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At a glance
Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Identity & price
These bicycles are categorized differently: 2004 Marin Fairfax is City & Commuter; 2007 Marin Fairfax is Hybrid.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2004 Marin Fairfax and 2007 Marin Fairfax.
- Gearing
2004 Marin Fairfax has a 30% lower climbing ratio than 2007 Marin Fairfax.
A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.
- Identity & price
2004 Marin Fairfax had an original MSRP $179 lower than 2007 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.
Lowest0.88:1Highest4.36:1Total range499%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×35; 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
2004 Marin Fairfax
2007 Marin Fairfax
Overview
Model Year
2004
2007
Brand
Marin
Marin
Model
Fairfax
Fairfax
Bicycle Type
City/commuter
Hybrid
Original MSRP
$449.99
$629.00
Colors
Brushed
Gloss Smoke
Sizes
13.5", 15.5", 17.5", 19", 20.5"
13.5", 15.5", 17.5", 19", 20.5", women's 15"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
—
TIG-welded
Frame Material
7000 aluminum
Edge II 7005 Aluminum
Fork
—
Carbon Monocoque Rigid
Fork Material
Chromoly
Carbon/aluminum steerer, aero crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Hybrid Mix
Hybrid Mix
Shifters
Shimano Alivio RapidFire
Shimano ST-R225 EZ-Fire
Front Derailleur
Shimano T-400
Shimano R453
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shimano RD-2200
Crankset
Suntour CR-410, 28/38/48 teeth
TruVativ Touro 3.0, 30/42/52 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge
Sealed Cartridge
Rear Cogs
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
8-speed, 12 - 24 teeth
Chain
Shimano CN-UG50
Shimano HG40
Pedals
Resin with alloy cage
Composite with Alloy Cage
Brakes
Brakes
Aluminum linear-pull brakes, forged alloy 3 finger levers
Forged Alloy Linear Pull brakes, Shimano levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threadless WTB Momentum Comp ST
1 1/8" threadless Double Sealed
Handlebar
Double butted alloy, 1" rise
Double Butted 6061 Alloy
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Forged and CNC 4 bolt road
Marin Alloy
Saddle
WTB Comfort V
WTB Speed V Sport SE
Seatpost
Suspension
Suspension Post, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: aluminum, Q/R, Rear: Shimano FH-C201
Formula
Rims
Alex TA-19, 36-hole
Alex DC-19, 28-hole/32-hole
Spokes
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Spoke Nipples
—
Brass nipples
Front Tire
700 x 35c City tread
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.