Felt NINE 3 2017
2017 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,999$
Weight | 10.82 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox Reba
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Groupset XT, Race Face -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Felt XC, UHC Performance carbon fiber, MMC w/ InsideOut construction, full carbon dropouts, ControlTaper head tube, Kevlar chain watcher, replaceable derailleur hanger, IS disc mounts, standard 73mm threaded bottom bracket, 142mm OLD, internal derailleur
Suspension Fork
Rock Shox Reba RL Solo Air, Tapered steerer, Oneloc remote, 100mm
Rear Shock
n/a
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT 11-speed Shadow Plus, long cage
Front Derailleur
n/a
Shift Levers
Shimano XT 11-speed, i-spec II
Cassette
Shimano XT 11-speed, 11-40T
Crank
Race Face Aeffect SL XS/SM - 170mm MD/LG/XL - 175mm
Bottom Bracket
Race Face 73mm
Chain
Shimano HG700
Chain Guide
n/a
Pedals
n/a
Wheels
Front Hub
Forged aluminum, 6-bolt, 15x100
Rear Hub
Forged aluminum, 6-bolt, 12x142
Rims
Aluminum double wall, 21mm inside
Spokes
2.0/1.8mm double-butted stainless
Tires
Schwalbe Racing Ralph Performance, folding, 29 x 2.25
Brakes
Brakes
Front Brake: Shimano Deore M615, 180mm rotor/Rear Brake: Shimano Deore M615, 160mm rotor
Brake Levers
Shimano Deore
Cockpit
Stem
Felt MTB 3D-forged threadless 1-1/8" +/- 7° rise for Ø31.8mm handlebar w/ black Cr-Mo bolts: XS - 70mm SM/MD - 80mm LG - 90mm XL - 100mm
Handlebar
Felt MTB 6061 Flat top, Ø31.8mm, 5mm rise x 9° sweep (720mm)
Grips
Felt Wing lock-on grip
Headset
FSA NO.42ACB-A w/7.8mm custom cone spacer
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Race - Cr-mo rails
Seatpost
Felt butted 6061, dual-bolt micro-adjust 15mm offset, Ø27.2 XS/SM (350MM) MD/LG/XL (400MM)
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 14" | 16" | 18" | 20" | 22" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.56 mm | 1.55 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.42 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm |
| Front Center | 617 mm | 632 mm | 652 mm | 672 mm | 695 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 75 mm | 77 mm | 77 mm | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Stack | 600 mm | 623 mm | 632 mm | 642 mm | 651 mm |
| Reach | 385 mm | 403 mm | 420 mm | 437 mm | 457 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 567 mm | 592 mm | 612 mm | 632 mm | 652 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 356 mm | 406 mm | 457 mm | 508 mm | 559 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 ° | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 90 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 447 mm | 447 mm | 447 mm | 447 mm | 447 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1056 mm | 1071 mm | 1091 mm | 1111 mm | 1134 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Standover Height | 686 mm | 721 mm | 767 mm | 801 mm | 830 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
NINE 3 completes the Felt Nine model. Felt released 66 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Felt Nine bikes models from 2017, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Felt NINE 80 2017 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 599$. On the other hand, Felt NINE 1 2017, is the most expensive and costs 4999$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
At the moment of the release date, Felt NINE 3 price was 2999$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 57.43% higher.
Average weight for Crosscountry bikes
Crosscountry bikes have an average weight of 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Weighing 10.82 kg (23.85 lbs), the NINE 3 model is considerably lighter than average. To sum up, it’s 14.6% lighter than the average weight of Crosscountry bikes.
Internal Cable Routing
It’s also important to mention the internal cable routing that this bike has. In short, this will allow you to keep your bike cables in great condition. Say goodbye to hanging cables.
Overview of components
Fork
Felt NINE 3 2017 bike is equipped with the RockShox Reba fork, and has 100mm travel. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Felt NINE 3 2017, has a 29″ aluminum model. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.