Felt Red Baron 3-SP 2018
2018 Urban
Estimate price |
699$
Weight | 17.1 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Groupset Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Internally Geared Hub -
Brakes Coaster
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Felt Hydroformed tank, aluminum, w/ Drillium frame plates & carrier bosses
Suspension Fork
Unicrown steel, curved blades
Rear Shock
n/a
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano Revo 3-speed twist
Cassette
22T cog
Crank
1-pc heat-treated steel, 170mm
Bottom Bracket
USA size, looseball
Chain
KMC Z410, 1/8"
Chain Guide
n/a
Pedals
Felt Flatbed platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Felt aluminum 5 star hi-flange, semi sealed, 36H
Rear Hub
Shimano Nexus 3-speed, 36H
Rims
Felt aluminum 50mm super wide
Spokes
Heavy Duty 12G stainless steel
Tires
Felt Quick Brick 26 x 2.125"
Brakes
Brakes
Rear Brake: Coaster brake
Brake Levers
n/a
Cockpit
Stem
Front mount 4-bolt, forged aluminum, 50mm extension, Ø22.2mm
Handlebar
Felt low-rise cruiser, Ø22.2mm, 65mm rise, 670mm wide
Grips
Felt Kraton rubber, vinyl wrapped & stitched
Headset
1-1/8" semi-integrated threaded
Seat
Saddle
Felt custom low-profile nose-springer w/ paneled cover & rivets
Seatpost
Ø27.2 x 350mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | One Size |
|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.37 mm |
| Front Center | 671 mm |
| Rake | 55 mm |
| Trail | 62 mm |
| Stack | 559 mm |
| Reach | 407 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 647 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 67 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 465 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 140 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 515 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1183 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 42 mm |
| Standover Height | 750 mm |
| Wheels | 26" |
| Rider Min Height | 120 cm |
About this model
Red Baron 3-SP is part of the Felt Red model. Felt launched 5 bikes of this model 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.
Average price for Cruiser bikes
If you want an acceptable Cruiser bike you should know that the average price is 332$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Cruiser bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 699$. Comparing the average cost of a Cruiser bike to this one, you will see that Red Baron 3-SP price is 110.54% more expensive.
Cruiser bikes average weight
Cruiser bikes have an average weight of 15.83 kg (34.9 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Felt Red Baron 3-SP it’s weighing 17.1 kg (37.7 lbs). At this weight, is a bit heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 8.02% heavier than the average weight of Cruiser bikes.
Overview of components
Fork material
Red Baron 3-SP has a steel fork, so, it can add some extra weight to your bike. However, steel is a pretty tough and durable material.
Wheels size
The wheels on Red Baron 3-SP are the 26″ aluminum type. Being a little smaller, these wheels will fit both small and tall riders. However, they provide less traction than 29″ wheels do.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Coaster brakes. These brakes are pretty efficient, and they’re not so pricey. However, they have flaws, especially if the chain falls off.