Felt AR FRD 2019
2019 Road
Estimate price |
14,199$
Weight | 6.6 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Dura-Ace Di2 -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 Electronic -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Felt Aero Road UHC Ultimate + TeXtreme carbon fiber, MMC with InsideOut construction, carbon fiber BB30 bottom bracket shell and carbon fiber dropouts, 7075 CNC aluminum replaceable rear derailleur hanger, internal electronic-specific cable routing
Suspension Fork
Felt Aero Road UHC Ultimate + TeXtreme carbon fiber monocoque construction, AeroTaper 1.125" - 1.25" carbon fiber steerer tube, integrated crown race, crown, blades and dropouts
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Dura-Ace R9150 Di2 11-speed short cage
Front Derailleur
Shimano Dura-Ace R9150 Di2 braze-on
Shift Levers
Shimano Dura-Ace R9150 Di2 11-speed with secondary sprint shifters
Cassette
Shimano Dura-Ace 11-speed, 11-28T
Crank
Shimano Dura-Ace R9100, 52/36T, 48cm: 165mm, 51cm: 170mm, 54 - 56cm: 172.5mm, 58 - 61cm: 175mm
Bottom Bracket
CeramicSpeed BB30 Outboard with 24mm bearings
Chain
Shimano Dura-Ace 11-speed
Wheels
Front Hub
Zipp Cognition, 100mm QR
Rear Hub
Zipp Cognition, 11-speed, 130mm QR
Rims
Zipp 404 NSW carbon
Spokes
CX-Ray - Black
Tires
Continental Grand Prix 4000 S II folding, 700 x 25c
Brakes
Brakes
eecycleworks regular eebrake with Zipp brake pads for carbon rims
Brake Levers
Shimano Dura-Ace R9150
Cockpit
Stem
Pro Components Vibe -10° rise, Ø31.8mm, 48cm: 80mm, 51cm: 90mm, 54 - 56cm: 100mm, 58cm: 110mm, 61cm: 120mm
Handlebar
Pro Components Vibe Aero, Ø31.8mm, 48 - 54cm: 400mm, 56 - 61cm: 420mm
Headset
FSA integrated sealed cartridge bearing with SL Ceramic, aluminum cased ACB upper and lower bearings, carbon fiber headset spacers, No.44/CF-R, 1.125" - 1.25"
Seat
Saddle
Fizik Arione 00
Seatpost
Felt Vibration Reducing Aero Road flip position UHC Advanced + TeXtreme carbon fiber with 3T DiffLock Comfort Module internals, 48 - 51cm: 280mm length, 5mm offset, Felt VariMount Aero Road flip position UHC Advanced + TeXtreme carbon fiber, 54 - 61cm: 350mm length, 25mm offset
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 48cm | 51cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm | 61cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
AR FRD completes the Felt Ar model. There are 41 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Felt Ar bikes models from 2019, here.
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.
Aero bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Aero bike is 4211$. However, you could also get a good Aero bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 14199$. Comparing the average cost of an Aero bike to this one, you will see that AR FRD price is 237.19% more expensive.
Aero bikes average weight
Aero bikes have an average weight of 7.34 kg (16.18 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
AR FRD weighs 6.6 kg (14.55 lbs) and is considerably lighter than the average. In conclusion, the average Aero bike weighs 11.21% more than AR FRD.
Internal Cable Routing
It’s also important to mention the internal cable routing that this bike has. In short, this will allow you to keep your bike cables in great condition. Say goodbye to hanging cables.
AR FRD components
Fork material
The fork is made out of carbon, so, it is super light and stiff. In conclusion, a carbon fork gives you great control when steering, and is also more forgiving.
Wheels size
The AR FRD 2019 bike is equipped with 700c carbon wheels when leaving the factory. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Felt AR FRD is equipped with Rim brakes. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.