Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 700c
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Groupset Rival, Apex
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Suspension Rigid
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Drivetrain 2 × 10
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Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Felt Cyclocross Superlight Custom Butted 7005 aluminum, hydroformed shoulder friendly top tube, aluminum BB30 shell, DT cable routing, forged aluminum dropouts w/ IS disc mount & replaceable rear derailleur hanger
Suspension Fork
Felt Cyclocross UHC Performance monocoque fork; 100% Carbon Fiber blades w/ aluminum ControlTaper 1.125"" - 1.5"" steerer tube, crown, & dropouts w/ post mount disc tabs
Rear Shock
n/a
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Rival
Front Derailleur
SRAM Apex Ø34.9mm
Shift Levers
SRAM Apex DoubleTap
Cassette
SRAM, 11-28T
Crank
SRAM S350 BB30, 46/36T; 47cm=165mm, 50cm=170mm, 53cm=172.5mm, 55cm-60cm=175mm
Bottom Bracket
SRAM BB30
Chain
SRAM 10-speed
Chain Guide
n/a
Pedals
n/a
Wheels
Front Hub
Felt CxR disc
Rear Hub
Felt CxR disc
Rims
Felt CXR disc
Spokes
S tainless steel
Tires
Vittoria Cross XG Pro 700c x 32c
Brakes
Brakes
Avid BB5 disc w/ ASHIMA 6 bolt 410 stainless steel rotor, front=160mm, rear=140mm
Brake Levers
SRAM Apex
Cockpit
Stem
Felt SL 3D forged 6061 aluminum w/custom Cr-Mo bolts, +/-7° rise, Ø31.8mm bar clamp, 47cm=80mm, 50cm=90mm, 53cm-55cm=100mm, 57cm=110mm, 60cm=120mm.
Handlebar
Felt CXR, 6066 butted double butted aluminum, ergonomic, Ø31.8mm, Drop=118mm, Reach=72 mm, 47cm=380mm, 50cm=400mm, 53cm=420mm, 55cm=440mm, 57cm=440mm, 60cm=440mm
Grips
Felt Gel Velvet Tape w/ F-Wing emboosed logos
Headset
FSA NO.42 1.125" - 1.5" integrated, w/ aluminum 15mm cone spacer, 2 x 10mm PC headset spacer, 1 x 5mm aluminum headset spacer, Felt Tornado aluminum top cap & 2024 anodized aluminum bolt
Seat
Saddle
Felt SL, w/ Carbon Fiber injected base & hollow Cr-Mo rails
Seatpost
Felt CXR.2 forged 6061 aluminum, Ø27.2mm
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 47cm | 50cm | 53cm | 55cm | 57cm | 60cm |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.42 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.46 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 279 mm | 279 mm | 279 mm | 279 mm | 279 mm | 279 mm |
| Front Center | 583 mm | 584 mm | 585 mm | 605 mm | 620 mm | 646 mm |
| Rake | 50 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 64 mm | 68 mm | 64 mm | 64 mm | 64 mm | 64 mm |
| Stack | 527 mm | 540 mm | 551 mm | 570 mm | 589 mm | 613 mm |
| Reach | 370 mm | 377 mm | 379 mm | 393 mm | 402 mm | 420 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 512 mm | 527 mm | 542 mm | 562 mm | 582 mm | 607 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 74.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 470 mm | 500 mm | 530 mm | 550 mm | 570 mm | 600 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 ° | 71.5 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 150 mm | 170 mm | 195 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1007 mm | 1007 mm | 1009 mm | 1029 mm | 1044 mm | 1070 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Standover Height | 728 mm | 753 mm | 781 mm | 798 mm | 816 mm | 836 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
F65X completes the Felt F65x model. 4 bikes variations carry this model name 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.
Average price for Cyclocross bikes
If you want an acceptable Cyclocross bike you should know that the average price is 2012$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Cyclocross bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 1859$. In conclusion, this bike price is 8.23% lower than the price of the average Cyclocross bike.
Cyclocross bikes average weight
Cyclocross bikes have an average weight of 8.79 kg (19.38 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
a bit heavier than average, F65X has a weight of 9.46 kg (20.86 lbs). In conclusion, the average Cyclocross bike weighs 7.62% less than F65X.
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 on this bike is made out of carbon, so, it is super light and stiff. In conclusion, a carbon fork gives you great control when steering, and is also more forgiving.
Wheels
The F65X 2013 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The F65X comes with Mechanical Disc brakes. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.
