MSRP | $599 | $769 |
|---|---|---|
Where to Buy | — $1 At | — $1 At |
Category | Fitness | Fitness |
| Aluminum | Aluminum | |
Fork | Steel | Aluminum |
Wheels | Aluminum | Aluminum |
Wheel Size | 700c | 700c |
Brakes | Mechanical Disc | Hydraulic Disc |
Groupset | Tourney | Acera, Altus |
Drivetrain | 3 × 7 | 3 × 8 |
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Summary | The Marin Fairfax 1 and Marin Fairfax 2 are both 700c aluminum frame fitness bikes. The Fairfax 1 has a steel fork and better components, while the Fairfax 2 has an aluminum fork. | |
Based on frame geometry and build specs.
Frame | Series 1 Fitness, 6061 Aluminum, 700C Wheels, Disc Brake, Fender and Rack Mounts Colors: Gloss Black / Satin; Black Gloss Grey / Roarange | Series 2 Fitness, 6061 Aluminum, 700C Wheels, Disc Brake, Internal Cable Routing, Fender and Rack Mounts Colors: Gloss Black / Satin; Black Gloss Grey / Roarange |
|---|---|---|
Fork | Cr-Mo Steel, Straight Blade, Disc Mount, Fender and Rack Eyelets | 6061 Aluminum, Straight-Blade, Disc Mount, Fender and Rack Eyelets |
Bottom Bracket | Sealed Cartridge Bearings, Square Taper | Sealed Cartridge Bearings, Square Taper |
Headset | FSA, Threadless | FSA |
Stem | Marin Alloy Threadless | Marin 3D Forged Alloy |
Handlebar | Marin Alloy, 30mm Rise | Marin Alloy Flat |
Saddle | Marin Fitness Plush | Marin Fitness Plush |
Seatpost | Marin Alloy, 27.2mm | Marin Alloy, 27.2mm |
Pedals | Commute Platform | Fitness Platform |
Grips | Marin Commute | Marin Ergonomic Locking |
Rear Derailleur | Shimano Tourney, 7-Speed | Shimano Acera Shadow, 8-Speed |
|---|---|---|
Front Derailleur | Shimano TY510 | Shimano M191 |
Crank | Alloy Crank, Steel Chainrings, 48/38/28T, Ring Guard | Alloy Crank, Steel Chainrings, 48/38/28T, Ring Guard |
Shifters | Shimano EF41 Shifter/Brake Lever Combo, 3x7-Speed | MicroSHIFT TS39, 8-Speed, Thumb-Tap |
Cassette | SunRace 7-Speed, 11-34T | SunRace 8-Speed, 11-34T |
Chain | KMC Z50 | KMC Z8 |
Brakes | Power CX7 Mechanical Disc, Shimano Pad Compatible, 160mm Rotor | Tektro M275 Hydraulic Disc Brake |
Brake Levers | Shimano w/ Integrated Shifters | Tektro Hydraulic |
Rims | Marin Aluminum Double Wall, Machined Sidewall | Marin Aluminum Double Wall, Machined Sidewall |
|---|---|---|
Front Hub | Forged Aluminum Alloy, Disc, 32H | Forged Aluminum Alloy, Disc, 32H |
Rear Hub | Forged Aluminum Alloy, Disc, 32H | Forged Aluminum Alloy, Disc, 32H |
Tires | Marin Fitness 700Cx35mm | Vee Tire, Baldy, 700Cx32mm, Puncture Protection, Wire Bead |