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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2010 Marin Fairfax and 2008 Marin Fairfax.
- Identity & price
2008 Marin Fairfax had an original MSRP $105 lower than 2010 Marin Fairfax.
Original MSRP is the published list price when new, not today’s used-bike value.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest1.20:1Highest4.33:1Total range361%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×28; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest1.25:1Highest4.33:1Total range347%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×28; rear size isn’t listed.
How it works
Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.
Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.
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Specification
2010 Marin Fairfax
2008 Marin Fairfax
Overview
Model Year
2010
2008
Brand
Marin
Marin
Model
Fairfax
Fairfax
Bicycle Type
Road/sport
Road/sport
Original MSRP
$750.00
$645.00
Colors
Blue Royal, Silver Gloss
Gloss Steel, Gloss Brick
Sizes
15", 17", 19", 20.5", 22"
15", 17", 19", 20.5", 22"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded/bonded
Frame Material
6061 Triple Butted Aluminum
6061 Aluminum/ Carbon Seat Stays
Fork
RFE Carbon
Carbon Rigid
Fork Material
Carbon
Carbon, aero crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Flat Bar Road Mix
Road Mix
Shifters
Shimano ST-R225 EZ-Fire
Shimano ST-R225 EZ-Fire
Front Derailleur
Shimano R453
Shimano R453
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Sora
Shimano Sora
Crankset
TruVativ Touro 3.0, 30/42/52 teeth
TruVativ Touro 3.0, 30/42/52 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge
Sealed cartridge
Rear Cogs
8-speed, 12 - 25 teeth
8-speed, 12 - 24 teeth
Chain
Shimano HG40
Shimano HG40
Pedals
Composite with Alloy Cage, Toe clip & Strap
Composite with Alloy Cage
Brakes
Brakes
Forged Alloy Linear Pull w/power modulator front/Forged Alloy Linear Pull rear brakes, Shimano ST-R225 EZ-Fire levers
Forged Alloy Linear Pull brakes, Shimano ST-R225 levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threadless double sealed
1 1/8" double sealed
Handlebar
Double Butted 6061 Alloy OS flat
Double Butted 6061 Alloy
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Alloy Adjustable
Alloy Adjustable
Saddle
Marin ALP w/ gel
WTB Speed V Sport LE
Seatpost
Comp Alloy Micro Adjust, 300mm, 27.2mm diameter
Suspension, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Formula
Formula
Rims
Alex DC-19, 28-hole/32-hole
Alex DC-19, 28-hole/32-hole
Spokes
WTB stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
WTB stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front Tire
700 x 28c Kenda Road
700 x 28c Kenda Road
Wheel Size
700c wheels
700c wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.