Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset RED -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Felt Aero Road UHC Advanced MMC carbon fiber w/ 3KP weave, InsideOut internal molding process, machined threaded aluminum BB shell, internal mechanical cable routing, carbon fiber dropouts & 6061 forged aluminum replaceable derailleur hanger
Suspension Fork
Felt Aero Road UHC Advanced monocoque fork, 100% carbon fiber 1.125"" steerer tube, crown, blades, & dropouts
Rear Shock
n/a
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Red
Front Derailleur
SRAM Red braze-on
Shift Levers
SRAM Red Double Tap
Cassette
SRAM 11-26T
Crank
SRAM Red GXP, 53/39T; 51cm=170mm, 54cm-56cm=172.5mm, 58cm-61cm=175mm
Bottom Bracket
SRAM Red GXP Team BlackBox ceramic
Chain
SRAM 10 speed w/ PowerLock
Chain Guide
n/a
Pedals
n/a
Wheels
Front Hub
SRAM S30 AL Race premium 18H w/ low friction bearings & light weight quick release
Rear Hub
SRAM S30 AL Race premium 20H SRAM 10 speed compatible freehub body w/ low friction bearings & light weight quick release
Rims
SRAM S30 AL Race 30mm deep Hybrid Toroidal® aluminum, 18H front, 20H rear
Spokes
Sapim CX-Ray spokes, laced radial front; laced 1x non-drive, radial drive rear, aluminum internal nipples
Tires
Vittoria Rubino Pro Slick, 700c x 23c
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM dual pivot w/ Swissstop cartridge brake pads
Brake Levers
SRAM Red
Cockpit
Stem
Felt SL 6061 aluminum 3D forged +/-7° rise, Ø31.8mm bar clamp, custom Cr-Mo bolts, 131g; 51cm=90mm, 54cm=100mm, 56cm=100mm, 58cm=110mm, 61cm=120mm
Handlebar
Felt VS UHC Advanced DMC carbon fiber bar w/ 3KP weave w/ Felt Variable Shape ergonomic drop, 198g, Ø31.8mm, 51cm=400mm, 54cm=420mm, 56cm-61cm=440mm
Grips
Felt gel tape w/ Felt logos
Headset
FSA 1.125"" integrated, w/ aluminum 25mm conical spacer, 1 X 10mm aluminum headset spacer, 2 x 5mm aluminum headset spacer, Felt aluminum top cap & 7075 anodized aluminum bolt
Seat
Saddle
Felt SL road saddle w/ carbon fiber injection molded base, superlight multi-density foam, embossed cover & hollow CrN-Ti rails
Seatpost
Felt Aero UHC Advanced carbon fiber standard offset bladed monocoque design, length = 300mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 51cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm | 61cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.36 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.45 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 266 mm | 266 mm | 266 mm | 266 mm | 266 mm |
| Front Center | 578 mm | 581 mm | 584.32 mm | 598 mm | 620 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm |
| Trail | 59 mm | 56 mm | 55 mm | 56 mm | 52 mm |
| Stack | 510 mm | 531 mm | 553 mm | 572 mm | 593 mm |
| Reach | 376 mm | 377 mm | 381 mm | 389 mm | 410 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 521 mm | 536 mm | 551.12 mm | 566 mm | 594 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.125 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 510 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm | 580 mm | 610 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 72.5 ° | 73 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 74 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 140 mm | 160 mm | 180 mm | 200 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 403 mm | 403 mm | 406 mm | 406 mm | 406 mm |
| Wheelbase | 971 mm | 974 mm | 980 mm | 993 mm | 1016 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Standover Height | 740 mm | 765 mm | 785 mm | 789 mm | 807 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
AR2 is a Felt Ar2 model. There are 9 bikes that carry this model name.
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.
Aero bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Aero bike is 4211$. However, you could also get a good Aero bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
At the moment of the release date, Felt AR2 price was 5999$. In conclusion, this bike price is 42.46% more expensive than the price of the average Aero bike.
Aero bikes average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of an Aero bike is 7.34 kg (16.18 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Felt AR2 it’s weighing 7.26 kg (16.01 lbs). At this weight, is slightly lighter than average. In other words, this model is 1.1% lighter than the average Aero bike.
Internal Cable Routing
Another thing to mention, is the internal cable routing of this bike. In conclusion, this helps you too, keep the bike cables in mint condition, and also it looks better. No more cables, surrounding the bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of carbon, so, its weight is considerably lighter than one made out of steel. However, they cost a bit more than steel forks.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the AR2 model has 700c aluminum wheels. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Felt AR2 is equipped with Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.