Secan 2.5

Secan. Gravel, tarmac, everywhere….. Its design revolves around the simple idea that you can transition between road and off-road and still ride fast.

Real-world riding drives the design of this bike. A performance tube set that feels lively and eager, not over-built. A light-weight and confidence inspiring carbon fork with cage mounts and internally sleeved dynamo routing.

A geometry and ride position that feels familiar and efficient on the road but stable and predictable off-road. A more sloping top tube to aid manoeuvrability and increase comfort when things get rough. Huge tyre clearance but chain stays only 12mm longer than the Strael. The frame features ports for dynamo rear lighting, with clever solutions for every type of configuration; representing a level of care and detailing that you would normally only see in the custom world.

Versatility. Designed to be your most used bike.

Secan 2.5 Features

The best way to learn about the Secan 2.5 is to read the detailed design notes. They speak to the care and thoughtful consideration we put into designing and manufacturing our products

Base build options

A summary of our base spec build options and pricing. All bikes are fully configurable. Upgrades include Hope or Chris King headsets, SON dynamo installations, alternative wheels (Hunt, Hope & DT Swiss), alternative tyre options and even King Cage bottle cages. Every bike is assembled from start to finish by a single mechanic and built just for you.


ALEX MCCORMACK

BRIGHT MIDNIGHT RACE WINNER 2024

Lookbooks

Secan 2.5 Desert Lookbook

Secan 2.5 Monochrome Lookbook

Secan 2.5 Plum Lookbook

Secan 2.5 Dropout Guide

Proportional Geometry

Better fitting bikes

All Fairlight bikes have been thoughtfully conceived with the rider in mind. Everybody is different; our bikes are designed to account for differences in body proportions, not just overall height. We call this ‘proportional geometry’. We offer all of our frame sizes in (R)egular and (T)all versions so that you can achieve your perfect fit.

R – Regular

Lower at the front and longer in reach. Designed for people with shorter legs and a longer back but just as suitable for riders wanting a lower and racier riding position.

T – Tall

Higher at the front and shorter in reach. Designed for people with longer legs and a shorter back but also appropriate for riders who want a more upright riding position.

Reviews & Awards

Road.cc - Winner - Gravel Bike of the Year 2023/24 - "The Secan 2.5’s geometry, meticulous design, and versatility are what have made it our Gravel and Adventure Bike of the Year."

Cycling News - 18 month in-depth review - "It is, to all intents and purposes, perfect. There’s nothing I’d change…Basically, I can’t think of a bike that does so many things this well."

The Radavist - "By the time I’d put a few months’ riding into the Secan, I was certain that it was as fast a bike as I’d ever desire... possibly the most adaptable bike I’ve ever ridden."

Road.cc - Staff Bikes - What Bike & Components Did A PRO Bike Reviewer Spend His OWN Money On? - "Staff Bikes episode we take a look at Stu's new Fairlight Secan 2.5 gravel bike"

Just Ride Bikes - Why I bought a Fairlight Cycles Secan - "For me this bike is the perfect embodiment of the style of riding I love to do on a dropped bar bike"

Gran Fondo - "A bike that encompasses everything that we love and appreciate about this hobby. For many out there, this bike is sure to be the bike of their dreams..."

Advntr.cc - "There have been numerous reviews of the Secan over the years and this is no different in that it’s a 10 out of 10."

Just Ride Bikes - How I've upgraded my Fairlight Cycles Secan for Winter - "A bike that puts emphasis on comfort, versatility and being practical and durable..."

Information

Specifications

We carefully select our components to match our bikes' functional ethos. Components marked [C] are configurable on the 'Buy Now' page.

