Felt Café 3 Men’s 2013
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 700c
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Groupset Shimano
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Suspension Rigid
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Drivetrain Internally Geared Hub
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Brakes Coaster
Recommended size guide.
MD
165cm - 177cm
LG
175cm - 188cm
XL
185cm - 198cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Felt Café, relaxed geometry, 6061 aluminum w/hydroform TT, TIG welding
Suspension Fork
Felt Café uni-crown, 4130 cr-mo blades & steerer tube
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano Revo 3 speed twist shifter
Cassette
Shimano IGH cog 18T
Crank
3-piece aluminum, steel 42T chainring
Bottom Bracket
Euro cartridge type 68mm
Chain
KMC Z410 1-sp, 1/8" CP
Chain Guide
N/A
Pedals
nylon platform w/non-slip rubber tread
Wheels
Front Hub
aluminum cold-forged sealed mechanism Q/R 36H
Rear Hub
Shimano Nexus 3-sp IGH coaster brake 36H
Rims
700c double-wall aluminum ground sidewalls
Spokes
stainless steel 14G
Tires
Felt Café 30TPI skinwall 700x38c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro V-type, forged aluminum: w/anti-rust hardware, w/power modulator, front only
Brake Levers
Tektro alloy w/Kraton rubber comfort inserts, w/integrated bell
Cockpit
Stem
aluminum quill adjustable height melt-forged single bolt
Handlebar
Felt aluminum touring type, gender-specific shape
Grips
Felt super soft Kraton rubber, 2-piece twist shifter grips
Headset
1-1/8” semi-integrated threaded
Seat
Saddle
Felt Café design, comfort gel, comfort foam, gender-specific shapes
Seatpost
aluminum micro-adjust, 27.2mm x 350mm
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.39 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.41 mm |
| Front Center | 649 mm | 669 mm | 684 mm |
| Rake | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Trail | 62 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm |
| Stack | 556 mm | 575 mm | 594 mm |
| Reach | 400 mm | 414 mm | 422 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 598 mm | 612 mm | 627 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 432 mm | 483 mm | 533 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 150 mm | 170 mm | 190 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 498 mm | 498 mm | 498 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1140 mm | 1160 mm | 1175 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Standover Height | 703 mm | 748 mm | 792 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 165 cm | 175 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 177 cm | 188 cm | 198 cm |
About this model
Café 3 Men’s is part of the Felt Cafe model. 50 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Felt Cafe bikes models from 2013, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Felt Café 7 Women’s 2013 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 519$. On the other hand, Felt Café 24 Deluxe Men’s 2013, is the most expensive and costs 669$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for General Urban bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a General Urban bike that is reliable is 499$. However, even though the average price of a General Urban bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2013 for 569$. Comparing this to the average General Urban bike price, we see that the price is 14.03% more expensive.
Average weight for General Urban bikes
General Urban bikes have an average weight of 13.11 kg (28.9 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Weighing 13.56 kg (29.89 lbs), the Café 3 Men’s model is slightly heavier than average. In other words, this model is 3.43% heavier than the average General Urban bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of steel, so, it can add some extra weight to your bike. However, steel is a pretty tough and durable material.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the Café 3 Men’s bike is equipped with the 700c aluminum model. 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
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Café 3 Men’s has Coaster brakes. Coaster brakes are among the oldest brake types you can find on a bike. However, they have flaws, especially if the chain falls off.
Sizes
There are 3 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 165 cm – 198 cm (5.41 ft – 6.5 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.
