Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Steel -
Wheels 22" -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Single Speed -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Felt BMX, Cr-Mo main tubes (TT & DT), 22" top tube length, mid-size BB, FB Hydroformed headtube, detangler tab holes, SS brake bosses, tapered seat and chain stays
Suspension Fork
Felt BMX 100% Cr-Mo, butted steerer tube, tapered legs, 3/8" axle slots, 5mm dropouts
Rear Shock
n/a
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
n/a
Front Derailleur
n/a
Shift Levers
n/a
Cassette
10T 1-piece driver
Crank
3-piece, 8-spline tubular heat-treated Cr-Mo, 175mm
Bottom Bracket
Mid-size, sealed bearing, 19mm spindle
Chain
KMC Z410, 1/8"
Chain Guide
n/a
Pedals
Felt Barbados Slim low profile PC pedal, Cr-Mo axle
Wheels
Front Hub
Aluminum, 3/8" Cr-Mo axle, 36H
Rear Hub
Aluminum hub, 10T driver cassette, 14mm axle, 36H
Rims
Alex Supradome double-wall aluminum, 22"
Spokes
14G
Tires
Trail design tread, 22 x 2.125", lighter 60tpi casing
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro 907 U-brake rear w/ extra wide brake triangle
Brake Levers
Tektro aluminum, w/ reach adjust
Cockpit
Stem
Felt Up top mount, forged aluminum, 51mm extension
Handlebar
Felt BMX hi-ten, 8" rise (695 x 203mm)
Grips
Felt Gribble grip, no flange, 142mm
Headset
Integrated Campy-type sealed bearing (45 x 45mm), PC cover: w/ FB top cap, hollow bolt
Seat
Saddle
Felt padded cover, railed
Seatpost
25.4 x 300mm hi-ten
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
About this model
Catch 22 completes the Felt Catch model. Felt released 1 bike variation of this model so far.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
BMX bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy BMX bike is 348$. However, even though the average price of a BMX bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
At the moment of the release date, Felt Catch 22 price was 449$. If we compare this with the average BMX bike cost we notice that the price is 29.02% higher.
Average weight for BMX bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a BMX bike, we get 10.54 kg (23.24 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
much heavier than average, Catch 22 has a weight of 12.2 kg (26.9 lbs). In other words, this model is 15.75% heavier than the average BMX bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a steel one, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Felt Catch 22 2014, has a 22″ aluminum model. This wheel size is used on bike models like BMX, children, or folding bikes. In conclusion, they are great for flat ground or very easy trails.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Catch 22 has Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.