Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Claris, Altus -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 1 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Felt Café, relaxed geometry, butted 6061 aluminum w/hydroform TT: forged dropout, replaceable hanger
Suspension Fork
Felt Café bonded crown, aluminum blades, 4130 Cr-Mo steerer tube
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 2300 mid-cage
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus M310
Shift Levers
Shimano Revo 24 speed twist shifters
Cassette
Sunrace 8-sp cassette 11 x 28T
Crank
3-Piece aluminum w/steel 42/32/22T chainrings, w/chainguard
Bottom Bracket
Euro cartridge type 68mm
Chain
KMC 8-sp Rustbuster 3/32
Chain Guide
N/A
Pedals
aluminum platform w/non-slip rubber tread
Wheels
Front Hub
aluminum cold-forged sealed mechanism Q/R 32H
Rear Hub
aluminum cold-forged sealed mechanism Q/R 32H cassette
Rims
700c double-wall aluminum ground sidewalls w/wear indicator
Spokes
stainless steel 14G
Tires
Felt Café 60TPI skinwall Kevlar bead puncture resistant 700x38c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro V-type, forged aluminum, w/anti-rust hardware, w/front power modulator
Brake Levers
Tektro alloy w/Kraton rubber comfort inserts
Cockpit
Stem
aluminum quill melt-forged single bolt
Handlebar
Felt aluminum touring type, gender-specific shape
Grips
Felt super soft Kraton rubber, 2-piece twist shifter grips
Headset
1-1/8” semi-integrated threaded
Seat
Saddle
Felt Café comfort gel, double-density base, gender-specific shapes
Seatpost
aluminum micro-adjust 27.2mm x 330mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 16" | 18" | 17" | 19" | 21" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Center | 609 mm | 625 mm | 649 mm | 669 mm | 684 mm |
| Rake | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Head Tube Length | 130 mm | 150 mm | 150 mm | 170 mm | 190 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 500 mm | 500 mm | 500 mm | 500 mm | 500 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1102 mm | 1117 mm | 1142 mm | 1162 mm | 1177 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Standover Height | 614 mm | 641 mm | 724 mm | 763 mm | 800 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
Café 24 Deluxe W is a Felt Cafe model. Felt launched 50 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Felt Cafe bikes models from 2011, here.
Model range prices
Felt Café 1 W 2011 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 349$. Felt Café 24 Deluxe 2011 on the other hand costs 599$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for General Urban bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable General Urban bike is 499$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a General Urban bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2011 for 599$. Comparing the average cost of a General Urban bike to this one, you will see that Café 24 Deluxe W price is 20.04% more expensive.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork is made out of aluminum, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels
The wheels on Café 24 Deluxe W are the 700c aluminum type. 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
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Felt Café 24 Deluxe W has Rim brakes installed. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.