Hello Sir, You have done a nice review of the DSX1. Currently I am considering to buy this bike because i ride on a MTB marin bobcat trail 4. I am thinking of change since most of my riding time i spend on going to work (100% city with pavements) and some short travels with my dog (i think it may be called gravel and light forest roads), i think i ride around 60 km per week. Do you think it would be a good choice to replace MTB marin bike over this DSX 1. Thank you in advance for your response, greetings from Poland.
Thanks for you comments. If you don’t plan on doing serious mountain biking then switching might be a good idea for you. This bike is certainly lighter and , in my opinion, very agile for commuting on mixed surfaces. Also has plenty of places to connect bags. I just really enjoy the bike !
I've been using this bike since this season. The bike is sensational. Its geometry allows you to enter the forest and go wild like an MTB bike. A bike for every ride. However, it has its drawbacks. As you said, the bolt in the front axle came loose and I almost lost the front wheel. Maybe it was not tightened after assembly? I do not know. The fact is, she unscrewed, and that was weak. Now it is tightened and has no slack. The biggest downside is the hopeless crank. You can always replace it with a better one. I am super happy with this bike and I can recommend it to the undecided.
Great comment! I hope marin is listening on the front axle bolt issue. I carry an Allen wrench with me on every ride just in case it loosens. It’s not the terrain I’m on since none of it is chunky enough to cause this. Also I’d assume front and rear would both have the issue. I’ll reach out to Marin and see what they say.
@@TravelsWithTony It only happened once in the front wheel. I tightened to the max - being careful not to overtighten the thread. Now everything is ok. I check from time to time to make sure it hasn't come loose. I can't complain right now. In general, however, I have the impression that once all bicycle forms were made by more decent components and the bicycles themselves. Overall, the geometry of the bike is great and it rides great.
My wife's DSX 1 front wheel was loose this morning, I tightened it with a 6mm Allen key, what is that loud snap sound? Then the axle goes loose again before tightening?
Great review. These are available here in Japan, but they are the same price as a Sirrus X 4.0. Not sure which one is better value. The Marin is a 2022 model while the Sirrus is a 2024.
Hope i get one without front through axle issues, my marin dsx 1 will come next wednesday. Thank you for your great review, it made up my mind to purchase it 👍🏽
i had the same issue about the front axle, what helped was i just tightened it harder then i used to, and after that it never got lose again. but i cant tell you what exact force i used. on the axle it says 15nm maximum, wich is quite high when you consider using a multitool for example
Hi, and thanks for the feedback. A strange one. The issue no longer happens. My technician tightened it very hard and used a spray. The downside is that when I had a flat tire it was really challenging to loosen the bolt. But otherwise it is fine now and I love the bike.
Thanks for the review. I am trying to decide between trek ds 3 gen 5 and Marin dsx1. But I am unable to find a direct comparison. Would you be so kind to give your opinion regarding main differences between those 2 bikes? Which would be more suited for what purpose.
Hi ! I wasn't familiar with the Trek DS3 Gen 5 so I looked it up. Looks like a really nice bike. I see some similarities. Both are one-by and both have a nice carbon fork. The Trek has beefier tires at 50mm. The DSX1 comes standard with 45mm. The weight is a little different with the Trek being heaving by more than 1.5 kg. None of these points are a huge factor but it alsways comes down to where you think you will ride more. If more urban rides, the 50mm might be too much. If more hills, the extra weight of 1.5 kg and the extra rolling resistance of the fatter tire may hold you back a little. The new DSX1 for 2024 can be reviewed at the Marin Bikes web site. They show a new color scheme, and and Deore 5100 rear derailleur vs the Trek Deore 4100. Also, the Marin DSX 1 is listing in the US at $999, while the Trek is listing at $1,049. I can't say which is better since I haven't ridden the Trek. I know I have been super happy with my Marin for the past 18 months. Hope this helps you, and let me know what you decide.
My main focus is comfort. So I thought which would be more comfortable - 700c Marin or 650c trek with a slightly fatter tyre. Although as I understand Marin is already quite comfortable bike. Trek is also heavier, not sure why.
@@andristucs6044 I see. Then also check the seat and seat post. The Marin has a very comfortable seat. And you can add to comfort by adjusting tire pressure lower for a softer ride.
Hey man I’m thinking of getting the same bike. Do you think this can handle long distance with enough extra attachments for bike packing / panniers bags etc? I wasn’t sure between this or the DSX 2 2024 version! Cheers
@@TravelsWithTony no worries fair enough. It looks like there are attachments on the forks for front panniers though which is good if someone wanted to attach there
have I exaggerated just a wee bit? Maybe, but up close it is actually a very pale green grey. The other models have such strong colors - the dark blue and the brown, but for the price point, and the components, this DSX 1 is just amazing. Can't say enough good things about it.