Technical Details

FrameTubes made in Birmingham, England. Frames hand-built in Taiwan
Custom butted and formed Reynolds 853/853-DZB front triangle and custom formed heat-treated 4130 rear end
ForkFairlight Cempa 2 100x12mm full carbon fork with 1.1/2in -1.1/in tapered steerer. Internal dynamo routing
Paint & ProtectionFrame is phosphate dipped then 'ED-coated' to provide maximum corrosion protection. Each frame is hand painted.
ComponentsFront and rear Fairlight axles
Fairlight 3D printed cable guide
Fairlight x Bentley Mk.2 142x12mm flat-mount dropouts
Mounts3 sets of bottle bosses
Fork adventure cage mounts
Front and rear mudguard mounts
Rear rack mounts
CompatibilityCompatible with Shimano, SRAM and Campagnolo road and gravel groupsets
Internal routing for front and rear dynamo lamps. Drive and non-drive mounting options. See design notes
Bottom bracket - 68mm threaded BSA
Chainsets - Compatible with up to 50x34T 2x and 44T 1x maximum chainring sizes
Front Mech - 28.6mm band-on
Seatpost - 27.2mm
Seatpost clamp - 29.8mm or 30mm
Rotors - 160mm max front and rear
SHIS Headset specification – ZS44/28.6 | EC44/40
Tyre ClearanceMax measured width: 1x setup – 700 x 50mm, 650 x 60mm / 2x setup - 700 x 47mm, 650 x 57mm
Max with guards: 1x setup – 700 x 45mm, 650 x 55mm / 2x setup - 700 x 42mm, 650 x 48mm
Note: Tyre heights can vary depending on tread pattern and brand. Rim widths can also have a significant effect on tyre height. In addition, front derailleurs can vary in size. So the above measurements are a guide only. They are based on CAD drawing information and actual physical tests with a range of tyres.
Rider Weight LimitRider weight Limit – 115kg
Combined max luggage on bike – 25kg
Individual Loading Max Fork – 3kg each side (6kg total)
Rear Rack – 25kg
Total weight limit – Rider + Luggage – 115kg
Warranty5 Year warranty on Frame & Forks. 2 year warranty on components. Limited to original purchaser

Frame Bag Guide

If you are planning on fitting a frame bag to your Secan, then you can use the below guide sheet to get all the dimensions you need. It includes all front triangle inside measurements and angles, as well as downtube safe zones for straps for full frame bags.

Where are Fairlight bikes made?

Our Strael, Secan and Faran frames are made in Taiwan. All bikes are hand assembled to order in our London, UK workshop.

Can I order my bike without wheels?

No, unfortunately we cannot sell a bike without wheels. It is not possible to ship, prepare or build a bike without wheels.

Can I order components with my frameset?

No, we cannot ship any additional components in the frame box, e.g. groupset, handlebars, etc., with a frameset. The options we offer are a full build or a frameset.

Do you have a mudguard / fender recommendation?

We recommend any of the mudguards offered by SKS. If you want something a little more special we suggest the Portland Design Works Full Metal Fenders.
– PDW Full Metal Fenders 37mm for 30mm tyres or narrower.
– PDW Full Metal Fenders 45mm for 35mm tyres or narrower. You an also go with the 45mm guards for more coverage on narrower tyres.

As the fittings are standard, any mudguards will work. You will need to create a hole in the mudguard to attach it to the seatstay bridge. Some mudguards require a small bit of trimming to fit in between the chainstays. We cannot fit mudguards to bikes, either sent or collected.

What rack do you recommend?

We would recommend anything from Tubus. As the mounts for the rack are standard any brand will fit.

How much assembly is required when my Fairlight bike arrives?

All Fairlights are shipped in boxes specifically designed to enable the bike to be safe and protected in transit. When your bike arrives you will need to fit the front wheel, handlebars and seatpost. Pedals are not included but will also need to be fitted before its maiden voyage.

How will my Fairlight frameset arrive?

All Fairlights are shipped in boxes specifically designed to enable safe and protected transportation. When your frameset is assembled by our mechanics all threads are tapped and inspected with bolts fitted where necessary. If ordered, the headset cups are installed into the frame and the crown race is fitted to the fork, if not, the headtube is reamed and faced ready for headset installation. The bottom bracket shell is chased and faced ready for a bottom bracket to be fitted with ease.

Recovery - India Landy

In this short film, Fairlight team rider India Landy talks about how ultra-distance cycling helped her to heal and recover. Beautifully honest and insightful and highlights, how on some level, cycling is medicine for all of us; mindfulness, routine, ups and downs, highs and lows, escapism.

Beautifully captured by @lloydjwright

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