The San Rafael forms part of Marin's Dual Sport (DS) series, offering riders the perfect bike for on-and off-road excursions.

All Dual Sport models are built around a lightweight frame with a geometries optimized to take advantage of today's hybrid suspension forks, with a position designed for comfortable yet efficient all-day riding. The frame uses Edge 3 tubing, for a great look, and the Suntour fork offers 63mm of travel, allowing a smoother ride off road through bump absorption.

Shimano EZ Fire 7 speed shifters offer reliable shifting, used along with a triple chainset for a total of 21 gears; enough to tackle on and off road terrain.

A tough and durable wheelset is suitable for off road use, and the puncture resistant mixed-tread tires provide grip in a variety of conditions.

The San Rafael DS1 is ideal for those wanting a bike for on and off road use, suitable for those riding to work during the week, and off road at weekends; while you wouldn't want to go downhilling in Wales on this bike, it's good for bridleways and paths.