News / Features

Taj in the Woods November 26, 2024

Mountain biking is so much more than vertigo inducing GoPro footage, life threatening speed and laser guided seat posts. I love that my bike carries me away from the noise of the world and out into the peace of the woods. I always feel a bit uncomfortable when I realize I work in marketing (I blame formative years listening to Bill Hicks) so I have done my best to be sincere in what I do. This is how I really feel on most every ride. I hope this inspires you to get out into the trees and take some deep breathes.

Thanks to Logan Nelson for helping me try to share what I love and thanks to Fairdale for the Elevator ride out there. #oldmantabletops

Taj Mihelich

Fairdale Elevator

Fairdale is happy to introduce the Elevator; our 29″ hardtail mountain bike that comes fully equipped with a SRAM GX Eagle groupset, a RockShox Pike fork, Alex wheels, Maxxis tires and more.

The Fairdale Elevator is a BMX-inspired, full chromoly all-arounder with a geometry that is focused on nimble maneuverability and predictable climbing and descending. While many modern bikes are long and low, the Elevator’s unique ride-feel will let you easily throw in a manual or re-adjust your position on a line, thanks to the super short 406mm chainstay length.

Aaron Ross in Bentonville October 18, 2024

Aaron Ross spent a few days shredding his Elevator out in Bentonville. Luckily Devon Hutchins caught it all on camera. Enjoy!


Fairdale Elevator

Fairdale is happy to introduce the Elevator; our 29″ hardtail mountain bike that comes fully equipped with a SRAM GX Eagle groupset, a RockShox Pike fork, Alex wheels, Maxxis tires and more.

The Fairdale Elevator is a BMX-inspired, full chromoly all-arounder with a geometry that is focused on nimble maneuverability and predictable climbing and descending. While many modern bikes are long and low, the Elevator’s unique ride-feel will let you easily throw in a manual or re-adjust your position on a line, thanks to the super short 406mm chainstay length.

Available now as a complete bike or frame kit.

FAIRDALE at TRA BMX ’24 October 4, 2024

Here’s a quick recap of Aaron Ross and Mike Gonz out at the TRABMX event in Pennsylvania on 9.21.24. Our friend Mike Gentilcore holds this annual Double Cross race and Dirt Jump session at his private compound every year, and it always looks like a good time! Our crew was out there on their Hareraisers. Enjoy! 

Filmed & edited by Devon Hutchins.


Fairdale Hareraiser

This fully capable 26″ DJ frame is made of 100% 4130 chromoly with a 3/8″ axle slot, integrated chain tensioners, BSA 73mm threaded bottom bracket, ultra-short chainstays and a tapered 1-1/8” to 1-1/2” head tube with removable tabs for a traditional BMX-style Gyro.

Designed from the ground up to make the transition between riding a MTB, DJ bike, and BMX as seamless as possible.

Available as Complete Bikes, Frame/Headset or Fork only.

Fairdale Elevator / Available Now May 31, 2024

At last… the Elevator has arrived.

Bikes are available NOW through your favorite shop as well as online. There’s no other bike like it, and we’re stoked it’s finally here! 

The Fairdale Elevator is a BMX-inspired 29er hardtail. A full chromoly all-arounder with a geometry that is focused on nimble maneuverability. While many modern “long-and-slack” designs sacrifice fun for stability, the Elevator’s unique geometry rewards active riders. Quickly adjust your riding line and throw in a manual with ease thanks to the unique super short 406mm chainstay length.  

Be a rider not a passenger.

Fairdale x Zilker / Weekender May 9, 2024

Check out our custom Weekender Nomad MX for Zilker Beer’s Weekender Hard Tea.

Join the Launch Party

  • Saturday, May 11th 2024.
  • Canned Weekender available only in their taproom.
  • Exclusive Merch
  • Community Ride w/ Fairdale & Ride Bikes Austin.
    Wheels down 11am Brew and Brew.
  • Custom Weekender Nomad MX Giveaway. Enter Here.

The Boroughs, by Bike September 26, 2023

Now this is a project we can get behind! Watch as Nora Vasconcellos, Jack Fardell and Jiro Platt cruise Fairdales through NYC to hit various skate spots. Shoutout to Monster Children and Nora for looping us into this rad trip. 

Fairdale x Zilker / Taj August 4, 2023

We made this custom one-off Zilker Beer X Fairdale Taj cruiser to go along with our collaboration “RATTLER” they brewed up.

Fairdale x Fat Tire / Ridgemont June 2, 2023

We were pretty stoked when Fat Tire approached us to make this years Fat Tire bikes, which coincided with a rebranding of the cans/packaging. The bikes came out sweet and feature new art from @tajlucas and Fat Tires new color palette. Swipe for a closer look.

Fat Tire use these bikes for promotion, store displays and giveaways, but one is up for grabs!

Fairdale x Vans / Taj May 1, 2023

We’re happy to introduce the limited-edition Vans x Fairdale project, which includes a Taj cruiser, BMX Sk8 Hi and Old Skool sneakers, water bottle, shirt and a giraffe!

Vans has been a strong Fairdale supporter over the years, so it was only a matter of time before we partnered up on a bigger project. Drawing inspiration from both of our worlds, this project combines a classic Vans aesthetic with Fairdale’s fun and playful take on branding.

In all seriousness (kinda), It was a huge honor to design some actual Vans and put a giraffe on them. Perhaps you too can perform the Kiss of Death!

Taj and his Hareraiser November 11, 2022

Nothing to see here, just Taj Mihelich shredding the new Hareraiser dirt jumper. Frames are available NOW through shops and our store. Headset included, rigid fork sold separately.

Introducing the Fairdale Hareraiser

This fully capable 26” DJ frame is made of 100% 4130 chromoly with a 3/8” axle slot, integrated chain tensioners, BSA 73mm threaded bottom bracket, ultra-short chainstays and a tapered 1-1/8” to 1-1/2” head tube with removable tabs for a traditional BMX-style Gyro.

Designed from the ground up to make the transition between riding a MTB, DJ bike, and BMX as seamless as possible. FSA Orbit headset included with frame.

Available as Frame/Headset or Fork only.

Features

  • 100% 4130 chromoly DJ frame
  • Frame includes sealed FSA Orbit headset
  • Rigid fork includes 15mm thru-axle
  • Proven BMX tubeset construction
  • Integrated chain tensioners
  • Removable Gyro tabs (fits traditional BMX Gyros)

🎥 – @king906
🎞 – @devonhutchins
🎶 – @abledrugger