Felt 7 Ninety 2017
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 27.5"
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Travel Front 75mm
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Fork SunTour
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Groupset Altus, Tourney
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Suspension Hardtail
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Drivetrain 3 × 7
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Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Felt XC, 6061 aluminum, Hydroform, semi-integrated head tube, replaceable derailleur hanger, IS disc mounts, standard 73mm threaded bottom bracket, 135mm OLD, Ø30.9mm seatpost, Ø34.9mm low clamp front derailleur
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour 3031, preload, 75mm
Rear Shock
n/a
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tourney
Shift Levers
Shimano ST-EF41-L 3x7
Cassette
Sunrace 7-speed cassette, 11-34T
Crank
Suntour XCC XS/SM - 170mm MS/LG/XL-175mm
Bottom Bracket
Square taper
Chain
KMC Z51
Chain Guide
n/a
Pedals
Low-profile resin platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Forged aluminum, 6-bolt, QRx100
Rear Hub
Forged aluminum, 6-bolt, QRx135
Rims
Aluminum double wall, 19mm inside
Spokes
2.0mm stainless
Tires
MTB knobby design, 27.5 x 1.95
Brakes
Brakes
Front Brake: Tektro M280 mechanical disc, 180mm rotor/Rear Brake: Tektro M280 mechanical disc, 160mm rotor
Brake Levers
Shimano STEF41
Cockpit
Stem
Felt MTB 3D-forged threadless 1-1/8" +/- 7° rise for Ø31.8mm handlebar w/ Cr-Mo bolts: XXS/XS - 70mm SM/MD - 70mm LG/XL - 80mm
Handlebar
Felt MTB 6061 riser, Ø31.8mm, 20mm rise x 6° sweep x 9° bend (720mm)
Grips
Felt Wing Grip, double-density
Headset
NECO H115H-1
Seat
Saddle
Felt MTB performance
Seatpost
Felt 6061, single bolt, 15mm offset, Ø30.9 (300MM)
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 14" | 16" | 18" | 20" | 22" |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.53 mm | 1.49 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.38 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 305 mm | 305 mm | 305 mm | 305 mm | 305 mm |
| Front Center | 618 mm | 638 mm | 658 mm | 679 mm | 699 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 84 mm | 84 mm | 84 mm | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Stack | 588 mm | 597 mm | 607 mm | 616 mm | 626 mm |
| Reach | 384 mm | 401 mm | 418 mm | 435 mm | 452 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 557 mm | 582 mm | 602 mm | 622 mm | 642 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 356 mm | 406 mm | 547 mm | 508 mm | 559 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 140 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1045 mm | 1065 mm | 1086 mm | 1106 mm | 1127 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Standover Height | 667 mm | 707 mm | 752 mm | 787 mm | 817 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
About this model
7 Ninety is a Felt 7 model. Felt launched 9 bikes of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2017 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Felt 7 Ninety 2017 is the cheapest bike model and costs 499$. Felt 7 Seventy 2017 is the most expensive one and costs 849$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2017 for 499$. In conclusion, this bike price is 281.76% lower than the price of the average Crosscountry bike.
Average weight for Crosscountry bikes
Crosscountry bikes have an average weight of 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
With a weight of 14.71 kg (32.43 lbs), Felt bike is much heavier than average. In conclusion, the average Crosscountry bike weighs 18.63% less than 7 Ninety.
Overview of components
Fork
The 7 Ninety comes factory-installed with the SunTour fork. This has a travel range of 75mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels
The 7 Ninety 2017 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These wheels will provide you with more control over the bike. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The 7 Ninety comes with Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.
