Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Ultegra, FSA -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Felt Fit Woman Road UHC Performance carbon fiber, MMC w/ InsideOut construction, BB30 & dropouts, replaceable rear derailleur hanger, electronic-compatible internal cable routing
Suspension Fork
Felt Fit Woman Road UHC Performance carbon fiber monocoque construction, 1.125" carbon fiber steerer tube w/ integrated crown race, crown, blades & dropouts (Petite, Small) Felt Fit Woman Road UHC Performance carbon fiber monocoque construction, ControlTaper 1.125" - 1.5" carbon fiber steerer tube w/ integrated crown race, crown, blades & dropouts (Medium, Tall)
Rear Shock
n/a
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra 11-speed long cage
Front Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra 11-speed braze-on
Shift Levers
Shimano Ultegra 11-speed STI
Cassette
Shimano Ultegra 11-speed, 11-32T
Crank
FSA Energy BB30 Petite - Small = 165mm Medium = 170mm Tall = 172.5mm
Bottom Bracket
FSA BB30
Chain
Shimano Ultegra 11-speed
Chain Guide
n/a
Pedals
n/a
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano RS11
Rear Hub
Shimano RS11, 11-speed
Rims
Shimano RS11
Spokes
Shimano RS11
Tires
Vittoria Rubino Pro Tech, 700 x 23c
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Ultegra dual pivot caliper
Brake Levers
Shimano Ultegra 11-speed STI
Cockpit
Stem
Felt Fit Woman SuperLite, Ø31.8mm Petite = +/-17° rise, 60mm Small = +/-17° rise, 70mm Medium = +/-7° rise, 80mm Tall = +/-7° rise, 90mm
Handlebar
Felt Fit Woman SuperLite Road, 71mm reach, 118mm drop, Ø31.8mm Petite - Medium = 380mm Tall = 400mm
Grips
Felt SuperGel Tape
Headset
FSA IS integrated, 1.125" sealed cartridge bearing w/ aluminum 15mm cone spacer, 2 x 10mm PC headset spacer + 1 x 5mm aluminum headset spacer, Felt compression device, top cap & aluminum bolt (Petite, Small) FSA NO.42 integrated, 1.125" - 1.5" sealed cartridge bearing w/ aluminum 15mm cone spacer, 2 x 10mm PC headset spacer + 1 x 5mm aluminum headset spacer, Felt compression device, top cap & aluminum bolt (Medium, Tall)
Seat
Saddle
Prologo Kappa DEA
Seatpost
Felt Fit Woman Road UHC Performance carbon fiber, Ø27.2mm, 330mm length
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | Petite | SM | MD | Tall |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.45 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.47 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 264 mm | 264 mm | 266 mm | 266 mm |
| Front Center | 576 mm | 578 mm | 583 mm | 595 mm |
| Rake | 52 mm | 52 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Trail | 68 mm | 59 mm | 57 mm | 54 mm |
| Stack | 513 mm | 526 mm | 537 mm | 557 mm |
| Reach | 353 mm | 359 mm | 369 mm | 380 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 491 mm | 508 mm | 521 mm | 541 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.25 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° | 74 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 430 mm | 450 mm | 470 mm | 500 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.25 ° | 71.25 ° | 72 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 130 mm | 140 mm | 160 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 406 mm | 406 mm | 413 mm | 413 mm |
| Wheelbase | 970 mm | 973 mm | 986 mm | 998 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 72 mm | 72 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
ZW3 belongs to the Felt Zw3 model. Felt launched 6 bikes of this model so far.
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 Race bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Race bike is 3350$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Race bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2014 for 2999$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that ZW3 price is 11.7% smaller than the average cost of a Race bike.
Average weight for Race bikes
The average weight for Race bikes is 6.82 kg (15.04 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
considerably heavier than average, ZW3 has a weight of 7.68 kg (16.93 lbs). In other words, this model is 12.61% heavier than the average Race bike.
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork is made out of carbon, 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
As for the wheels, Felt ZW3 2014, has a 700c aluminum 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 ZW3 is equipped with Rim brakes. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, they have problems in wet conditions.