Fairfax 1

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- Price: £499.00*
- Wheel Size: 700C
- Frame: Aluminum
- Size Range: XS, S, M, L, XL
Size Rider height range XS 4'11" to 5'1" S 5'1" to 5'5" M 5'5" to 5'9" L 5'9" to 6'1" XL 6'1" to 6'4" - Manufacturer’s suggested retail price may not include additional shipping or preparation charges. Please contact your local Marin dealer for a quote.
FITNESS ROAD RIDING
COMMUTING
BIKE PATH RIDING
The Fairfax 1 is the most affordable in the collection. Named “Best Hybrid” many years running by Wirecutter it’s built around a lightweight Series 1 aluminum frame and a sturdy CrMo fork and comes with a 3x7-speed Shimano drivetrain, Clark’s mechanical disc brakes and plenty of reliable Marin components.
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Specifications
Frame
Series 1 Fitness, 6061 Aluminum, 700C Wheels, Disc Brake, Internal Cable Routing, Fender, Rack and Kickstand Mounts
Fork
CrMo Steel, Straight Blade, Disc Mount, QR Dropouts, Fender and Rack Eyelets
Rims
Marin Aluminum Double Wall, Disc Specific
Hub, Rear
Forged Aluminum Alloy, Disc, 32H
Hub, Front
Forged Aluminum Alloy, Disc, 32H
Spoke, Nipples
14g Stainless Steel
Tires
Fitness 700Cx35mm
Derailleur, Rear
Shimano Tourney, 7-Speed
Derailleur, Front
Shimano TY510
Shift Lever
Shimano Shifter/Brake Lever Combo, 3x7-Speed
Crankset
Alloy Crank, Steel Chainrings, 48/38/28T, Ring Guard
Bottom Bracket
Sealed Cartridge Bearings, Square Taper
Chain
KMC Z8
Cassette
SunRace 7-Speed, 11-34T
Brake, Front
Tektro MDM280 Mechanical Disc, 160mm Rotor
Brake, Rear
Tektro MDM280 Mechanical Disc, 160mm Rotor
Brake Levers
Shimano w/ Integrated Shifters
Handlebar
Marin Alloy Flat, 31.8mm
Stem
Marin Alloy Threadless
Grips
Marin Commute
Headset
FSA, Threadless
Seatpost
Marin Alloy, 27.2mm
Saddle
Marin Fitness Plush
Pedals
Marin Oso OEM Nylon Platform
Specifications, pricing, and availability are subject to change without notice.
Geometry

XS | S | M | L | XL | |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Stack | 557 | 571.3 | 590 | 609 | 637.3 |
Reach | 385 | 400 | 420 | 440 | 455 |
Headtube Angle | 70.5° | 70.5° | 70.5° | 70.5° | 70.5° |
Headtube Length | 140 | 155 | 175 | 195 | 225 |
Seattube Angle | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° |
Seattube Length | 380 | 430 | 480 | 520 | 550 |
Toptube Effective | 550 | 569.2 | 594.8 | 620.4 | 643.8 |
BB Height | 283.5 | 283.5 | 283.5 | 283.5 | 283.5 |
BB Drop | 70 | 70 | 70 | 70 | 70 |
Chainstay | 445 | 445 | 445 | 445 | 445 |
Wheelbase | 1050.01 | 1070 | 1096.7 | 1123.4 | 1148.4 |
Standover Height | 660.74 | 705.38 | 745.2 | 780.34 | 809.68 |
Fork Offset | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
Seatpost Diameter | 27.2 | 27.2 | 27.2 | 27.2 | 27.2 |
Handlebar Width | 640 | 640 | 680 | 680 | 680 |
Stem Length | 70 | 70 | 70 | 70 | 70 |
Crank Length | 170 | 170 | 175 | 175 | 175 |
All lengths in millimeters
Technology
SERIES 3 FRAME
Series 3 Fitness frames feature butted and formed 6061 aluminum tubes with internal cable routing, flat mount disc brakes, and forged dropouts with rack and fender mounts and an integrated kickstand mount.
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SERIES 2 AND SERIES 1 FRAME
Series 2 frames feature a 6061 aluminum frame with disc brake mounts, integrated headsets, internal cable routing, and fender and rack mounts. Series 1 frames also feature 6061 aluminum tubing, disc brake mounts, and fender and rack mounts.

DISC BRAKES
Disc brakes on all Fairfax models provide smooth, controlled stopping in all conditions with minimal maintenance.

STEP THROUGH DESIGN
The Fairfax 2 ST and 1 ST feature a step-through frame design with a lowered toptube for easier mounting and dismounting.
Reviews
"The Marin Fairfax 1 is the best hybrid for most people. It provides a stable, comfortable ride on city streets, yet it’s light and agile—and an excellent value."