Felt Virtue 50 2015
2015 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,399$
Weight | 14.8 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 140mm -
Travel Rear 130mm -
Fork RockShox Sektor
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Groupset XT, Deore -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 3 × 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, double-butted 6061 aluminum, Hydroform, 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, Ø30.9mm seatpost size, high direct FD mount
Suspension Fork
RockShox Sektor Silver 140mm travel PopLoc 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 3 x 10-speed
Cassette
Shimano 10-speed 11-36T
Crank
Shimano Deore Hollowtech II triple: 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, Center Lock disc mount 32H, 15mm axle
Rear Hub
Forged aluminum, Center Lock disc mount, 32H, 142 x 12mm axle
Rims
WTB Speed Disc i23, 29" double-wall aluminum w/ eyelets
Spokes
2.0mm stainless steel
Tires
Schwalbe Nobby Nic Performance folding 29" x 2.35"
Brakes
Brakes
Front Brake: Shimano M355 hydraulic disc brake w/ Center Lock 180mm rotor Rear Brake: Shimano M355 hydraulic disc brake w/ Center Lock 160mm rotor
Brake Levers
Shimano M355 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, 15mm rise x 9° sweep, 720mm width
Grips
Felt Wing Grip, double-density
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 steel 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 50 completes the Felt Virtue model. Felt launched 35 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2015, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Felt Virtue 60 2015 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 1999$. Felt Virtue FRD 2015 on the other hand costs 9499$, 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 Trail bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Trail bike is 2762$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Trail bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
This bike was released in 2015 and its price was 2399$. Comparing the average cost of a Trail bike to this one, you will see that Virtue 50 price is 15.13% lower.
Trail bikes average weight
Trail bikes weigh an average of 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
With a weight of 14.8 kg (32.63 lbs), Felt bike is considerably heavier than average. In other words, this model is 14.02% heavier than the average Trail bike.
Virtue 50 components
Fork
Felt Virtue 50 2015 bike is equipped with the RockShox Sektor fork, and has 140mm travel. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Fork material
The fork is made out of aluminum, 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
When leaving the production line, the Virtue 50 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, 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 50 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Felt Virtue 50 bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.
Dropper post
Felt Virtue 50 comes with a dropper post. A dropper post is a must-have these days if you’re riding anything remotely technical. The main benefit of a dropper post is increased safety while riding. As mentioned above, the lever system allows you to quickly move the saddle out of the way when approaching descents or trail obstacles.