Felt Nine 70 2013
2013 Mountain
Estimate price |
719$
Weight | 14.9 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork SunTour XCT
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Groupset Alivio, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
FELT Nine series 29'er frame, double butted 6061 aluminum w/ Tapered head tube, Hydroform top tube and seat stays: IS disc mounts, oversized integrated head tube for semi-integrated headset, replaceable derailleur hanger , rack & fender mount, disc brake specific. Standard 73mm bottom bracket, 135mm old, 30.9mm seatpost size, 35mm front derailleur clamp
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour SF13-XCT MLO 29" 100mm travel hi-ten 1-1/8" steerer tube, forged + cnc 6061 crown, mechanical lockout, hi-ten 28mm stanchion, 126mm pitch, leading axle, one-piece aluminum lower + brace, two sides coil spring + mcu, w/ low-profile mini boots and preload adjust, disc brake specific lowers
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio M430-SGS, long cage
Front Derailleur
Shimano FD-M390 top swing
Shift Levers
Shimano SL-M300 9 Speed Rapid Fire
Cassette
Sunrace CSM96 9 Speed 11-32T
Crank
SR Suntour CW13-XCR-T424 crankset with forged alloy arms, 44X32X22T chainrings, lengths XS/S-170mm, M/L/XL=175mm
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge
Chain
Sunrace CNM94 9 Speed
Pedals
Steel cage w/pp body
Wheels
Front Hub
forged alloy 6-bolt disc mount 32h hub: w/ alloy quick release
Rear Hub
forged alloy 6-bolt disc mount, 8-speed cassette 32h hub: w/ alloy quick release lever
Rims
29" Doublewall aluminum for disc-brake, 32h
Spokes
Stainless 14g with brass nipples
Tires
Geax AKA 2.2 wire bead w/ Shraeder valve tubes
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Novella mechanical disc brake 180mm front/ 160mm rear stainless steel rotors
Brake Levers
Tektro TS360A MTB levers for linear pull brakes, 2 finger lever with return spring and reach adjust
Cockpit
Stem
Felt MTB 3D-forged design: 4-bolt handlebar clamp, 1-1/8" threadless, for 31.8mm handlebar, 7 degree rise, w/ CP Cromo hardware Sizes; XS-80mm, S/M-90mm, L-100mm,XL-110mm
Handlebar
Felt MTB XC riser bar: butted 6061 Aluminum 30mm rise, 9 degree bend, 5 degree up sweep 31.8mm bar bore, Widths: XS-640mm, S/XL-680mm
Grips
Felt dual-density wing grips Kraton rubber base, Pruven rubber center, Color matched
Headset
Semi-integrated 1-1/8" Aheadset steel cups, caged bearing, w/ felt Tornado alloy top cap, custom curved 1 x 15mm + 2 x 5mm straight washers
Seat
Saddle
Felt mountain design low profile look w/ comfort fit top, double-density base, satin steel rails
Seatpost
Felt alloy micro adjust 6061 alloy shaft, low-profile forged head & extruded rail clamps, Sizes: XS/S-30.9mm x 350mm, M/L/XL - 30.9mm x 400mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 14" | 16" | 18" | 20" | 22" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.54 mm | 1.54 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.43 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm |
| Front Center | 618 mm | 638 mm | 658 mm | 678 mm | 698 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 81 mm | 80 mm | 80 mm | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Stack | 602 mm | 621 mm | 630 mm | 639 mm | 649 mm |
| Reach | 391 mm | 404 mm | 421 mm | 438 mm | 455 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 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 90 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 447 mm | 452 mm | 452 mm | 452 mm | 452 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1056 mm | 1082 mm | 1102 mm | 1122 mm | 1143 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 70 belongs to the Felt Nine model. There are 66 bikes that carry this model name. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2013, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Felt Nine 80 2013 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 619$. On the other hand, Felt Nine 1 2013, is the most expensive and costs 5169$.
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
If you want to purchase a solid Crosscountry bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1905$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 719$. In conclusion, this bike price is 164.95% lower than the price of the average Crosscountry bike.
Average weight for Crosscountry bikes
Crosscountry bikes weigh an average of 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
Nine 70 weighs 14.9 kg (32.85 lbs) and is much heavier than the average. In other words, this model is 20.16% heavier than the average Crosscountry bike.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the SunTour XCT fork installed. The fork’s travel is 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has an aluminum one, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Nine 70 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, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.