Felt NINE Race 2009
2009 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,349$
Weight | 11.48 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 80mm -
Fork RockShox Reba
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Groupset XT -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
FELT 29er specific MTB frame Double Butted 6061 tubes with Hydroformed Top Tube. Disc specific, Oversized Integrated Head Tube w/integrated Headset, Replaceable Derailleur Hanger
Suspension Fork
FELT 29er specific MTB Frame Double Butted 6061 tubes with Hydroformed Top Tube. Disc specific; RockShox Reba SL Dual Air 80mm Travel Suspension fork
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore XT "SHADOW" Top-Normal Version RD-M772
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore XT FD-M770 bottom swing Dual Pull
Shift Levers
Shimano XT SL-M770 Rapid Fire Shifter, with Push-Pull Release Lever, 27-Speed
Cassette
Shimano Deore XT CS-M770, 9-Speed Cassette, 11-34T
Crank
Shimano Deore XT FC-M770 Composite middle ring, Hollowtech II 44/32/22T, Lengths: 15.5=170mm; 17.5-21.5=175mm
Bottom Bracket
Included with Crankset
Chain
Shimano HG-73
Pedals
None
Wheels
Rims
WTB LaserDisc Trail 29er 700c x 26mm x 32hole, Single eyelets, Presta valve, Black Anodized (With graphics)
Spokes
Black Stainless 14G/15G double butted w. Brass Nipples
Tires
Kenda Small Block Eight Low Knob Race specific design, 120 tpi case with Folding bead, 29 x 2.1
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Deore XT BR-M775 one piece caliper, Hydraulic, with centerlock rotors, Rotors: 180mm Front; 160mm Rear
Brake Levers
Shimano Deore XT BL-775 Free stroke adjustment, Servo Wave pivot system
Cockpit
Stem
FELT RXC STEM Oversized 6061 Alloy, 3D Cold-Forged + CNC,1-1/8" Threadless 4-Bolt, 5 Degree Rise. 31.8mm Bar Bore CP Hardware. Extensions: 15.5=90mm; 17.5=100mm; 19.5/21.5=110mm
Handlebar
FELT RXC Riser Handlebar Butted Oversize 6061 Aluminum, 31.8mm clamp diameter, 25mm Rise, 8 degree bend with 4 degree sweep, Width: 640mm
Grips
Felt Dual-Density Extra-Soft & Sticky (Recipe #25)center with Hard Outer Durometer, 130mm Length, 30mm OD, Grey outer/Blk grip section
Headset
Integrated 1-1/8" Aheadset--Cane Creek Type 45 Degree Sealed Cartridge Bearing, with Alloy Laser Top Cap, Custom Curved 1 x 15mm + 2 x 5mm Straight Washers
Seat
Saddle
Felt RXC Lite, Super Low Side Profile Look with Medium/Flat Top, Superlight Foam, Double-Density Base, Silver Tubular NiTi Rails
Seatpost
Felt Two-Bolt Alloy Micro-Adjust, 100% Black, 30.9mm x 350mm, 275g
Model Overview
NINE Race belongs to the Felt Nine model. Felt launched 66 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Felt Nine bikes models from 2009, here.
Model range prices
Felt NINE Comp 2009 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 1399$. Felt NINE Team 2009 on the other hand costs 4999$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
At the moment of the release date, Felt NINE Race price was 2349$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 23.31% more expensive.
Average weight for Crosscountry bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Crosscountry bike, we get 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
Felt NINE Race it’s weighing 11.48 kg (25.31 lbs). At this weight, is a bit lighter than average. In other words, this model is 8.01% lighter than the average Crosscountry bike.
NINE Race components
Fork
The NINE Race comes factory-installed with the RockShox Reba fork. This has a travel range of 80mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of aluminum, which doesn’t add too much extra weight to the bike. However, it is not so stiff as steel or carbon forks are.
Wheels size
The NINE Race 2009 bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Felt NINE Race is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
Felt NINE Race 2009 is available in one size only. In conclusion, make sure it fits you, or look for another model.