Felt Compulsion 30 2015
2015 Mountain
Estimate price |
3,299$
Weight | 14.1 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 160mm -
Travel Rear 160mm -
Fork RockShox Pike RC
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Groupset XT, Deore -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Felt All-Mountain, double-butted 6061 aluminum, Hydroform,160mm travel, Equilink suspension technology, ControlTaper head tube, post disc mount, replaceable derailleur hanger, standard 73mm threaded bottom bracket, 12 x 142mm w/ Syntace style thru axle, Ø30.9mm seatpost size, high direct FD mount
Suspension Fork
RockShox Pike RC, 160mm travel, Dual Position Air, rebound & compression adjusters, tapered aluminum steerer tube, magnesium lowers, 15mm Maxle, post style disc mounts
Rear Shock
RockShox Monarch RT w/ custom tune, 216 x 63mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT Shadow Plus long cage
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore high direct mount, top pull
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore 2 x 10-speed
Cassette
Shimano 10-speed 11-36T
Crank
Shimano Deore Hollowtech II double: XS/SM - 170mm MD/LG/XL - 175mm
Bottom Bracket
Shimano sealed threaded
Chain
Shimano
Chain Guide
E-Thirteen TRS Dual
Pedals
n/a
Wheels
Front Hub
Forged aluminum, 6-bolt disc mount 32H, 15mm axle
Rear Hub
Forged aluminum, sealed bearing, 6-bolt disc mount, 32H, 142 x 12mm axle
Rims
WTB Speed Disc i23, 27.5" double-wall aluminum w/ eyelets
Spokes
2.0/1.8mm double-butted stainless steel w/ aluminum nipples
Tires
Schwalbe Nobby Nic Performance folding 27.5" x 2.35"
Brakes
Brakes
Front Brake: Shimano SLX hydraulic disc brake w/ 180mm rotor Rear Brake: Shimano SLX hydraulic disc brake w/ 180mm rotor
Brake Levers
Shimano SLX hydraulic disc brake
Cockpit
Stem
Felt MTB 3D-forged threadless 1-1/8" +/- 7° rise for Ø31.8mm handlebar w/ black Cr-Mo bolts: SM - 50mm MD - 50mm LG - 60mm XL - 70mm
Handlebar
Felt MTB carbon, Ø31.8mm, 8mm rise x 9° sweep, 760mm width
Grips
Felt Wing Grip, Lock-On
Headset
FSA No.9M/12B semi integrated tapered Aheadset, external lower cup, custom cone spacer 1 x 8mm + 2 x 5mm straight spacers, w/ Felt Tornado aluminum top cap
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Cr-Mo rails
Seatpost
KS Drop Zone dropper post w/ remote: SM/MD - Ø30.9 x 350mm LG - Ø30.9 x 385mm XL - Ø30.9 x 420mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.52 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.38 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 351 mm | 351 mm | 351 mm | 351 mm |
| Front Center | 689 mm | 721 mm | 754 mm | 787 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 112 mm | 112 mm | 111 mm | 112 mm |
| Stack | 581 mm | 595 mm | 613 mm | 632 mm |
| Reach | 382 mm | 408 mm | 432 mm | 457 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 555 mm | 585 mm | 615 mm | 645 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 430 mm | 485 mm | 540 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66 ° | 66 ° | 66 ° | 66 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 105 mm | 125 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1122 mm | 1154 mm | 1187 mm | 1220 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 4 mm | 4 mm | 4 mm | 4 mm |
| Standover Height | 683 mm | 729 mm | 778 mm | 826 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
Model Overview
Compulsion 30 is a Felt Compulsion model. 30 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Check out the entire range from 2015 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Felt Compulsion 50 2015 is the cheapest bike model and costs 2699$. Felt Compulsion 10 2015 is the most expensive one and costs 4499$.
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.
Average price for Enduro bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Enduro bike is 3599$. However, even though the average price of an Enduro bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2015 for 3299$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Compulsion 30 price is 9.09% lower than the average cost of an Enduro bike.
Average weight for Enduro bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of an Enduro bike is 14.27 kg (31.46 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Compulsion 30 weighs 14.1 kg (31.09 lbs) and is slightly lighter than the average. In conclusion, the average Enduro bike weighs 1.21% more than Compulsion 30.
Overview of components
Fork
Felt Compulsion 30 2015 bike is equipped with the RockShox Pike RC fork, and has 160mm travel. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of aluminum, which is a lighter material. However, it is not as tough, nor durable as steel is.
Rear Shock
As for the rear shock, this bike has the RockShox Monarch RT w/ custom tune model, with a travel of 160mm. Bike rear shocks are a great way to increase comfort on the bike and give you more control when riding on technical trails. In conclusion, to increase your riding experience, get a bike with a rear shock if possible.
Wheels size
The wheels on Compulsion 30 are the 27.5″ aluminum type. These wheels will provide you with more control over the bike. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Felt Compulsion 30 is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
Felt Compulsion 30 bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.
Dropper post
Every bike should have a dropper post, and this one does. Needless to say, a dropper post will come in handy on climbs and descends. You’ll fall in love with it at first sight!