@@TravelsWithTony Ha. Just so long as the look of the bike doesn't leave you turning the same colour. No matter how good a bike is I find it hard to love if colourway isn't on point. I really like the new Gestalt XR too...but on the screen the colourway looks kinda like an anaemic pink with deck-tan decals! If you've managed to see an actual Gestault XR on the floor what did you think?
@@terrysketcher9752 chuckles… good point. It definitely doesn’t make me queasy 😉. Haven’t seen a Gestalt in person yet but will stop by the bike shop. Do you have a marin dealer near you ?
@@TravelsWithTony No, I'm in Australia. They're only available for purchase online here, so buyers have to trust Marin when they describe the colour as 'gloss grey' hoping it isn't actually 'corpse pink'.
Hi. 188 cm is on the border between L and XL according to the Marin six guide for the DSX. You should go try the bike. And if you have very long legs maybe the XL would be a better fit.
Hello Sir,
You have done a nice review of the DSX1. Currently I am considering to buy this bike because i ride on a MTB marin bobcat trail 4. I am thinking of change since most of my riding time i spend on going to work (100% city with pavements) and some short travels with my dog (i think it may be called gravel and light forest roads), i think i ride around 60 km per week. Do you think it would be a good choice to replace MTB marin bike over this DSX 1.
Thank you in advance for your response, greetings from Poland.
Thanks for you comments. If you don’t plan on doing serious mountain biking then switching might be a good idea for you. This bike is certainly lighter and , in my opinion, very agile for commuting on mixed surfaces. Also has plenty of places to connect bags. I just really enjoy the bike !
All I got from this video is that I want to live in Vienna and ride around on a Marin DSX.
We’ll then maybe I did a good job 😉. Thx !!
I got the same exact bike and year! Mine is pretty much set up the same and I love it!!
I've been using this bike since this season. The bike is sensational. Its geometry allows you to enter the forest and go wild like an MTB bike. A bike for every ride. However, it has its drawbacks. As you said, the bolt in the front axle came loose and I almost lost the front wheel. Maybe it was not tightened after assembly? I do not know. The fact is, she unscrewed, and that was weak. Now it is tightened and has no slack. The biggest downside is the hopeless crank. You can always replace it with a better one. I am super happy with this bike and I can recommend it to the undecided.
Great comment! I hope marin is listening on the front axle bolt issue. I carry an Allen wrench with me on every ride just in case it loosens. It’s not the terrain I’m on since none of it is chunky enough to cause this. Also I’d assume front and rear would both have the issue. I’ll reach out to Marin and see what they say.
@@TravelsWithTony It only happened once in the front wheel. I tightened to the max - being careful not to overtighten the thread. Now everything is ok. I check from time to time to make sure it hasn't come loose. I can't complain right now. In general, however, I have the impression that once all bicycle forms were made by more decent components and the bicycles themselves. Overall, the geometry of the bike is great and it rides great.
@@07mentor glad to hear it was just once. And I really agree on the geometry aspect. It’s such a great ride.
My wife's DSX 1 front wheel was loose this morning, I tightened it with a 6mm Allen key, what is that loud snap sound?
Then the axle goes loose again before tightening?
@@joecondron2131 oh man. Might be stripped
Great review. These are available here in Japan, but they are the same price as a Sirrus X 4.0. Not sure which one is better value. The Marin is a 2022 model while the Sirrus is a 2024.
I think they are similar but…. The DSX is about one kilo lighter and the rear cassette on the DSX is 11-51 while the Sirrus is 11-46.
@@TravelsWithTony thank you!
Thank you, that helped!
You're welcome!
Hope i get one without front through axle issues, my marin dsx 1 will come next wednesday. Thank you for your great review, it made up my mind to purchase it 👍🏽
I am sure you’ll love it
Enjoyed your video. What size is your chain ring and handlebar width?
Thanks ! It has a Forged Aluminum, 42T Steel Narrow Wide Chainring. A Single. In the back is an 11 speed 11-51 cassette. Handlebar width is 680mm.
My friend, I bought the same type of bike, but the front speeds are 2 and the rear speeds are 7. Can they be faster than your own bike, or slower?
i had the same issue about the front axle, what helped was i just tightened it harder then i used to, and after that it never got lose again.
but i cant tell you what exact force i used.
on the axle it says 15nm maximum, wich is quite high when you consider using a multitool for example
Hi, and thanks for the feedback. A strange one. The issue no longer happens. My technician tightened it very hard and used a spray. The downside is that when I had a flat tire it was really challenging to loosen the bolt. But otherwise it is fine now and I love the bike.
