Felt DISPATCH 2010
2010 Mountain
Estimate price |
699$
Weight | 8.49 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Groupset FSA -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Single Speed -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Felt Single Speed 7005 Superlite aluminum hydroformed & butted tubes with rack & fender mounts; hidden & removable rear brake cable routing; CNC machined track dropouts with steel inserts
Suspension Fork
Felt 1-1/8" 700c threadless carbon fork with aluminum steerer tube & clearance for fenders
Rear Shock
n/a
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
n/a
Front Derailleur
n/a
Shift Levers
n/a
Cassette
F/W: 16T x 1/2 pitch x 3/32 width Chrome FreewheelFixed Cog: 15T x 1/2 pitch x 3/32 width fixed sprocket w/ lock ring
Crank
FSA VERO Single, 3-PC, Forged Aluminum, 130mm B.C.D., 39T x 3/32 w/ Aluminum guard; 51cm=170mm, 54cm=170mm, 56cm=172.5mm, 58cm=172.5mm, 61cm=175mm.
Bottom Bracket
FSA 68mm w/ Forged Chromoly Square Taper
Chain
KMC Z610RB Single Speed 1/2 Pitch x 3/32 Width RUSTBUSTER finish
Chain Guide
Aluminum Guard to protect skinny jeans
Pedals
Road platform
Wheels
Front Hub
High Flange 32H Nutted Aluminum Hub
Rear Hub
High Flange 32H Nutted Aluminum 120mm O.L.D. Flip-Flop for Fixed Cog & Freewheel
Rims
Alex R500 Aluminum Rim, Machined CSW Braking Surface & Wear Indicator laced 3-Cross Rear, Radial 0-Cross Front
Spokes
Stainless 2.0mm
Tires
Vittoria Zaffiro Foldable 700c x 25c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Long Reach Dual Pivot Caliper for Fender Clearance w/ removable cartridge brake pads, Stainless Hardware, Teflon Bushings
Brake Levers
Cane Creek SCR-5 Aero Road Levers w/ extra dummy lever
Cockpit
Stem
Felt 1.2 6061 Aluminum 3D Forged Ø31.8mm w/ 7° Rise, 51cm=80mm, 54cm=90mm, 56cm=100mm, 58cm-61cm=110mm.
Handlebar
Felt 1.5 6061 Aluminum w/ Ergonomic Drop, Ø31.8mm, 51cm=400mm, 54cm-56cm=420mm, 58cm-61cm=440mm
Grips
Felt Gel Ribbon Cork Tape w/ Felt 3D Logo
Headset
FSA 1 1/8 Integrated w/ 20mm Cone & 2 X 7.5mm Spacer Stack
Seat
Saddle
Felt 1.3 Road Saddle w/ Carbon Injected Base, Embossed Cover & Hollow Cr-Mo Rails
Seatpost
Felt 1.4 6061 Aluminum Ø27.2mm, 330mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 51cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm | 61cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm |
| Front Center | 583 mm | 591 mm | 589 mm | 599 mm | 614 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 506 mm | 526 mm | 538 mm | 553 mm | 569 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 74.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 398 mm | 428 mm | 448 mm | 468 mm | 498 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 72 ° | 73 ° | 73.5 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 140 mm | 160 mm | 180 mm | 200 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 398 mm | 398 mm | 398 mm | 398 mm | 398 mm |
| Wheelbase | 977 mm | 985 mm | 983 mm | 994 mm | 1008 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Standover Height | 712 mm | 739 mm | 758 mm | 778 mm | 804 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
DISPATCH is part of the Felt Dispatch model. 17 bikes variations carry this model name so far.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Crosscountry bike that is reliable is 1905$. However, you could also get a good Crosscountry bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 699$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that DISPATCH price is 172.53% smaller than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Average weight for Crosscountry bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Crosscountry bike is 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
much lighter than average, DISPATCH has a weight of 8.49 kg (18.72 lbs). In conclusion, the average Crosscountry bike weighs 46.05% more than DISPATCH.
Internal Cable Routing
Another thing to mention, is the internal cable routing of this bike. In conclusion, this helps you too, keep the bike cables in mint condition, and also it looks better. No more cables, surrounding the bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork is made out of carbon, so, its weight is considerably lighter than one made out of steel. However, they cost a bit more than steel forks.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the DISPATCH model has 29″ aluminum wheels. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The DISPATCH has Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.