Marin Fairfax 1 ST 2026 Bike

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 3×7-speed Shimano drivetrain, Clark’s mechanical disc brakes and plenty of reliable Marin components.

Step-thru bike frames are ideal for less flexible riders, slow-speed urban cycling and riders that need to load their bike up with bags or kids.

Specification

Frame and Forks

• Frame: Series 1 Fitness, Step-Thru Design, 6061 Aluminum, 700C Wheels, Disc Brake, Internal Cable Routing, Fender, Rack and Kickstand Mounts
• Forks: Cr-Mo Steel, Straight Blade, Disc Mount, QR Dropouts, Fender And Rack Eyelets
• Headset: FSA, Threadless

Drivetrain

• Crankset: Alloy Crank, Steel Chainrings, 48 / 38 / 28 Tooth, Ring Guard
• Bottom Bracket: Sealed Cartridge Bearings, Square Taper
• Rear Derailleur: Shimano Tourney, 7-Speed
• Front Derailleur: Shimano TY510
• Cassette: Shimano CSHG200, 7-Speed, 12-32 Tooth
• Chain: KMC Z8

Braking/Shifting

• Shifters: Shimano Shifter/Brake Lever Combo, 3 x 7-Speed
• Front Brake: Clark’S CMD-23 Mechanical Disc, Shimano Pad Compatible, 160mm Rotor
• Rear Brake: Clark’S CMD-23 Mechanical Disc, Shimano Pad Compatible, 160mm Rotor
• Brake Levers: Shimano with Integrated Shifters

Wheels

• Rims: Marin Aluminium Double Wall, Disc Specific
• Front Hub: Forged Aluminium Alloy, Disc, 32 Hole
• Rear Hub: Forged Aluminium Alloy, Disc, 32 Hole
• Spokes: 14 Gauge Stainless Steel
• Tyres: Fitness 700c x 35mm

Finishing Kit

• Handlebars: Marin Alloy Flat, 31.8mm
• Grips: Marin Commute
• Stem: Marin Alloy Threadless
• Seatpost: Marin Alloy, 27.2mm
• Saddle: Marin Fitness Plush
• Pedals: Nylon Platform