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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2005 Marin Fairfax and 2007 Marin Fairfax.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest1.25:1Highest4.42:1Total range353%
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
2005 Marin Fairfax
2007 Marin Fairfax
Overview
Model Year
2005
2007
Brand
Marin
Marin
Model
Fairfax
Fairfax
Bicycle Type
Hybrid
Hybrid
Original MSRP
Not documented
$629.00
Colors
Brushed Polish Matte Silver
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
TIG-welded
Frame Material
7005 aluminum
Edge II 7005 Aluminum
Fork
Marin
Carbon Monocoque Rigid
Fork Material
Carbon fiber, aero crown
Carbon/aluminum steerer, aero crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Hybrid Mix
Hybrid Mix
Shifters
Shimano ST-R224
Shimano ST-R225 EZ-Fire
Front Derailleur
Shimano Sora
Shimano R453
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Sora GS
Shimano RD-2200
Crankset
FSA CFM, 30/42/53 teeth
TruVativ Touro 3.0, 30/42/52 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge
Sealed Cartridge
Rear Cogs
8-speed, 12 - 24 teeth
8-speed, 12 - 24 teeth
Chain
Shimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32"
Shimano HG40
Pedals
Composite body
Composite with Alloy Cage
Brakes
Brakes
Aluminum linear-pull brakes, aluminum levers
Forged Alloy Linear Pull brakes, Shimano levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threadless double sealed
1 1/8" threadless Double Sealed
Handlebar
Aluminum
Double Butted 6061 Alloy
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
FSA OS-170
Marin Alloy
Saddle
WTB Speed V
WTB Speed V Sport SE
Seatpost
Carbon fiber, micro-adjust, 27.2mm diameter
Suspension Post, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Formula aluminum, Q/R
Formula
Rims
Alex DC-19, 32-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
Brass nipples
Front Tire
700 x 28c Kenda
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.