Felt Nine 50 2013
2013 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,659$
Weight | 13.1 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 RockShox Recon Silver TK
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Groupset Deore -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
FELT Nine series 29'er frame, double butted 6061 aluminum w/ Tapered head tube, Hydroform top tube and seat stays: IS disc mounts, oversized integrated head tube for semi-integrated headset, replaceable derailleur hanger , rack & fender mount, disc brake specific. Standard 73mm bottom bracket, 135mm old, 30.9mm seatpost size, 35mm front derailleur clamp
Suspension Fork
RockShox Recon Silver TK 29 solo air, tapered aluminum steerer tube, forged alloy crown, magnesium lowers, disc mount, lockout, adjustable air spring, adjustable rebound, 100mm travel (80mm fork on 14" offering)
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore FD-M593 Shadow, long cage 10 Speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore FD-M590-10 top swing
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore SL-M591 10 speed Rapid Fire
Cassette
Shimano HG-62 10 Speed 11-36T
Crank
Shimano Deore FC-M590 10 speed Hollowtech II 42X32X24T chainrings, lengths: XS/S-170mm, M/XL-175mm
Bottom Bracket
w/ crankset
Chain
Shimano HG-54 10 Speed
Chain Guide
n/a
Pedals
VP-331A w/ alloy body and Cage
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano HB-RM35 Centerlock disc hub w/ Shimano quick release
Rear Hub
Shimano FH-RM35 Centerlock rotor mount 8/9 speed cassette 32 hole, w/ Shimano quick release lever
Rims
WTB SX-17 29" disc brake doublewall aluminum, w/eyelets
Spokes
stainless 14g w/ alloy nipples
Tires
WTB Prowler 29 x 2.1 folding Aramid bead: w/ Presta valve tubes
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Elixr 1 hydraulic disc brakes, SM- RT64 180mm rotor front/ 160mm rear 6 bolt rotors
Brake Levers
Avid Elixr 1
Cockpit
Stem
Felt MTB 3D-forged design: 4-bolt handlebar clamp, 1-1/8" threadless, for 31.8mm handlebar, 7 degree rise, w/ CP Cromo hardware, Sizes; XS-80mm, S/M-90mm, L-100mm,XL-110mm
Handlebar
Felt MTB XC riser bar: double butted 6061 Aluminum 25mm rise, 9 degree bend, 5 degree up sweep 31.8mm bar bore, Widths: XS-640mm, S/M-680mm, L/XL-700mm
Grips
Felt dual-density wing grips Kraton rubber base, Pruven rubber center, Color matched
Headset
Semi-Integrated 1-1/8"/1.5" Aheadset for tapered Head tube: Steel cups, caged bearings, w/ Felt Tornado alloy top cap, custom curved 1 x 15mm + 2 x 5mm straight washers
Seat
Saddle
Felt mountain design low profile look w/ comfort fit top, double-density base, satin steel rails
Seatpost
Felt alloy 2-bolt micro adjust butted 6061 alloy shaft, low-profile forged head & forged rail clamps, Sizes: S-30.9mm x 350mm, M/L/XL - 30.9mm x 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 | 1.46 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 | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Stack | 602 mm | 621 mm | 630 mm | 639 mm | 649 mm |
| Reach | 391 mm | 404 mm | 421 mm | 438 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" |
Model Overview
Nine 50 is part of the Felt Nine model. Felt released 66 bikes variations of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2013 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Felt Nine 80 2013 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 619$. On the other hand, Felt Nine 1 2013, is the most expensive and costs 5169$.
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$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2013 for 1659$. Comparing this to the average Crosscountry bike price, we see that the price is 14.83% lower.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
The average weight for Crosscountry bikes is 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Nine 50 weighs 13.1 kg (28.88 lbs) and is a bit heavier than the average. In other words, this model is 5.65% heavier than the average Crosscountry bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The RockShox Recon Silver TK is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 100mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Fork material
The fork is made out of aluminum, which doesn’t add too much extra weight to the bike. However, it is not so stiff as steel or carbon forks are.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Felt Nine 50 2013, has a 29″ aluminum model. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Nine 50 has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.