Felt IA Advanced, System Frame 2021
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Frame summary
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Frame Carbon
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Wheels 700c
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Suspension Rigid
Recommended size guide.
XS
152cm - 169cm
SM
166cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 195cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Felt IntegratedAero Disc 1.0 | UHC Advanced + TeXtreme carbon fiber
Suspension Fork
Felt IntegratedAero Disc 1.0 - Dagger | UHC Advanced + TeXtreme carbon fiber
Drivetrain
Bottom Bracket
Threaded | BSA 68mm
Brakes
Brakes
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Cockpit
Stem
Felt Dagger Direct | SuperLite aluminum
Handlebar
Basebar: Devox Dagger Direct | UHC Ultimate + Nano / Extensions: Devox ƒ-Bend | carbon fiber, 3-position / Extensions: Devox Ergomod | carbon fiber
Headset
IS (IS-2)
Seat
Saddle
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Seatpost
Felt Aero TRI IL 1.0 VM | UHC Advanced carbon fiber
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.27 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.3 mm | 1.29 mm | 1.29 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 264 mm | 264 mm | 264 mm | 264 mm | 264 mm |
| Front Center | 572 mm | 589 mm | 602 mm | 630 mm | 659 mm |
| Rake | 50 mm | 50 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 60 mm | 60 mm | 62 mm | 61 mm | 61 mm |
| Stack | 472 mm | 499 mm | 516 mm | 540 mm | 566 mm |
| Reach | 373 mm | 381 mm | 398 mm | 419 mm | 439 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 462 mm | 480 mm | 504 mm | 535 mm | 567 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 79.5 ° | 79 ° | 78.5 ° | 78 ° | 77.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 496 mm | 525 mm | 546 mm | 571 mm | 598 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 67.5 mm | 96 mm | 111 mm | 136 mm | 163 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 402 mm | 402 mm | 402 mm | 402 mm | 402 mm |
| Wheelbase | 964 mm | 981 mm | 994 mm | 1023 mm | 1052 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 72 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Standover Height | 738 mm | 770 mm | 784 mm | 813 mm | 834 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 152 cm | 166 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 169 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
Model Overview
IA Advanced, System Frame is a Felt Ia model. 58 frames variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Felt Ia frames models from 2021, here.
Model range prices
Felt IA Advanced, System Frame 2021 is the cheapest frame model and costs 3999$. Felt IA FRD Ultimate Frame 2021 is the most expensive one and costs 5499$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Triathlon frames average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Triathlon frame that is reliable is 3089$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Triathlon frame. To sum up, when you purchase your frame, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
At the moment of the release date, Felt IA Advanced, System Frame price was 3999$. If we compare this with the average Triathlon frame cost we notice that the price is 29.46% higher.
Triathlon frames average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Triathlon frame is 2.23 kg (4.92 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.
With a weight of 4.04 kg (8.91 lbs), Felt frame is much heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 81.17% heavier than the average weight of Triathlon frames.
Overview of components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this frame has a carbon one, so, its weight is considerably lighter than one made out of steel. However, they cost a bit more than steel forks.
Sizes
This frame is available in 5 sizes. They vary from 152 cm – 195 cm (4.99 ft – 6.4 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.
