Remember just last month when I told you about the newly upgraded Marin Four Corners 1 Utilitour bikes? Well, today Petaluma, Califonia’s Marin Bikes is bringing back its new Four Corners 2 Adventure Touring bike after seven years of hibernation. The Four Corners 2 is a step up from the Four Corners 1, so Let’s check out the up-spec version.
Marin’s Four Corners 2
Well, first, this upscale model has been out of circulation for 7 years. It’s aimed at the more discriminating rider with the higher-end, Series 3 double-butted CroMo frame and fork with front and rear thru-axles.
It’s also rocking a SRAM Apex 1×12-speed drive train, hydraulic bracks, and tubeless compatible rims and tires.
Geometry for the Four Corners 2 is said to follow the tracks of the Four Corners 1. But, the 70°-71° HTA (depending on size) runs a lil’ more progressive than a typical touring bike.
The Seat tubes are routed and ready for dropper posts if that strikes your fancy. The handlebars are wider as well, at 440-460mm. Both the wheel sizes for the Four Corners 2, (650b for XS and S / 700c for M, L, XL) roll on 44mm wide tires but have frame clearance for up to 50mm.
Four Corners 2 Retail and Features
Retail: $1,999
- Series 3 double-butted CroMo frame and fork, with size-specific wheel sizes for proper fit
- Front and rear thru-axles
- SRAM Apex 1×12 wide-range drivetrain
- SRAM Apex hydraulic disc brakes
- Vee Tire Co Rocket Man 44mm tubeless-compatible tires
