Framed Marquette

13 reasons to buy

• The Framed Marquette is available with an aluminum or carbon frame.

• The bike is very versatile. Testers found it capable on firm sand beaches, snow-covered lakes, singletrack, gravel roads and pavement.

• A model with 29” wheels and tires is available.

• The Boost spacing in the rear wheel provides stiffness for power transfer. It also improves the bike's tracking.

• Wide tires allow riders to descend with stability and control, especially on the 27.5+ model.

• The bike is affordably priced. Framed keeps the price down by using in-house components for the stem, seat post, wheels and handlebars.

• The rims are tubeless-ready. Riders can greatly reduce the weight of the bike by setting the bike up tubeless.

• Experts state the Marquette makes for an excellent beginner mountain bike.

• The SRAM hydraulic disc brakes are reliable and high-quality.

• Users can run lower tire pressures with plus tires. This provides additional traction over loose trails.

• One expert was pleased that the Marquette’s geometry places riders in a position that helps keep the front end down on steep climbs.

• One Tester found the geometry and efficient power transfer from the Boost hub spacing make the Marquette a fantastic climber.

• The bike arrives mostly assembled. It’s easy to complete the process.