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Summary of Reviews
We have read all expert and user reviews on the Marin San Quentin. In summary, this is what cyclists think.
12 reasons to buy
- Both owners and expert reviewers agree that the Marin San Quentin is good value.
- According to two experts, the stiff, snappy frame suits hard cornering and enhances performance on flowy sections.
- The San Quentin 2 and 3 have dropper posts, and the San Quentin 1 has internal cable routing for one.
- One tester says the San Quentin 2's RockShox 35 Silver fork feels good out of the box.
- The San Quentin 2's 11-speed Deore drivetrain shifts great, according to one expert.
- A reviewer appreciates the performance of the San Quentin 3's 12-speed Deore/SLX drivetrain, highlighting it shifts well under load.
- All builds have tubeless-compatible rims, and the San Quentin 3 has tubeless-ready tires.
- Experts say this is a versatile bike that performs well as a dirt jumper or trail shredder.
- One expert reports the San Quentin pedals well going uphill, thanks to the steep seat tube angle.
- Experts agree the bike is happy being pointed downhill, especially on flowy trails.
- According to one reviewer, the San Quentin 3's four-piston Shimano MT420 brakes are powerful and consistent.
- A tester likes that the short seat tube and low seat make it easy to bail from manuals.
8 reasons not to buy
- Reviewers complain about the 2.6" Flow Snap tires, which have poor traction, especially on side hills.
- One expert says the San Quentin 2's Shimano BR-MT201 brakes aren't powerful enough, and the levers are flimsy.
- Two experts note that the San Quentin is hard to jump and manual.
- The San Quentin isn't as playful as one expert had hoped for a 27.5" bike.
- A reviewer complains that a lot of vibrations reach the hands, likely due to the frame stiffness.
- One tester criticizes the untidy cable routing under the bottom bracket.
- The Marzocchi Bomber Z2 fork doesn't have much adjustment between open and closed positions, disappointing a reviewer.
- One expert finds the San Quentin difficult to maneuver through tight corners.