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Summary of Reviews
We have read all expert and user reviews on the Marin Four Corners. In summary, this is what cyclists think.
11 reasons to buy
- The Marin Four Corners is a solid all-around bike. Reviewers noted it performs well commuting, touring, and fully loaded on bikepacking trips.
- For a drop bar bike, it has a nice, upright seating position due to the tall headtube. Riders say long rides are comfortable.
- The heavy steel frame soaks up road vibrations and small debris even without suspension.
- After testing the bike on loose, gravel descents, experts were pleased that the steel frame kept the bike grounded and balanced.
- Everything on this bike is built to last. Experts noted that the Four Corners can take a beating for years and still come out smiling.
- Reviewers were happy with how the Shimano Sora drivetrain shifts under power and doesn’t skip gears.
- Stock Tektro mechanical disc brakes provide predictable stopping power for this heavy hybrid.
- The Four Corners has plenty of mounts for water bottles, panniers, fenders, and racks. It can carry a maximum weight of 355lb.
- Reviewers noted that the stock Marin MTB saddle is comfortable even on long rides of 85 miles.
- Extra small and small frames come with stock Utilitour double-walled 650B wheels; medium, large, and extra-large frames sport the 700C size.
- Experts noted that the 40c GPVee tires offer impressive performance in the dirt with plenty of comfort and grip for long road rides.
4 reasons not to buy
- Weighing in just under 30lb, the Four Corners is not light. Many reviewers thought the steel frame was heavy compared to road, touring, gravel, and mountain bike standards.
- The road speed won’t satisfy a cyclist looking for a racy feeling.
- A few testers thought the Shimano Sora shifting was clunky under power.
- In 2021, the bottom bracket on the Four Corners was recalled due to the possibility of it breaking during use.