Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset 105, Dura-Ace -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Felt Custom Butted Super-light 7005 Aluminum, Forged Horizontal Dropouts
Suspension Fork
Felt 3.3 UHM Aero carbon fiber
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 105 SS Short Cage
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105 braze-on, double
Shift Levers
Shimano Dura-Ace SL-BS78 bar end, 20 speed
Cassette
Shimano 10-Speed Cassette, 12-25T
Crank
Shimano FC-R550, Forged Aluminum, 53/39T; 48 & 50cm=170mm, 52cm & 54cm=172.5mm, 56cm-60cm=175mm
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Hollowtech-II
Chain
Shimano 10-Speed
Pedals
n/a
Wheels
Rims
Felt TTR-4 700c 30mm Deep Aluminum with CNC Machined Braking Surface, 24H Front/28H Rear
Spokes
DT Champion Stainless 2.0mm
Tires
Vittoria Rubino Slick Folding 700c x 23c
Brakes
Brakes
Dual Pivot with Cartridge Brake Shoes, Stainless Hardware and Teflon Bushings
Brake Levers
TRP Aero RX 4.1 Alloy
Cockpit
Stem
FELT 3.2 6061 Alumnim 3D Forged 26.0mm with +/- 7 Degree Rise, 48cm=60mm, 50cm=80mm, 52cm=90mm, 54cm=100mm, 56cm=100mm, 58cm=110mm, 60cm=110mm.
Handlebar
"Felt Tri Specific Design: 6061 Butted Aero Base Bar, 26.0mm 48-52cm=400mm, 54cm & 56cm=420mm, 58cm & 60cm=440mm, with Clip-On Adjustable Length 7075 Aluminum Bend extensions and ALLOY arm rests with High Density Foam Pads"
Grips
Devox Tri-tip Ergonomic Base Bar grip with Felt Gel Ribbon Cork Tape WHITE with FELT 3D Logo wrapped extensions
Headset
Cane Creek type 1" Integrated with 20mm Cone and 2 X 7.5mm Spacer Stack
Seat
Saddle
FELT 3.3 Tri/TT Saddle with Carbon Injected base, Gel Nose, Custom Waterproof Cover and Extended Length Hollow Chrome Moly rails
Seatpost
FELT 3.3 6061 Aluminum with Dual Position Saddle Mount, 27.2mm, 300mm
About this model
S32 belongs to the Felt S32 model. Felt released 7 bikes variations of this model so far.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Triathlon bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Triathlon bike is 4177$. However, even though the average price of a Triathlon bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 1549$. In conclusion, this bike price is 169.66% smaller than the price of the average Triathlon bike.
Average weight for Triathlon bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Triathlon bike is 8.9 kg (19.62 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
Felt S32 it’s weighing 9.67 kg (21.32 lbs). At this weight, is a bit heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 8.65% heavier than the average weight of Triathlon bikes.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork is made out of carbon, so, it’s a great addition to the bike’s value. However, carbon forks should be regularly inspected for damage because even the smallest crack could cause the fork to fall apart.
Wheels size
The S32 2009 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The S32 comes with Rim brakes. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.
Sizes
This bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In conclusion, double-check its size to make sure it’s a good fit for you.