Felt FA Frame Kit 2013
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Frame summary
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 700c
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Suspension Rigid
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Felt Road Superlight Custom Butted 7005 aluminum, BB30 shell, DT cable routing, aluminum dropouts & replaceable rear derailleur hanger
Suspension Fork
Felt Road UHC Advanced Carbon Fiber monocoque fork; 100% Carbon Fiber ControlTaper 1.125" - 1.5" steerer tube, crown, blades, & dropouts
Drivetrain
Bottom Bracket
BB30, press-fit
Cockpit
Headset
FSA NO.42 1.125" - 1.5" Integrated, w/ UD Carbon Fiber 15mm cone spacer, 2 x 10mm UD Carbon Fiber headset spacer, 2 x 5mm UD Carbon Fiber headset spacer, Felt compression device, Carbon Fiber top cap & 7075 anodized aluminum bolt
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 51cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm | 61cm |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.38 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.48 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 266 mm | 266 mm | 266 mm | 266 mm | 266 mm |
| Front Center | 579 mm | 580 mm | 588 mm | 604 mm | 622 mm |
| Rake | 50 mm | 45 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm |
| Trail | 54 mm | 56 mm | 55 mm | 52 mm | 53 mm |
| Stack | 525 mm | 538 mm | 559 mm | 580 mm | 619 mm |
| Reach | 381 mm | 388 mm | 397 mm | 411 mm | 419 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 532 mm | 547 mm | 562 mm | 582 mm | 607 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 470 mm | 520 mm | 540 mm | 570 mm | 610 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 72.5 ° | 73 ° | 73.5 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 130 mm | 150 mm | 170 mm | 210 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 407 mm | 407 mm | 407 mm | 409 mm | 412 mm |
| Wheelbase | 975 mm | 976 mm | 985 mm | 1002 mm | 1024 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Standover Height | 712 mm | 752 mm | 772 mm | 798 mm | 836 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
FA Frame Kit is part of the Felt Fa model. Felt released 4 frames variations of this model so far.
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 Race frames
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Race frame is 2445$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Race frame. To sum up, when you purchase your frame, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
This frame was released in 2013 and its price was 829$. In conclusion, this frame price is 194.93% lower than the price of the average Race frame.
Average weight for Race frames
Race frames have an average weight of 1.41 kg (3.11 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
With a weight of 2.15 kg (4.74 lbs), Felt frame is much heavier than average. In other words, this model is 52.48% heavier than the average Race frame.
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
FA Frame Kit has a carbon fork, so, its weight is considerably lighter than one made out of steel. However, they cost a bit more than steel forks.
