Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset 105, Dura-Ace -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Felt HM Modular Carbon Fiber Frame with 3KP Finish. Forged Horizontal Dropouts
Suspension Fork
Felt 3.3 UHM Aero carbon fiber
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano BLACK 105 SS Short Cage
Front Derailleur
Shimano BLACK 105 braze-on, double
Shift Levers
Shimano Dura-Ace SL-BS78 bar end, 20 speed
Cassette
Shimano 10-Speed Cassette, 12-25T
Crank
FSA BLACK Gossamer TT Mega EXO, 2 piece, Cold Forged Aluminum with CNC 7075/T6 Alloy Chainring, 53/39T; 48cm & 50cm=170mm, 52cm & 54cm=172.5mm, 56cm-60cm=175mm
Bottom Bracket
FSA Mega EXO
Chain
Shimano 10-Speed
Pedals
n/a
Wheels
Rims
Felt TTR-4 700c 30mm Deep Aluminum with CNC Machined Braking Surface, 24H Front/28H Rear
Spokes
DT Champion Stainless 2.0mm
Tires
Vittoria Rubino Slick Folding 700c x 23c
Brakes
Brakes
Dual Pivot with Cartridge Brake Shoes, Stainless Hardware and Teflon Bushings
Brake Levers
TRP Aero Alloy
Cockpit
Stem
FELT 3.2 6061 Alumnim 3D Forged 26.0mm with +/-7 Degree Rise, 48cm=60mm, 50cm=80mm, 52cm=90mm, 54cm=100mm, 56cm=100mm, 58cm=110mm, 60cm=110mm.
Handlebar
"Felt Tri Specific Design: 6061 Butted Aero Base Bar, 26.0mm 48-52cm=400mm, 54cm & 56cm=420mm, 58cm & 60cm=440mm, with Clip-On Adjustable Length 7075 Aluminum ½ Bend extensions and ALLOY arm rests with High Density Foam Pads"
Grips
Devox Tri-tip Ergonomic Base Bar grip with Felt Gel Ribbon Cork Tape BLACK with FELT 3D Logo wrapped extensions
Headset
Cane Creek type 1" Integrated with 20mm Cone and 2 X 7.5mm Spacer Stack
Seat
Saddle
FELT 3.3 Tri/TT Saddle with Carbon Injected base, Gel Nose, Custom Waterproof Cover and Extended Length Hollow Chrome Moly rails
Seatpost
FELT Carbon Fiber Bladed Monocoque Design x 310mm
About this model
B16 completes the Felt B16 model. There are 8 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.
Average price for Triathlon bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Triathlon bike is 4177$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Triathlon bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2009 for 2299$. If we compare this with the average Triathlon bike cost we notice that the price is 81.69% smaller.
Average weight for Triathlon bikes
Triathlon bikes have an average weight of 8.9 kg (19.62 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
Felt B16 it’s weighing 9.4 kg (20.72 lbs). At this weight, is a bit heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 5.62% heavier than the average weight of Triathlon bikes.
B16 components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of carbon, so, it won’t add up to much weight to your bike. However, the price you have to pay for a carbon fork is considerably higher.
Wheels size
The B16 2009 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 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
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Felt B16 is equipped with Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.
Sizes
Felt B16 2009 is available in one size only. In short, make sure you double-check if it fits you.