Lowest1.25:1
Highest4.33:1
Total range347%
Estimated speed At 90 RPM
Lowest gear
Highest gear
Uses front tire 700C×28; rear size isn’t listed.
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2008 Marin Fairfax
Original specifications: Shimano Sora · 8-speed · mechanical rear derailleur · 700c wheels.
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At a glance
Archive #13179- Model year
- 2008
- Category
- Road
- Original MSRP
- $645.00
- Sizes
- 15", 17", 19", 20.5", 22"
- Colors
- Gloss Steel, Gloss Brick
- In this record
- 25 specifications · archived image · original MSRP
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Identification clues
2008 archived details
- Published colors
- Gloss Steel, Gloss Brick
- Frame
- 6061 Aluminum/ Carbon Seat Stays
- Original equipment
- Road Mix
Clues, not proof of model year. Colors vary and components may have been replaced.
Original build6061 Aluminum/ Carbon Seat Stays · Road Mix · 700c wheels
Frameset
| Frame Construction | TIG-welded/bonded |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | 6061 Aluminum/ Carbon Seat Stays |
| Fork | Carbon Rigid |
| Fork Material | Carbon, aero crown |
Drivetrain
| Component Group | Road Mix |
|---|---|
| Shifters | Shimano ST-R225 EZ-Fire |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano R453 |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Sora |
| Crankset | TruVativ Touro 3.0, 30/42/52 teeth |
| Bottom Bracket | Sealed cartridge |
| Rear Cogs | 8-speed, 12 - 24 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano HG40 |
| Pedals | Composite with Alloy Cage |
Brakes
| Brakes | Forged Alloy Linear Pull brakes, Shimano ST-R225 levers |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Headset | 1 1/8" double sealed |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | Double Butted 6061 Alloy |
| Handlebar Extensions | Not included |
| Stem | Alloy Adjustable |
| Saddle | WTB Speed V Sport LE |
| Seatpost | Suspension, 27.2mm diameter |
Wheels & Tires
| Hubs | Formula |
|---|---|
| Rims | Alex DC-19, 28-hole/32-hole |
| Spokes | WTB stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) |
| Front Tire | 700 x 28c Kenda Road |
| Wheel Size | 700c wheels |
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Gearing
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
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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Gearing results
| Measure | Original | Your setup |
|---|---|---|
| Lowest ratio | — | — |
| Highest ratio | — | — |
| Total range | — | — |
| Lowest-gear speed | — | — |
| Highest-gear speed | — | — |
Speeds are estimates. These calculations do not establish component compatibility or available tire clearance.
Parts & serviceability
Find replacement parts
Shimano HG40
Retailer offers
SRAM PC-830 Chain One Color, 8 Speed
Replacement option
Shimano CN-HG40 on eBaySponsored links
Suspension
27.2mm diameter
Retailer offers
Cane Creek Thudbuster ST Seatpost Black, 27.2mm
Replacement option
700 x 28c Kenda Road
Replacement search: 700cx28 bicycle tire Before ordering: Check rim type and tire clearance.
More parts (4)Fewer parts
Forged Alloy Linear Pull brakes
Shimano ST-R225 levers
WTB Speed V Sport LE
Shimano Sora
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Archived specifications for reference. Check the fitted parts before ordering.
- Front tire
- 700 x 28c Kenda Road
- Drivetrain
- 8-speed
- Seatpost diameter
- 27.2 mm
- Bottom bracket / shell
- Sealed cartridge
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Frame and fork
Inspect the frame and fork →Archived: Frame: TIG-welded/bonded · Fork: Carbon Rigid · Carbon, aero crown
Drivetrain
Check drivetrain wear →Archived: Group: Road Mix · Shifters: Shimano ST-R225 EZ-Fire · Front derailleur: Shimano R453 · Rear derailleur: Shimano Sora · Crankset: TruVativ Touro 3.0, 30/42/52 teeth · Bottom bracket: Sealed cartridge · Rear cogs: 8-speed, 12 - 24 teeth · Chain: Shimano HG40
Brakes
Inspect the brakes →Archived: Brakes: Forged Alloy Linear Pull brakes, Shimano ST-R225 levers
Wheels and tires
Check wheels and tires →Archived: Wheel size: 700c wheels · Rims: Alex DC-19, 28-hole/32-hole · Hubs: Formula · Front tire: 700 x 28c Kenda Road
Controls and contact points
Archived: Headset: 1 1/8" double sealed · Handlebar: Double Butted 6061 Alloy · Stem: Alloy Adjustable · Seatpost: Suspension, 27.2mm diameter · Saddle: WTB Speed V Sport LE · Pedals: Composite with Alloy Cage
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