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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; 2006 Marin Fairfax is Road.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2004 Marin Fairfax and 2006 Marin Fairfax.
- Gearing
2004 Marin Fairfax has a 30% lower climbing ratio than 2006 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 $150 lower than 2006 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.
Lowest1.25:1Highest4.42:1Total range353%
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
2006 Marin Fairfax
Overview
Model Year
2004
2006
Brand
Marin
Marin
Model
Fairfax
Fairfax
Bicycle Type
City/commuter
Road/sport
Original MSRP
$449.99
$599.99
Colors
Brushed
Gloss Midnight Blue
Sizes
13.5", 15.5", 17.5", 19", 20.5"
13.5, 15.5, 17.5, 19, 20.5, 15W
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
—
TIG-welded
Frame Material
7000 aluminum
7005 aluminum
Fork
—
Marin
Fork Material
Chromoly
Carbon fiber, aero crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Hybrid Mix
Road Mix
Shifters
Shimano Alivio RapidFire
Shimano ST-R224
Front Derailleur
Shimano T-400
Shimano FD-443
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shimano Sora
Crankset
Suntour CR-410, 28/38/48 teeth
FSA CFM, 30/42/53 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge
Sealed cartridge
Rear Cogs
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
8-speed, 12 - 24 teeth
Chain
Shimano CN-UG50
Shimano CN-IG31
Pedals
Resin with alloy cage
Composite/alloy cage
Brakes
Brakes
Aluminum linear-pull brakes, forged alloy 3 finger levers
Aluminum linear-pull brakes, Shimano ST-R224 levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threadless WTB Momentum Comp ST
1 1/8" integrated Ritchey Logic Comp Zero
Handlebar
Double butted alloy, 1" rise
Aluminum
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Forged and CNC 4 bolt road
FSA XC170
Saddle
WTB Comfort V
WTB Speed V Sport SE
Seatpost
Suspension
Aluminum micro-adjust
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: aluminum, Q/R, Rear: Shimano FH-C201
Formula
Rims
Alex TA-19, 36-hole
Alex DC-19, 32-hole
Spokes
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Front Tire
700 x 35c City tread
700 x 28C Kenda
Wheel Size
700c wheels
700c wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.