Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
-
-
Frame Carbon
-
Wheels 700c
-
Groupset Dura-Ace Di2
-
Suspension Rigid
-
Drivetrain 2 × 11 Electronic
-
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Felt Aero Road UHC Ultimate + TeXtreme® carbon fiber, MMC w/ InsideOut construction, carbon fiber BB30 & dropouts, 7075 CNC aluminum replaceable rear derailleur hanger, electronic-specific internal cable routing
Suspension Fork
Felt Aero Road UHC Ultimate + TeXtreme® carbon fiber monocoque construction, AeroTaper 1.125" - 1.25" carbon fiber steer tube w/ integrated crown race, crown, blades & dropouts
Rear Shock
n/a
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Dura-Ace Di2
Front Derailleur
Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 braze-on
Shift Levers
Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 w/ secondary sprint shifters
Cassette
Shimano Dura-Ace, 12-25T
Crank
Shimano Dura-Ace 48cm = 165mm 51cm = 170mm 54 - 56cm = 172.5mm 58 - 61cm = 175mm
Bottom Bracket
FSA Ceramic BB30 w/ 24mm spindle reducers
Chain
Shimano Dura-Ace 11-speed
Chain Guide
n/a
Pedals
n/a
Wheels
Front Hub
Zipp 404 Firecrest
Rear Hub
Zipp 404 Firecrest, 11-speed
Rims
Zipp 404 Firecrest carbon fiber
Spokes
Zipp 404 Firecrest
Tires
Vittoria Diamante Pro Light, 220tpi, 700 x 23c
Brakes
Brakes
Front Brake: Shimano Dura-Ace dual pivot caliper w/carbon fiber rim brake pads Rear Brake: Shimano Dura-Ace direct mount w/carbon fiber rim brake pads
Brake Levers
Shimano Dura-Ace Di2
Cockpit
Stem
3T Integra LTD carbon fiber w/ titanium bolts, -10° rise, Ø31.8mm 48 - 51cm = 100mm 54 - 56cm = 110mm 58cm = 120mm 61cm = 130mm
Handlebar
3T Aerotundo LTD carbon fiber, 124mm reach, 145mm drop, Ø31.8mm 48 - 51cm = 400mm 54 - 56cm = 420mm 58 - 61cm = 440mm
Grips
Felt VelvetGel Tape
Headset
FSA No. 44 integrated, 1.125" - 1.25" sealed superlight cartridge bearing w/ carbon fiber 15mm cone spacer, 2 x 10mm carbon fiber headset spacer + 1 x 5mm PC headset spacer, Felt compression device, carbon fiber top cap & aluminum bolt
Seat
Saddle
Prologo Zero II CPC Nack
Seatpost
Felt VariMount Aero Road flip position UHC carbon fiber, 350mm length
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 48cm | 51cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm | 61cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.38 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.47 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 264 mm | 266 mm | 266 mm | 266 mm | 266 mm | 266 mm |
| Front Center | 577 mm | 579 mm | 580 mm | 588 mm | 603 mm | 622 mm |
| Rake | 52 mm | 50 mm | 45 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm |
| Trail | 61 mm | 52 mm | 56 mm | 55 mm | 52 mm | 51 mm |
| Stack | 516 mm | 529 mm | 552 mm | 573 mm | 594 mm | 623 mm |
| Reach | 373 mm | 385 mm | 389 mm | 398 mm | 412 mm | 423 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 516 mm | 536 mm | 551 mm | 566 mm | 586 mm | 611 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 440 mm | 470 mm | 500 mm | 520 mm | 550 mm | 590 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 ° | 72.5 ° | 73 ° | 73.5 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 120 mm | 140 mm | 160 mm | 180 mm | 210 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 414 mm | 414 mm | 416 mm | 416 mm | 416 mm | 416 mm |
| Wheelbase | 980 mm | 983 mm | 986 mm | 994 mm | 1009 mm | 1030 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 72 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
AR FRD is part of the Felt Ar model. 41 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Check out the entire range from 2015 of this model, by clicking this link.
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.
Average price for Aero bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Aero bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 4211$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on an Aero bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 12999$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that AR FRD price is 208.69% higher than the average cost of an Aero bike.
Internal Cable Routing
It’s also important to mention the internal cable routing that this bike has. In short, this will allow you to keep your bike cables in great condition. Say goodbye to hanging cables.
Overview of components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a carbon one, so, it won’t add up to much weight to your bike. However, the price you have to pay for a carbon fork is considerably higher.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the AR FRD bike is equipped with the 700c carbon model. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Felt AR FRD is equipped with Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they have problems in wet conditions.
