Felt Virtue 3 2015
2015 Mountain
Estimate price |
3,499$
Weight | 13.5 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 140mm -
Travel Rear 130mm -
Fork RockShox Sektor
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Groupset XT, Deore -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Felt Trail, UHC Performance carbon fiber, MMC w/ InsideOut construction, full carbon dropouts, 130mm travel, Equilink suspension technology, ControlTaper head tube, post disc mount, replaceable derailleur hanger, standard 73mm threaded bottom bracket, 12 x 142mm w/ Syntace style thru axle, internal derailleur cable/brake hose/dropper post routing, Ø30.9mm seatpost size, high direct FD mount
Suspension Fork
RockShox Sektor Gold 140mm travel Solo Air, PushLoc remote lockout, hollow 6061 aluminum crown, tapered aluminum steerer tube, magnesium lowers, 15mm Maxle, post style disc mounts
Rear Shock
RockShox Monarch RT w/ custom tune, 200 x 57mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT Shadow Plus long cage
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore high direct mount, top pull
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore 2 x 10-speed
Cassette
Shimano 10-speed 11-36T
Crank
Shimano Deore Hollowtech II double: SM - 170mm MD/LG/XL - 175mm
Bottom Bracket
Shimano sealed threaded
Chain
Shimano
Chain Guide
n/a
Pedals
n/a
Wheels
Front Hub
Forged aluminum, 6 bolt disc mount 32H, 15mm axle
Rear Hub
Forged aluminum, sealed bearing, 6-bolt disc mount, 32H, 142 x 12mm axle
Rims
WTB Speed Disc i23, 29" double-wall aluminum w/ eyelets
Spokes
2.0/1.8mm double-butted stainless steel w/ aluminum nipples
Tires
Schwalbe Nobby Nic Performance folding 29" x 2.35"
Brakes
Brakes
Front Brake: Shimano Deore hydraulic disc brake w/ 180mm rotor Rear Brake: Shimano Deore hydraulic disc brake w/ 180mm rotor
Brake Levers
Shimano Deore hydraulic disc brake
Cockpit
Stem
Felt MTB 3D-forged threadless 1-1/8" +/- 7° rise for Ø31.8mm handlebar w/ black Cr-Mo bolts: SM - 70mm MD - 70mm LG - 80mm XL - 80mm
Handlebar
Felt MTB double-butted 6061 aluminum, Ø31.8mm, 5mm rise x 9° sweep, 720mm width
Grips
Felt Wing Grip, Lock-On
Headset
FSA No.42 integrated tapered Aheadset, custom cone spacer 1 x 8mm + 2 x 5mm straight spacers, w/ Felt Tornado aluminum top cap
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Cr-Mo rails
Seatpost
KS Eten dropper post non-remote: SM/MD - Ø30.9 x 350mm LG/XL - Ø30.9 x 420mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.61 mm | 1.54 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.4 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 338 mm | 338 mm | 338 mm | 338 mm |
| Front Center | 666 mm | 695 mm | 725 mm | 755 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 94 mm | 93 mm | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Stack | 617 mm | 627 mm | 636 mm | 645 mm |
| Reach | 383 mm | 408 mm | 435 mm | 461 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 556 mm | 584 mm | 613 mm | 642 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 410 mm | 460 mm | 510 mm | 560 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 443 mm | 443 mm | 443 mm | 443 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1107 mm | 1136 mm | 1166 mm | 1196 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 36 mm | 36 mm | 36 mm | 36 mm |
| Standover Height | 699 mm | 738 mm | 767 mm | 783 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
About this model
Virtue 3 completes the Felt Virtue model. Felt released 35 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Felt Virtue bikes models from 2015, here.
Model range prices
Felt Virtue 60 2015 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1999$. Felt Virtue FRD 2015 is the most expensive one and costs 9499$.
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 Trail bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Trail bike that is reliable is 2762$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Trail bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
When Felt released this model in 2015, its price was 3499$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Virtue 3 price is 26.68% more expensive than the average cost of a Trail bike.
Trail bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Trail bike, we get 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
Virtue 3 weighs 13.5 kg (29.76 lbs) and is slightly heavier than the average. To sum up, it’s 4.01% heavier than the average weight of Trail bikes.
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.
Virtue 3 components
Fork
This bike has the RockShox Sektor fork installed. The fork’s travel is 140mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Fork material
Virtue 3 has an aluminum fork, which is a lighter material. However, it is not as tough, nor durable as steel is.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the RockShox Monarch RT w/ custom tune rear shock model, which has a travel of 130mm. Rear shocks improve riding comfort and give you greater control over all terrains. To sum up, always consider getting a bike that has a rear shock as well.
Wheels
The Virtue 3 2015 bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Felt Virtue 3 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.
Dropper post
Every bike should have a dropper post, and this one does. If used correctly, a dropper post gives you more faith, maneuverability, and greater control over your bike.