Felt NINE Comp 2010
2010 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,199$
Weight | 13.15 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 Manitou
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Groupset X7, SX Eagle -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 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 Double Butted 6061 tubes with Hydroformed Top Tube. Disc specific Oversized Integrated Head Tube w/integrated Headset, Replaceable Derailleur Hanger
Suspension Fork
Manitou Drake 29 100mm travel Absolute Damping, Platform, rebound, preload wi Coil spring. 32mm Aluminum stanchions, One piece Reverse Arch™ Magnesium Cro-mo steerer 4.15lbs
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X-7
Front Derailleur
SRAM SX-5
Shift Levers
SX-5
Cassette
SRAM PG-950, 9-Speed Cassette, 11-32T
Crank
Truvativ Blaze, 3-Piece Crank w/Howitzer M15 Axle Interface for External Bearing BB, Cold Forged Aluminum, 42/32/22T Steel Rings, Lengths: 15.5=170mm; 17.5-21.5=175mm
Bottom Bracket
Truvativ Howitzer M15 Cr-Mo Axle with External Bearings
Chain
SRAM PC-951 (9-Speed) Silver Outer
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano FH-M475, 6-Bolt Type Rotor Mount, 32H, with Quick Release
Rear Hub
Shimano FH-M475, 6-Bolt Type Rotor Mount, 9 Speed Cassette 32H, with Quick Release
Rims
WTB SpeedDisc All Mtn 700c x 26mm x 32hole, Single eyelets, Presta valve, Black Anodized (With graphics)
Spokes
Black Stainless 14G/15G double butted with Blk Brass Nipples
Tires
Prowler SL 60 tpi Folding Kevlar Bead 60tpi case with Folding bead, 29 x 2.1
Brakes
Brakes
Hayes Stroker Ryde Hydraulic Disc Brakes Twin Piston design, Radial master cylinder, Rotors: 180mm Front; 160mm Rear
Brake Levers
Hayes Stroker Ryde
Cockpit
Stem
FELT RXC STEM Oversized 6061 Alloy, 3D Cold-Forged + CNC,1-1/8 Threadless 4-Bolt, 5 Degree Rise. 31.8mm Bar Bore CP Hardware. Extensions: 15.5=90mm; 17.5=100mm; 19.5/21.5=110mm
Handlebar
FELT RXC Riser Handlebar Butted Oversize 6061 Aluminum, 31.8mm clamp diameter, 25mm Rise, 8 degree bend with 4 degree sweep, Width: 640mm
Grips
Felt Dual-Density Extra-Soft & Sticky (Recipe #25)center with Hard Outer Durometer, 130mm Length, 30mm OD, Grey outer/Blk grip section
Headset
Integrated 1-1/8 Aheadset--Cane Creek Type 45 Degree Sealed Cartridge Bearing, with Alloy Laser Top Cap, Custom Curved 1 x 15mm + 2 x 5mm Straight Washers
Seat
Saddle
Felt RXC Lite, Super Low Side Profile Look with Medium/Flat Top, Superlight Foam, Double-Density Base, Silver Tubular Cr-Mo Rails
Seatpost
Felt Two-Bolt Alloy Micro-Adjust, 100% Black, 30.9mm x 350mm, 300g
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 |
| Top Tube Length | 582 mm | 590 mm | 598 mm | 616 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 336 mm | 387 mm | 437 mm | 487 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 449 mm | 449 mm | 449 mm | 449 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1066 mm | 1086 mm | 1101 mm | 1116 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 63 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm |
| Standover Height | 744 mm | 774 mm | 809 mm | 843 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 |
Model Overview
NINE Comp belongs to the Felt Nine model. Felt released 66 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Felt Nine bikes models from 2010, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Felt NINE Comp 2010 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 1199$. Felt NINE Team 2010 on the other hand costs 4999$, and is the most expensive model.
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
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, even though the average price of a Crosscountry bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Felt released this model in 2010, its price was 1199$. Comparing this to the average Crosscountry bike price, we see that the price is 58.88% lower.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
Crosscountry bikes weigh an average of 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
Weighing 13.15 kg (28.99 lbs), the NINE Comp model is a bit heavier than average. In conclusion, the average Crosscountry bike weighs 6.05% less than NINE Comp.
NINE Comp components
Fork
Felt NINE Comp 2010 bike is equipped with the Manitou fork, and has 100mm travel. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Fork material
NINE Comp has an aluminum fork, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels
The NINE Comp 2010 bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
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.
Sizes
This bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 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.