Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Ultegra -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Felt Aero Road UHC Performance carbon fiber, MMC with InsideOut construction, BSA threaded bottom bracket shell, carbon fiber dropouts, replaceable rear derailleur hanger, internal mechanical or internal electronic cable routing Shock:
Suspension Fork
Felt Aero Road UHC Advanced carbon fiber monocoque construction, AeroTaper 1.125" - 1.25" carbon fiber steerer tube, integrated crown race, crown, blades and dropouts
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra R8000 11-speed short cage
Front Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra R8000 braze-on
Shift Levers
Shimano Ultegra R8000 11-speed
Cassette
Shimano 11-speed, 11-28T
Crank
Shimano Ultegra R8000, 52/36T, 48cm: 165mm, 51cm: 170mm, 54 - 56cm: 172.5mm, 58 - 61cm: 175mm
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Hollowtech BSA threaded
Chain
Shimano 11-speed
Wheels
Front Hub
Devox ARH1, sealed cartridge bearing, 100mm QR, 20H
Rear Hub
Devox ARH1, sealed cartridge bearing, 11-speed, 130mm QR, 24H
Rims
Devox 50 carbon, 17.6mm inner width, 50mm depth
Spokes
2.0mm stainless steel with aluminum nipples
Tires
Continental Grand Prix 4000 S II folding, 700 x 25c
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Ultegra R8000 dual pivot caliper with brake pads for carbon rims
Brake Levers
Shimano Ultegra R8000
Cockpit
Stem
Devox, -7° rise, Ø31.8mm, 48cm: 80mm, 51cm: 90mm, 54 - 56cm: 100mm, 58cm: 110mm, 61cm: 120mm
Handlebar
Devox Carbon Aero, 80mm reach, 125mm drop, Ø31.8mm, 48 - 54cm: 400mm, 56 - 61cm: 420mm
Headset
FSA integrated sealed cartridge bearing with Felt VariableHeight Cone Spacers (20mm PC, 4.5mm aluminum), No. 382/DJ, 1.125" - 1.25"
Seat
Saddle
Fizik Arione R5
Seatpost
Felt Vibration Reducing Aero Road flip position UHC Advanced carbon fiber with 3T DiffLock Comfort Module internals, 48 - 51cm: 280mm length, 5mm offset, Felt VariMount Aero Road flip position UHC Advanced 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
AR3 belongs to the Felt Ar3 model. There are 9 bikes that carry this model name.
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$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Aero bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2019 for 4399$. If we compare this with the average Aero bike cost we notice that the price is 4.46% more expensive.
Average weight for Aero bikes
Aero bikes weigh an average of 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 AR3 it’s weighing 7.7 kg (16.98 lbs). At this weight, is slightly heavier than average. In conclusion, the average Aero bike weighs 4.9% less than AR3.
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.
Overview of components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a carbon one, so, it’s a great addition to the bike’s value. However, carbon forks should be regularly inspected for damage because even the smallest crack could cause the fork to fall apart.
Wheels size
The wheels on AR3 are the 700c carbon type. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The AR3 has Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they have problems in wet conditions.