Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset 105, Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Felt Fit Woman™ HM Modular Carbon Fiber Frame with 3KP Finish. Forged Dropouts
Suspension Fork
Felt Fit Woman™ HM 1.3 carbon fiber
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano BLACK 105 SS Short Cage
Front Derailleur
Shimano BLACK 105 braze-on, double
Shift Levers
Shimano ST-R700 STI, 20 Speed w/Short Reach Shim
Cassette
Shimano 10-Speed Cassette, 11-25T
Crank
FSA BLACK Gossamer Compact Mega EXO, 2 piece, Cold Forged Aluminum with CNC 7075/T6 Alloy Chainrings, 50/34T; Petite=165mm, Small & Medium=170mm, Tall=172.5mm
Bottom Bracket
FSA Mega EXO
Chain
Shimano 10-Speed
Pedals
n/a
Wheels
Rims
MAVIC Open Sport Aluminum Rim with Eyelets and Machined UB Control Braking Surface and Wear Indicator with 3-Cross Rear, Radial 0-Cross Front
Spokes
DT Champion BLACK Stainless 2.0mm
Tires
Vittoria Zaffiro Foldable 700c x 23c
Brakes
Brakes
Dual Pivot with Cartridge Brake Shoes, Stainless Hardware and Teflon Bushings
Brake Levers
Shimano ST-R700 with Short Reach Shims
Cockpit
Stem
FELT 1.2 6061 Alumnim 3D Forged 31.8mm with 7 Degree Rise, Petite and Small=80mm, Medium=90mm, Tall=100mm
Handlebar
FELT FIT WOMAN Road Racing Specific Design, Double Butted 6061 Aluminum with Compact Ergonomic Drop, 26.0mm, Petite and Small=380mm, Medium & Tall=400mm
Grips
Felt Gel Ribbon Cork Tape Yellow Pearl with FELT 3D Logo
Headset
Cane Creek type 1 1/8" Integrated with 20mm Cone and 3 X 7.5mm Spacer Stack
Seat
Saddle
Felt FIT WOMAN Anatomic D2 Double Density Base with pressure relief zone, Custom Cover and Chrome Moly Rails
Seatpost
FELT 1.2 Carbon Fiber, 27.2mm, 300mm
Model Overview
ZW3 belongs to the Felt Zw3 model. Felt released 6 bikes variations of this model so far.
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.
Race bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Race bike that is reliable is 3350$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Race bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
When Felt released this model in 2009, its price was 2299$. In conclusion, this bike price is 45.72% lower than the price of the average Race bike.
Race bikes average weight
Race bikes weigh an average of 6.82 kg (15.04 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
considerably heavier than average, ZW3 has a weight of 7.75 kg (17.09 lbs). In short, the average Race bike weight is 13.64% lower than this one.
Overview of components
Fork material
ZW3 has a carbon fork, so, it’s a great addition to the bike’s value. However, carbon forks should be regularly inspected for damage because even the smallest crack could cause the fork to fall apart.
Wheels
The ZW3 2009 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The ZW3 comes with Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.
Sizes
Felt ZW3 2009 is available in one size only. In conclusion, make sure it fits you, or look for another model.