Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Ultegra -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Felt Aero Road UHC Performance carbon fiber, MMC w/ InsideOut construction, BB30, carbon fiber dropouts, replaceable rear derailleur hanger, internal cable routing (electronic compatible)
Suspension Fork
Felt Aero Road UHC Performance carbon fiber monocoque construction, AeroTaper 1.125" - 1.25" carbon fiber steerer tube w/ integrated crown race, crown, blades & dropouts
Rear Shock
n/a
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra 11-speed short cage
Front Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra 11-speed braze-on
Shift Levers
Shimano Ultegra 11-speed STI
Cassette
Shimano Ultegra 11-speed, 11-25T
Crank
Shimano Ultegra 11-speed 48cm = 165mm 51cm = 170mm 54 - 56cm = 172.5mm 58 - 61cm = 175mm
Bottom Bracket
FSA BB30 w/ 24mm spindle reducers
Chain
Shimano Ultegra 11-speed
Chain Guide
n/a
Pedals
n/a
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano RS31
Rear Hub
Shimano RS31, 11-speed
Rims
Shimano RS31
Spokes
Shimano RS31
Tires
Vittoria Rubino Pro Slick, 700 x 23c
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Ultegra F: dual pivot caliper, R: direct mount
Brake Levers
Shimano Ultegra 11-speed STI
Cockpit
Stem
Felt SuperLite, +/-7° rise, Ø31.8mm 48cm = 80mm 51cm = 90mm 54 - 56cm = 100mm 58cm = 110mm 61cm = 120mm
Handlebar
Felt Aero Road VariableShape, 80mm reach, 130mm drop, Ø31.8mm 48cm = 380mm 51cm = 400mm 54 - 56cm = 420mm 58 - 61cm = 440mm
Grips
Felt SuperGel Tape
Headset
FSA No. 38 integrated, 1.125" - 1.25" sealed cartridge bearing w/ aluminum 4.5mm cone spacer, 20mm optional secondary cone spacer, 2 x 10mm + 1 x 5mm PC headset spacers, Felt compression device, top cap & aluminum bolt
Seat
Saddle
Prologo Zero T2.0
Seatpost
Felt VariMount Aero Road flip position UHC carbon fiber, 350mm length
Fit data
Geometry
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
AR4 completes the Felt Ar4 model. Felt launched 7 bikes of this model so far.
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 Aero bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of an Aero bike that is reliable is 4211$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Aero bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2014 for 3499$. Comparing the average cost of an Aero bike to this one, you will see that AR4 price is 20.35% lower.
Aero bikes average weight
The average weight for Aero bikes is 7.34 kg (16.18 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
Felt AR4 it’s weighing 8.06 kg (17.77 lbs). At this weight, is a bit heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 9.81% heavier than the average weight of Aero bikes.
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 on this bike is made out of carbon, 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 size
When leaving the production line, the AR4 model has 700c aluminum wheels. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Felt AR4 has Rim brakes installed. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.