Thanks for the review. I am trying to decide between trek ds 3 gen 5 and Marin dsx1. But I am unable to find a direct comparison. Would you be so kind to give your opinion regarding main differences between those 2 bikes? Which would be more suited for what purpose.
Hi ! I wasn't familiar with the Trek DS3 Gen 5 so I looked it up. Looks like a really nice bike. I see some similarities. Both are one-by and both have a nice carbon fork. The Trek has beefier tires at 50mm. The DSX1 comes standard with 45mm. The weight is a little different with the Trek being heaving by more than 1.5 kg. None of these points are a huge factor but it alsways comes down to where you think you will ride more. If more urban rides, the 50mm might be too much. If more hills, the extra weight of 1.5 kg and the extra rolling resistance of the fatter tire may hold you back a little. The new DSX1 for 2024 can be reviewed at the Marin Bikes web site. They show a new color scheme, and and Deore 5100 rear derailleur vs the Trek Deore 4100. Also, the Marin DSX 1 is listing in the US at $999, while the Trek is listing at $1,049. I can't say which is better since I haven't ridden the Trek. I know I have been super happy with my Marin for the past 18 months. Hope this helps you, and let me know what you decide.
My main focus is comfort. So I thought which would be more comfortable - 700c Marin or 650c trek with a slightly fatter tyre. Although as I understand Marin is already quite comfortable bike. Trek is also heavier, not sure why.
@@andristucs6044 I see. Then also check the seat and seat post. The Marin has a very comfortable seat. And you can add to comfort by adjusting tire pressure lower for a softer ride.
@@andristucs6044 The DSX 1 comes stock with 700x45mm tires, with room for 29x2.1”
knobbies!
Is it a soft ride? Is it comfortable to ride it?
@@русланшальман very comfortable with the carbon fork, carbon seat post and 45mm tires.
Hey man I’m thinking of getting the same bike. Do you think this can handle long distance with enough extra attachments for bike packing / panniers bags etc? I wasn’t sure between this or the DSX 2 2024 version! Cheers
@@RobertStubbs hey ! I think so. I just added a rear rack and a single panier and have done some rides. Handles well
@@TravelsWithTony brill thanks what about front panniers too?
@@RobertStubbs haven’t tried that. I’m more of of a minimalist. Rear panniers and a handlebar bag is all I want
@@TravelsWithTony no worries fair enough. It looks like there are attachments on the forks for front panniers though which is good if someone wanted to attach there
@@RobertStubbs yes. There are holes for it.
How tall are you and what size frame did you get? I red that Marin you should pick one size higher.
183cm tall and I got a large
Love the DSX1 and am on the verge of ordering one...but puke green???
I haven't seen one in the metal, but surely that colour is a very light grey.
have I exaggerated just a wee bit? Maybe, but up close it is actually a very pale green grey. The other models have such strong colors - the dark blue and the brown, but for the price point, and the components, this DSX 1 is just amazing. Can't say enough good things about it.
@@TravelsWithTony Ha. Just so long as the look of the bike doesn't leave you turning the same colour.
No matter how good a bike is I find it hard to love if colourway isn't on point.
I really like the new Gestalt XR too...but on the screen the colourway looks kinda like an anaemic pink with deck-tan decals!
If you've managed to see an actual Gestault XR on the floor what did you think?
@@terrysketcher9752 chuckles… good point. It definitely doesn’t make me queasy 😉. Haven’t seen a Gestalt in person yet but will stop by the bike shop. Do you have a marin dealer near you ?
@@TravelsWithTony No, I'm in Australia. They're only available for purchase online here, so buyers have to trust Marin when they describe the colour as 'gloss grey' hoping it isn't actually 'corpse pink'.
@@terrysketcher9752 understood. Makes it a bit tougher to decide.
What size?
I have a large and I’m 182cm tall
Hello I 188cm size bike L ok ?
Hi. 188 cm is on the border between L and XL according to the Marin six guide for the DSX. You should go try the bike. And if you have very long legs maybe the XL would be a better fit.
How tall are you and what size did you buy,?
I’m 6’0”. (183cm). I bought a large
Мой рост 178 см. Я купил DSX 2 в размере L. Размер M показался маленьким.
Yes. Probably over 175 cm people should consider a Large. And are you enjoying the bike?
@@TravelsWithTony , нравится. Но эффекта "Вау", о котором все говорят, я не почувствовал. Нормальный велосипед со своими недостатками.)
@@ViktorVVMрасскажи про недостатки пожалуйста, я думаю купить модель 2024 года
Great video but it's Muh-Rinn, not Mare-in. haha
Seriously?! My bad !