Felt 7 Eighty 2017
2017 Mountain
Estimate price |
599$
Weight | 14.23 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork SunTour XCT
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Groupset Acera, Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Felt XC, butted 6061 aluminum, Hydroform, semi-integrated head tube, replaceable derailleur hanger, IS disc mounts, standard 73mm threaded bottom bracket, 135mm OLD, Ø30.9mm seatpost, Ø34.9mm low clamp front derailleur
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCT, Preload, 100mm
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera, long cage
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus, low clamp 34.9, dual pull, top swing
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus 3x8
Cassette
Sunrace CSM56, 8-speed, 11-34T
Crank
Shimano TY501 XS/SM - 170mm MD/LG/XL - 175mm
Bottom Bracket
Square taper
Chain
Sunrace M84
Chain Guide
N/A
Pedals
Low-profile nylon platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Forged aluminum, 6-bolt, QRx100
Rear Hub
Forged aluminum, 6-bolt, QRx135
Rims
Aluminum double wall, 19mm inside
Spokes
2.0mm stainless
Tires
Schwalbe Rapid Rob Kevlarguard, 27.5 x 2.1
Brakes
Brakes
Front: Tektro M285 hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor, Rear: Tektro M285 hydraulic disc, 160mm rotor
Brake Levers
Tektro M285
Cockpit
Stem
Felt MTB 3D-forged threadless 1-1/8"" +/- 7° rise for Ø31.8mm handlebar w/ black Cr-Mo bolts: XS - 70mm SM/MD - 80mm LG - 90mm XL - 100mm
Handlebar
Felt MTB 6061 riser, Ø31.8mm, 15mm rise x 6° sweep x 9° bend (720mm)
Grips
Felt Wing Grip, double-density
Headset
FSA NO.10 w/16.2mm custom cone spacer
Seat
Saddle
Felt MTB performance
Seatpost
Felt butted 6061, dual-bolt micro-adjust 15mm offset, Ø30.9 XS/SM (350MM) MD/LG/XL (400MM)
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 12" | 14" | 16" | 18" | 20" | 22" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.493 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.431 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.364 mm | 1.336 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 305 mm | 305 mm | 305 mm | 305 mm | 305 mm | 305 mm |
| Front Center | 607 mm | 633 mm | 653 mm | 673 mm | 694 mm | 714 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 86 mm | 85 mm | 86 mm | 85 mm | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Stack | 560 mm | 579 mm | 588 mm | 598 mm | 607 mm | 616 mm |
| Reach | 375 mm | 394 mm | 411 mm | 427 mm | 445 mm | 461 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 540 mm | 565 mm | 590 mm | 610 mm | 630 mm | 650 |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 315 mm | 356 mm | 406 mm | 457 mm | 508 mm | 559 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 90 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 425 mm | 425 mm | 425 mm | 425 mm | 425 mm | 425 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1026 mm | 1053 mm | 1073 mm | 1093 mm | 1114 mm | 1134 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Standover Height | 620 mm | 660 mm | 700 | 745 mm | 780 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
Model Overview
7 Eighty belongs to the Felt 7 model. 9 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2017, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Felt 7 Ninety 2017 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 499$. On the other hand, Felt 7 Seventy 2017, is the most expensive and costs 849$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
At the moment of the release date, Felt 7 Eighty price was 599$. In conclusion, this bike price is 218.03% lower than the price of the average Crosscountry bike.
Average weight for Crosscountry bikes
Crosscountry bikes have an average weight 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.
With a weight of 14.23 kg (31.37 lbs), Felt bike is considerably heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 14.76% heavier than the average weight of Crosscountry bikes.
7 Eighty components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the SunTour XCT model. The travel on this model is 100mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the 7 Eighty bike is equipped with the 27.5″ aluminum model. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Felt 7 Eighty is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.