Felt TA FRD Ultimate 2022
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon
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Wheels 700c
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Groupset Vision
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Suspension Rigid
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Drivetrain Single Speed
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Felt TrackAero | UHC Ultimate + TeXtreme carbon fiber
Suspension Fork
Felt Bayonet 3 TrackAero | UHC Ultimate + TeXtreme carbon fiber
Drivetrain
Cassette
Proprietary Felt & Phil Wood LHD spline drive cog set - 13, 14, 15, 16T, 3/32" / "Race": Proprietary Felt & Phil Wood aluminum track lock ring, silver / "Train": Proprietary Felt & Phil Wood aluminum track lock ring, black
Crank
"Race": Proprietary Felt & Vision LHD Metron Aero Track with Stages Cycling power meter and 50, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55T chain rings / "Train": Proprietary Felt & Vision LHD Track with 50, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55T chain rings
Bottom Bracket
Press-Fit | PF42 68mm
Chain
CeramicSpeed UFO Racing Track, 3/32"
Wheels
Front Hub
"Race": Proprietary Felt & HED Track 70mm / "Train": Proprietary Felt & Phil Wood Track 70mm, black
Rear Hub
"Race": Proprietary Felt & HED Track 95mm spline drive / "Train": Proprietary Felt & Phil Wood Track 95mm spline drive, black
Rims
Carbon
Spokes
"Train": HED, J-Bend, Bladed, stainless steel, black
Tires
Tires for Elite track riding are typically determined by National or Professional Trade Team. If this is not the case for you, Felt has incredible experience in testing and would happily discuss which tires we recommend in your purchase of a TA FRD.
Brakes
Brakes
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Cockpit
Handlebar
AeroBar: Felt Bayonet 3 TrackAero | UHC Ultimate + TeXtreme carbon fiber / Extensions: Devox ƒ-Bend | carbon fiber, 3-position / Extensions: Devox ƒ-Bend | aluminum, 3-position /
Headset
IS (19mm)
Seat
Saddle
Saddle for Elite track riding is typically determined by National or Professional Trade Team. If this is not the case for you, Felt has incredible experience in testing and would happily discuss which saddles we recommend in your purchase of a TA FRD.
Seatpost
Felt TrackAero IL 1.0 | UHC Ultimate + TeXtreme carbon fiber
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
About this model
TA FRD Ultimate is part of the Felt Ta model. 5 bikes variations carry this model name so far.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Track bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Track bike you should know that the average price is 1503$. However, you could also get a good Track bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
When Felt released this model in 2022, its price was 25999$. Comparing this to the average Track bike price, we see that the price is 1629.81% higher.
Average weight for Track bikes
Track bikes weigh an average of 7.85 kg (17.31 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
With a weight of 7.29 kg (16.07 lbs), Felt bike is a bit lighter than average. In conclusion, the average Track bike weighs 7.68% more than TA FRD Ultimate.
TA FRD Ultimate components
Fork material
The fork is made out of carbon, so, its weight is considerably lighter than one made out of steel. However, they cost a bit more than steel forks.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the TA FRD Ultimate bike is equipped with the 700c carbon model. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
