Felt FR3 DISC 2018
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 Ultegra
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Suspension Rigid
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Drivetrain 2 × 11
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Recommended size guide.
47cm
152cm - 168cm
51cm
166cm - 174cm
54cm
172cm - 180cm
56cm
177cm - 186cm
58cm
183cm - 192cm
61cm
187cm - 196cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Felt Race Road UHC Advanced + TeXtreme carbon fiber, MMC with InsideOut construction, carbon fiber BB386 bottom bracket shell, 12 x 142mm Syntace style thru axle, flat mount disc brake standard, CNC aluminum replaceable rear derailleur hanger, external mechanical or internal electronic cable routing Shock:
Suspension Fork
Felt Race Road UHC Advanced + TeXtreme carbon fiber monocoque construction, size specific ControlTaper carbon fiber steerer tube, integrated crown race, crown, blades, flat mount disc standard, 12 x 100mm thru axle
Rear Shock
n/a
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra R8000 11-speed short cage
Front Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra R8000 braze-on
Shift Levers
Shimano Ultegra R8020 11-speed
Cassette
Shimano 11-speed, 11-30T
Crank
Rotor 3D30 UBB5, 52/36T, 43 - 47cm: 167.5mm, 51cm: 170mm, 54 - 56cm: 172.5mm, 58 - 61cm: 175mm
Bottom Bracket
Token BB386 with 30mm bearings
Chain
Shimano 11-speed
Chain Guide
n/a
Pedals
n/a
Wheels
Front Hub
DT Swiss 370 Straight Pull, 12 x 100mm thru axle, Center Lock
Rear Hub
DT Swiss 370 Straight Pull, 11-speed, 12 x 142mm thru axle, Center Lock
Rims
DT Swiss P1800 Spline DB, tubeless compatible 18mm inner width, 23mm depth; 1675g (wheelset)
Spokes
DT Swiss New Aero 2.0/1.2/3.0 (DS); Aerocomp 2.0/1.0/2.8 (NDS), bladed
Tires
Vittoria Rubino Pro G+ folding, 700 x 25c
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR8070 hydraulic disc, 160mm rotor
Brake Levers
Shimano Ultegra R8020, hydraulic
Cockpit
Stem
Devox, -7° rise, Ø31.8mm, 43 - 47cm: 80mm, 51cm: 90mm, 54 - 56cm: 100mm, 58cm: 110mm, 61cm: 120mm
Handlebar
Devox Carbon Variable Shape carbon, 80mm reach, 125mm drop, Ø31.8mm, 43 - 47cm: 38cm, 51cm: 40cm, 54 - 56cm: 420mm, 58 - 61cm: 440mm
Grips
Felt VelvetGel tape with 3M reflective base with reflective Felt Bubble-Tech F-Wing bar end plugs
Headset
FSA integrated sealed cartridge bearing with Felt VariableHeight Cone Spacers (20mm PC, 4.5mm aluminum), Felt top cap, 43 - 47cm: IS-21, 1.125", 51 - 54cm: No.382, 1.125 - 1.25", 56 - 61cm: No.42, 1.125 - 1.5"
Seat
Saddle
Prologo Nago Evo T2.0
Seatpost
Devox UHC Performance carbon fiber with microadjust head, 43 - 51cm: Ø27.2mm x 294mm length, 54 - 61cm: Ø27.2mm x 344mm length
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 43cm | 47cm | 51cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm | 61cm |
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| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
FR3 DISC is part of the Felt Fr3 model. Felt released 6 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Felt Fr3 bikes models from 2018, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Felt FR3 2018 is the cheapest bike model and costs 3299$. Felt FR3 DISC 2018 is the most expensive one and costs 3799$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Race bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Race bike is 3350$. However, even though the average price of a Race bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
At the moment of the release date, Felt FR3 DISC price was 3799$. Comparing the average cost of a Race bike to this one, you will see that FR3 DISC price is 13.4% higher.
Race bikes average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Race bike is 6.82 kg (15.04 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.
FR3 DISC weighs 7.5 kg (16.53 lbs) and is a bit heavier than the average. In conclusion, the average Race bike weighs 9.97% less than FR3 DISC.
Internal Cable Routing
Another thing to mention, is the internal cable routing of this bike. In conclusion, this helps you too, keep the bike cables in mint condition, and also it looks better. No more cables, surrounding the bike.
FR3 DISC components
Fork material
FR3 DISC has a carbon fork, 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
When it comes to wheels, the FR3 DISC bike is equipped with the 700c aluminum model. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The FR3 DISC has Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
