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2005 Marin Fairfax · 2006 Marin Fairfax

Specification2005 Marin Fairfax2006 Marin Fairfax
Overview
Model year20052006
BrandMarinMarin
ModelFairfaxFairfax
Bicycle typeHybridRoad/sport
Archive ID9346994602
Original MSRP—$599.99
ColorsBrushed Polish Matte SilverGloss Midnight Blue
Sizes13.5", 15.5", 17.5", 19", 20.5"13.5, 15.5, 17.5, 19, 20.5, 15W
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-weldedTIG-welded
Frame material7005 aluminum7005 aluminum
ForkMarinMarin
Fork materialCarbon fiber, aero crownCarbon fiber, aero crown
Rear shockN/AN/A
Drivetrain
Component groupHybrid MixRoad Mix
ShiftersShimano ST-R224Shimano ST-R224
Front derailleurShimano SoraShimano FD-443
Rear derailleurShimano Sora GSShimano Sora
CranksetFSA CFM, 30/42/53 teethFSA CFM, 30/42/53 teeth
Bottom bracketCartridgeSealed cartridge
Rear cogs8-speed, 12 - 24 teeth8-speed, 12 - 24 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32"Shimano CN-IG31
PedalsComposite bodyComposite/alloy cage
Brakes
BrakesAluminum linear-pull brakes, aluminum leversAluminum linear-pull brakes, Shimano ST-R224 levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1 1/8" threadless double sealed1 1/8" integrated Ritchey Logic Comp Zero
HandlebarAluminumAluminum
Handlebar extensionsNot includedNot included
StemFSA OS-170FSA XC170
SaddleWTB Speed VWTB Speed V Sport SE
SeatpostCarbon fiber, micro-adjust, 27.2mm diameterAluminum micro-adjust
Wheels & tires
HubsFormula aluminum, Q/RFormula
RimsAlex DC-19, 32-holeAlex DC-19, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gaugeStainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples—
Front tire700 x 28c Kenda700 x 28C Kenda
Wheel size700c wheels700c wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 10, 2026.