugged abuse. Marin Lite components, our exclusive line of ultralight performance components, came directly from the demands of our racers. For 1993, we made these components available to you as standard Marin equipment at bike shops every where. Our team demands the best and we deliver. For them and for you. Of course when a bike is spec'd to handle effortlessly and to save weight, rather than money, there is a higher price to he paid. But our long term commitment to quality has made us a lot of friends over the years. If you 're still undecided, talk to someone whose ridden one. They'll he all the proof you need.