The Marin Rift Zone 24 2026 is a serious kids’ full-suspension mountain bike designed for young riders who are ready to take their trail riding to the next level. Bringing the same fun-loving attitude and trail-ready performance as the adult Rift Zone, this 24-inch kids mountain bike combines a lightweight aluminium frame, 130mm of rear suspension and confident, capable components to create the perfect gateway to bigger mountain bike adventures.
Finished in the eye-catching Green Yellow Fade colourway, the Rift Zone 24 looks as fast as it rides. Its compact 24-inch wheel platform is designed specifically around younger riders, providing a confidence-inspiring fit while retaining the geometry and suspension performance needed for proper off-road riding.
Built for Young Trail Riders
At the heart of the Marin Rift Zone 24 is a Series 3 6061 aluminium frame featuring Marin's MultiTrac suspension platform. With 130mm of rear travel, the bike is designed to soak up roots, rocks, jumps and rough sections of trail while keeping the bike controlled and planted underneath the rider.
Up front, the X-Fusion Velvet RLC fork also provides 130mm of travel, with adjustable compression and rebound damping so the suspension can be tuned to suit the rider and the terrain. Combined with the X-Fusion O2 Pro R rear shock, the Rift Zone 24 offers genuine full-suspension trail performance in a package designed specifically for younger riders.
A Kids Mountain Bike That Grows With Them
One of the biggest advantages of the Marin Rift Zone 24 is its ability to grow alongside your child. The frame is designed to accept 26-inch wheels, meaning the bike can be upgraded as your young rider gets taller and more confident.
Simply move to 26-inch wheels and fit longer cranks when they're ready, helping extend the useful life of the bike and allowing your child to progress without immediately needing to move onto a completely new mountain bike.
Trail-Ready Components
The Rift Zone 24 comes equipped with an 11-speed Shimano drivetrain, giving young riders plenty of gearing for everything from technical climbs to fast descents. Shimano shifting is paired with a Marin 32T narrow-wide chainring for secure chain retention when the trail gets rough.
Stopping power comes from Tektro HD-M280 hydraulic disc brakes with 180mm rotors front and rear, providing strong, controlled braking when tackling steeper trails and technical terrain.
The bike rolls on 24 x 2.4-inch Vee Tire Co Flow Snap tyres, offering plenty of grip and stability on loose and uneven surfaces. The Marin double-wall alloy rims are also tubeless compatible, providing a useful upgrade option as your child's riding progresses.
A 100mm X-Fusion Manic dropper post with remote control is another standout feature, allowing the saddle height to be lowered quickly on descents, jumps and technical sections.
Key Features
- Marin Rift Zone 24 2026 kids full-suspension mountain bike
- Striking Green Yellow Fade finish
- Lightweight Series 3 6061 aluminium frame
- 130mm rear suspension travel
- 130mm X-Fusion Velvet RLC front fork
- Marin MultiTrac suspension platform
- X-Fusion O2 Pro R rear shock
- 24-inch wheels, with frame designed to accommodate 26-inch wheels
- Shimano 11-speed drivetrain
- Tektro hydraulic disc brakes with 180mm rotors
- Vee Tire Co Flow Snap 24 x 2.4-inch tyres
- Tubeless-compatible Marin alloy rims
- 100mm X-Fusion Manic dropper seatpost
- Boost 148 x 12mm rear thru-axle
- 152mm Marin alloy crankset
- Designed to grow with your young rider
Marin Rift Zone 24 2026 at The Rolling Fix
The Marin Rift Zone 24 2026 is an excellent choice for young riders looking for a capable kids full-suspension mountain bike that can handle proper trail riding. With 130mm of suspension front and rear, an 11-speed Shimano drivetrain, hydraulic disc brakes and a frame that can grow with your child, it offers the performance and versatility needed to help young riders develop their skills.
Shop the Marin Rift Zone 24 2026 Green Yellow Fade from The Rolling Fix, your independent bicycle store in Liverpool, for expert advice and support from a team that understands mountain bikes.
Specification
Frame: Series 3 6061 Aluminum, 24” Wheels (fits up to 26"), 130mm Travel, MultiTrac Suspension Platform, 148x12mm Boost Thru-Axle, 73mm Threaded BB w/ ISCG05 Tabs
Front Suspension: X-Fusion Velvet RLC 26", 130mm Travel, Compression and Rebound Adjustment, 100x15mm Thru-Axle
Rear Suspension: X-Fusion O2 Pro R, 190x45mm, Custom Tune, M8x22.2mm Hardware
Rims: Marin, Double Wall Alloy, 27mm Inner, Pinned Joint, Disc Specific, Tubeless Compatible
Hub, Rear: Joytech, 141 QR, Standard Freehub Body
Hub, Front: Joytech, 100x15mm
Tires: Vee Tire Co, Flow Snap 24x2.4", Tackee Compound, Wire Bead
Derailleur, Rear: Shimano RD-U6000, 11-Speed GS
Shift Lever: Shimano, SL-U6000-11R, 11-Speed
Crankset: Marin Forged Alloy, Integrated Steel 32T Narrow Wide Chainring, 152mm Crank Length, Boost Spacing
Chain: Shimano LG-500 11-Speed
Brake, Front: Tektro HD-M280 Hydraulic Disc, 180mm Rotor
Brake, Rear: Tektro HD-M280 Hydraulic Disc, 180mm Rotor
Brake Levers: Tektro HD-M280
Handlebar: Marin Mini-Riser, 6061 Double Butted Aluminum, 12mm Rise, 720mm Width, 4º Up, 9º Back
Stem: Marin 3D Forged Alloy, 35mm
Grip: Marin MTN, Closed End
Headset: FSA No 57E, Semi-Sealed Cartridge Bearings, 1 1/8" x 1 1/2”
Seatpost: X-Fusion Manic LC, 1x Composite Remote, 100mm
Saddle: Marin Speed Concept