Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Travel Rear 130mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Gold RL
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Groupset X7, X5 -
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 Virtue alloy Equilink series, adjustable 120/130mm travel suspension frame: set at 130mm 7005 double-butted aluminum front and rear triangle w/hydroform tt & down tube and seatstays, Equilink suspension technology, Controltaper 1.125/1.5 integrated head tube, high clearance forged seat and chainstay yokes, IS disc mount, replacable derailleur hanger.
Suspension Fork
Rockshox Recon Gold TK solo air 15mm 120mm travel: w/ turnkey lockout: 15mm Maxle lite thru axle, tapered 1 1/8""- 1.5"" alloy steerer, all travel solo air, adjustable air pressure, adjustable rebound, magnesium lowers w/ post style disc mount
Rear Shock
RockShox Ario R: solo air spring, hydraulic damping w/ IFP and rebound adjustment, w/custom valving
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X-7 10 speed
Front Derailleur
SRAM X-5 10 speed: downswing
Shift Levers
SRAM X-5 10 speed triggers
Cassette
SRAM PG-1031 10 speed 11-36T
Crank
SRAM S800 3 x 10 10 speed: alloy arms, 44tx33tx22t chainrings, lengths: S=170mm; M-XL=175mm
Bottom Bracket
Truvativ Howittzer M15
Chain
SRAM PC-1031 10-speed
Chain Guide
n/a
Pedals
n/a
Wheels
Front Hub
forged alloy 6-bolt disc mount: 32 hole, w/ alloy quick release
Rear Hub
SRAM Mountain MTH 406 6-bolt disc mount, 8/9 speed cassette: 32 hole, w/ SRAM quick release lever
Rims
WTB SX-17 disc brake doublewall aluminum: w/ single eyelets
Spokes
stainless 14g w/ brass nipples
Tires
WTB Wolverine 2.2: w/presta valve tubes
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Draco hydraulic disc brake: 180mm front/ 160mm rear stainless steel rotors
Brake Levers
Tektro Draco hydraulic
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; S=80mm M=90mm L=100mm XL=110mm
Handlebar
Felt MTB XC 25mm riser bar: butted 6061 Aluminum, 8 degree bend, 4 degree up sweep 31.8mm bar bore, Widths: 680mm
Grips
Felt dual-density wing grips: Kraton rubber base, Pruven rubber center, Color matched
Headset
Fully Integrated 1-1/8""/1.5"" Aheadset for tapered Head tube: Cane Creek sealed cartridge bearing, w/ Carbon top cap, custom curved 1 x 15mm + 2 x 5mm straight washers
Seat
Saddle
Felt mountain design: low side profile look w/ comfort fit top, double-density base, satin steel rails
Seatpost
Felt alloy micro adjust: 6061 alloy, low-profile forged head & extruded rail clamps, sizes: S=30.9mm x 350mm , M-XL =30.9mm x 400mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 333 mm | 333 mm | 333 mm | 333 mm |
| Front Center | 652 mm | 678 mm | 702 mm | 728 mm |
| Rake | 39 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 545 mm | 570 mm | 594 mm | 619 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 411 mm | 445 mm | 495 mm | 545 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 120 mm | 135 mm | 150 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 419 mm | 419 mm | 419 mm | 419 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1069 mm | 1095 mm | 1119 mm | 1145 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 10 mm | 10 mm | 10 mm | 10 mm |
| Standover Height | 687 mm | 697 mm | 741 mm | 782 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
Model Overview
Virtue Sport belongs to the Felt Virtue model. Felt launched 35 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Felt Virtue bikes models from 2012, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Felt Virtue Sport 2012 has a starting price of 2499$. Felt Virtue LTD 2012 on the other hand is the most expensive at 9999$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Trail bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Trail bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2012 for 2499$. If we compare this with the average Trail bike cost we notice that the price is 10.52% lower.
Virtue Sport components
Fork
Felt Virtue Sport 2012 bike is equipped with the RockShox Recon Gold RL fork, and has 120mm travel. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing 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.
Rear Shock
The Virtue Sport has a rear shock with a travel of 130mm. The model RockShox Ario R: solo air spring is the one installed in this bike. Rear shocks improve riding comfort and give you greater control over all terrains. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels size
The wheels on Virtue Sport are the 26″ aluminum type. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, they are less forgiving when riding over obstacles such as bumps and roots.
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, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
This bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.