Felt NINE 80 2017
2017 Mountain
Estimate price |
599$
Weight | 14.63 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork SunTour XCT
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Groupset Acera, Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Felt XC, butted 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 XCT, Preload, 100mm
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera, long cage
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus, low clamp 34.9, dual pull, top swing
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus 3x8
Cassette
Sunrace CSM56, 8-speed, 11-34T
Crank
Shimano TY501 XS/SM - 170mm MD/LG/XL - 175mm
Bottom Bracket
Square taper
Chain
Sunrace M84
Chain Guide
N/A
Pedals
Low-profile nylon platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Forged aluminum, 6-bolt, QRx100
Rear Hub
Forged aluminum, 6-bolt, QRx135
Rims
Aluminum double wall, 18mm inside
Spokes
2.0mm stainless
Tires
Schwalbe Rapid Rob Kevlarguard, 29 x 2.1
Brakes
Brakes
Front Brake: Tektro M285 hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor Rear Brake: Tektro M285 hydraulic disc, 160mm rotor
Brake Levers
Tektro M285
Cockpit
Stem
Felt MTB 3D-forged threadless 1-1/8"" +/- 7° rise for Ø31.8mm handlebar w/ black Cr-Mo bolts: XS - 70mm SM/MD - 80mm LG - 90mm XL - 100mm
Handlebar
Felt MTB 6061 riser, Ø31.8mm, 15mm rise x 6° sweep x 9° bend (720mm)
Grips
Felt Wing Grip, double-density
Headset
FSA NO.10 w/16.2mm custom cone spacer
Seat
Saddle
Felt MTB performance
Seatpost
Felt butted 6061, dual-bolt micro-adjust 15mm offset, Ø30.9 XS/SM (350MM) MD/LG/XL (400MM)
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 14" | 16" | 18" | 20" | 22" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.54 mm | 1.54 mm | 1.5 mm | 15.415 mm | 1.43 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm |
| Front Center | 618 mm | 638 mm | 658 mm | 678 mm | 698 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 81 mm | 80 mm | 80 mm | -310 mm | 80 mm |
| Stack | 602 mm | 621 mm | 630 mm | 639 mm | 649 mm |
| Reach | 391 mm | 404 mm | 421 mm | mm | 455 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 567 mm | 592 mm | 612 mm | 632 mm | 652 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 356 mm | 406 mm | 457 mm | 508 mm | 559 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 90 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 447 mm | 452 mm | 452 mm | 452 mm | 452 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1056 mm | 1082 mm | 1102 mm | 1122 mm | 1143 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Standover Height | 686 mm | 721 mm | 767 mm | 801 mm | 830 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
About this model
NINE 80 completes the Felt Nine model. 66 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Felt Nine bikes models from 2017, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Felt NINE 80 2017 has a starting price of 599$. Felt NINE 1 2017 on the other hand is the most expensive at 4999$.
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 Crosscountry bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
When Felt released this model in 2017, its price was 599$. Comparing the average cost of a Crosscountry bike to this one, you will see that NINE 80 price is 218.03% smaller.
Average weight for Crosscountry bikes
Crosscountry bikes have an average weight of 12.4 kg (27.34 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.
Weighing 14.63 kg (32.25 lbs), the NINE 80 model is much heavier than average. In other words, this model is 17.98% heavier than the average Crosscountry bike.
NINE 80 components
Fork
This bike has the SunTour XCT fork installed. The fork’s travel is 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the NINE 80 model has 29″ aluminum wheels. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.