Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 80mm -
Fork RockShox Reba
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Groupset X9, X7 -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Felt NINE Carbon XC series UHC Performance carbon fiber, Modular Monocoque Construction: 1 Piece Full carbon dropouts, Hi clearance seat and chainstay yokes. Dingle guard Replaceable Kevlar. Down Tube protector. Bolt on Kevlar chain watcher. Integrated headset, Disc specific, Replaceable Derailleur Hanger,
Suspension Fork
Rockshox Reba RL 29 80mm travel: Dual Air Spring, with External Rebound Adjust, Disc Brake Specific Lower Legs
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X-9 10 speed with Carbon Cage
Front Derailleur
SRAM X-7 10 speed
Shift Levers
SRAM X-7 1:1 trigger shifters, 10-speed
Cassette
SRAM PG-1050 10 speed 11-32T
Crank
SRAM X-7 GXP 3.3 10 speed: with alloy 44X33X22T rings M=170mm; L/XL=175mm
Bottom Bracket
With crankset
Chain
SRAM PC-1030 Super-Narrow for 10-speed
Chain Guide
n/a
Pedals
n/a
Wheels
Front Hub
SRAM Mountain MTH 406: 6-Bolt Type Rotor Mount, 32H, with Quick Release
Rear Hub
SRAM Mountain MTH 406: 6-Bolt Type Rotor Mount, 9 speed Cassette 32H, with Quick Release
Rims
WTB Speed Disc All Mtn doublewall Aluminum: 700c x 26mm Single eyelets, Presta valve, Black Anodized 32H
Spokes
Stainless double butted 14g/15g with Alloy Nipples
Tires
WTB Prowler: 29 x 2.1 60TPI Folding Kevlar Bead with Presta valve Tubes
Brakes
Brakes
Avid ELIXIR 5 Hydraulic Disc Brake: Rotors: 185mm Front; 160mm Rear
Brake Levers
Avid ELIXIR 5
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 M= 90mm, L=100mm, XL= 110mm
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
Fully Integrated 1-1/8 Aheadset: Cane Creek Type 45 Degree Sealed Cartridge 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 Performance fit Top, double-Density Base, Cromo Rails
Seatpost
Felt 6061 Alloy Post with Twin Clamp Design: Micro-Adjust, 6061 Alloy: Low-Profile Forged Head & Extruded Rail Clamps, 30.9mm x 350mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
Model Overview
Nine Elite is a Felt Nine model. Felt launched 66 bikes 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 most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 649$. On the other hand, Felt Nine Team 2011, is the most expensive and costs 5799$.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Crosscountry bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1905$. However, even though the average price of a Crosscountry bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
When Felt released this model in 2011, its price was 2699$. In conclusion, this bike price is 41.68% more expensive than the price of the average Crosscountry bike.
Nine Elite components
Fork
The RockShox Reba is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 80mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels size
The wheels on Nine Elite are the 29″ aluminum type. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike 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.