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
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Groupset Deore, Alivio -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
15.5"
153cm - 167cm
17.5"
170cm - 184cm
19.5"
176cm - 189cm
21.5"
186cm - 196cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
FELT 29er specific MTB frame butted 6061 Aluminum: tubes with Hydroformed Top Tube. Disc specific oversized Integrated Head Tube w/integrated Headset, Replaceable Derailleur Hanger
Suspension Fork
RockShox Dart 3 29 100mm Travel: 1 1/8 STKM steel Steerer Tube, Spring Preload Adjust, External rebound and TurnKey lockout, Magnesium Lowers post disc mount
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
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Front Derailleur
Shimano Alivio FD-M430
Shift Levers
Shimano SL-M430 9 speed: Rapid Fire Shift Levers
Cassette
SRAM PG-950 9-speed 11-32T
Crank
SR Suntour CW9-XCR:-T414-BD SQ 6061 Forged Alloy Crank, 9-speed, 44T black steel ring, 32T silver steel ring, 22T silver steel ring Full interchangable ring. 15.5=170mm; 17.5-21.5=175mm
Bottom Bracket
Sealed Cartridge
Chain
KMC Z99 9 -speed
Chain Guide
n/a
Pedals
VP 992-S Steel Cage with PP Body
Wheels
Front Hub
Forged Aluminum, for Disc Brake: with Alloy Quick-Release Lever 32H
Rear Hub
Forged Alloy For Disc Brake, 8/9 speed Cassette Type: 32H, with Alloy Quick Release
Rims
WTB SX 24 doublewall Aluminum For Disc Brake: 700c x 1.5 x 32H
Spokes
Stainless 14g with Brass Nipples
Tires
WTB Prowler: 29 x 2.1 60TPI Folding Kevlar Bead with Presta valve Tubes
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Draco Hydraulic Disc Brake: Dual Piston Design With Wave Style Rotors Rotors 180mm Front, 160mm Rear
Brake Levers
Tektro Draco Hydraulic
Cockpit
Stem
Felt MTB oversized 3D-Forged Design: 4-Bolt Handlebar Clamp, with Hole in Front Clamp, 1-1/8 Threadless, for 31.8mm Handlebar, 7 Degree Rise, with CP Cromo hardware; Sizes S= 70mm, M= 80mm, L=90mm; XL= 100mm
Handlebar
Felt MTB XC Riser bar: butted 6061 Aluminum 31.8mm bar bore,Widths; S=640mm M/L/XL=660mm
Grips
Felt double-density wing grips: Kraton rubber base, Pruven rubber center, Color matched
Headset
Semi-Integrated 1-1/8 Aheadset: Steel Cups, Caged Bearing, with Felt Tornado Alloy Top Cap, Custom Curved 1 x 15mm + 2 x 5mm Straight Washers
Seat
Saddle
Felt Mountain Design: Low Side Profile Look with Comfort Fit Top, double-Density Base, Satin Steel Rails
Seatpost
Felt Alloy Micro-Adjust, 6061 Alloy: Low-Profile Forged Head & Extruded Rail Clamps, 30.9mm x 350mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15.5" | 17.5" | 19.5" | 21.5" |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 311 mm | 311 mm | 311 mm | 311 mm |
| Front Center | 631 mm | 645 mm | 660 mm | 674 mm |
| Rake | 39 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1062 mm | 1082 mm | 1097 mm | 1112 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 63 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm |
| Standover Height | 740 mm | 770 mm | 805 mm | 839 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 153 cm | 170 cm | 176 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 167 cm | 184 cm | 189 cm | 196 cm |
About this model
Nine Sport completes the Felt Nine model. Felt released 66 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Felt Nine bikes models from 2011, here.
Model range prices
Felt Nine Trail 2011 is the cheapest bike model and costs 649$. Felt Nine Team 2011 is the most expensive one and costs 5799$.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Crosscountry bike that is reliable is 1905$. However, you could also get a good Crosscountry bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 949$. Comparing this to the average Crosscountry bike price, we see that the price is 100.74% smaller.
Nine Sport components
Fork
Felt Nine Sport 2011 bike is equipped with the RockShox fork, and has 100mm travel. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a steel one, which is tougher than carbon in the case of an impact. However, it can add some extra weight to the bike.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Nine Sport model has 29″ aluminum wheels. 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
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Felt Nine Sport is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Felt Nine Sport bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 153 cm – 196 cm (5.02 ft – 6.43 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.