The Fairfax heads up Marin’s fitness line up, built for the road or bike path rider looking for a comfortable flat-bar bike with accessory mounts for conversions into an everyday commuter. The Fairfax 2 offers up a series 2 6061 aluminum frame with an integrated headset, internal cable routing, and integrated fender and rack mounts. The matching straight-blade fork adds front end durability and excellent pedaling efficiency, while rack eyelets add further customization options for use as a cargo or commuter bike. Tektro Hydraulic Disc Brakes provide smooth, controlled stopping in all conditions with minimal maintenance, while the reliable Shimano 2x8 speed drivetrain provides a wide gear ratio for steep hill-climbs. Fast rolling 700c wheels are fitted with 35mm Vee, Zilent tyres for their excellent puncture protection for smooth transitions between pavement, gravel and dirt. Also available as an ST model which offers a step-through frame for easier mounting and dismounting.