Felt TA FRD Ultimate 2021
2021 Road
Estimate price |
24,999$
Weight | 7.29 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Vision -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Single Speed
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Felt TrackAero 1.0 | UHC Ultimate + TeXtreme carbon fiber
Suspension Fork
Felt TrackAero 1.0 - Bayonet 3 | 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-Stem-Combination: TA 1.0 - Felt Bayonet 3 Direct ASC | 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 Advanced carbon fiber
About this model
TA FRD Ultimate completes the Felt Ta model. Felt launched 5 bikes of this model so far.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Track bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Track bike that is reliable is 1503$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Track bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Felt released this model in 2021, its price was 24999$. If we compare this with the average Track bike cost we notice that the price is 1563.27% higher.
Average weight for Track bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Track bike is 7.85 kg (17.31 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
Felt TA FRD Ultimate it’s weighing 7.29 kg (16.07 lbs). At this weight, is a bit lighter than average. To sum up, it’s 7.68% lighter than the average weight of Track bikes.
TA FRD Ultimate components
Fork material
TA FRD Ultimate has a carbon fork, so, it is super light and stiff. In conclusion, a carbon fork gives you great control when steering, and is also more forgiving.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the TA FRD Ultimate model has 700c carbon wheels. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
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.