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Virtue 1
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension trail bike with ultra high-end components.
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$5,999| Weight | 25.4 lbs |
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| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Full, 130 / 140mm |
| Fork | RockShox Revelation RC |
| Shock | RockShox Monarch RT3 |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | X01, X1 |
| Brakes | SRAM X0 Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
5'2" – 5'8"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'7"
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Summary
The Felt Virtue is a trail bike that excels in stability and efficiency, particularly on climbs and technical terrain, thanks to its Equilink suspension system. However, it receives mixed reviews for its descending performance and handling in playful or sporty riding scenarios. The bike's carbon-fibre frame and internal cable routing are frequently praised, but some components and the suspension setup may not meet all riders' expectations for rough terrain or aggressive riding.
Stable and predictable on technical terrain
Efficient Equilink suspension system reduces pedal bob
Clean internal cable routing and detailed carbon-fibre frame
Good climbing efficiency and rear tire traction
Shimano XT hydraulic disc brakes for reliable stopping
Less supportive of playful or sporty riding styles
Suspension can feel unnatural when standing and pedaling
Overstretched fork and stiff rear end reduce descending performance
Heavier than some carbon counterparts
Limited mud clearance with aggressive tires
It’ll keep you grounded and rolling above the chunky stuff.
BIKE MagazineThe bike’s strength lies in keeping the speed up and letting the big wheels and higher bottom bracket float over obstacles.
Canadian Cycling MagazineOnce you stop climbing, the Virtue’s stiff, twangy rear end presents a challenge or two
BikeRadarFelt’s Equilink suspension system is unique and effective
MTBRFeedback?
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Nov 2014 · Guy Kesteven
If you want a light, tight XC/trail 29er with a talent for climbs then this Felt does indeed have a lot of virtues
Oct 2014 · Brad Hunter
Felt Virtue Nine 3 provides fast and smooth riding over bumpy trails
Aug 2014 · Gregg Kato
Felt Bicycles has a ton of new models for 2015 including the all mountain/enduro Compulsion, the trail oriented Virtue, the XC Edict and Nine line of lightweight carbon 29er hardtails. - Mtbr.com
Feb 2014
For such a workhorse of a bike, the 29-inch-wheeled Felt Virtue Nine 20 had our testers firmly divided. One editor had his best ride of the entire Bible of Bike Tests on it.
Aug 2013
With its 2014 MTB lineup, Felt Bicycles moves away from its 26-inch bikes in favor of 29ers. This includes a complete redesign of its trail-oriented rig, the Virtue. This week, from its headquarters in Irvine, Calif. Felt introduced the Virtue Nine series that will be available beginning in the fall (aluminum versions) and winter 2013/2014 (carbon versions).
Oct 2012 · MBA Action
Full-Tilt Carbon On A Budget Felt redesigned their Virtue lineup to offer all-new carbon and aluminum versions. Think of this as the classic trailbike.
| Frame | Felt Trail, UHC Advanced + TeXtreme 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 BB Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded |
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| Fork | RockShox Revelation RLT, 140mm travel, Solo Air, PushLoc remote lockout, hollow 6061 aluminum crown, tapered aluminum steerer tube, magnesium lowers, 15mm Maxle, post style disc mounts Travel: 140mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | RockShox Monarch RT3 w/ custom tune, 200 x 57mm Travel: 130mm |
| Bottom Bracket | GXP sealed threaded |
| Headset | FSA No.42 integrated tapered Aheadset, custom cone spacer 1 x 8mm + 2 x 5mm straight spacers, w/ Felt Tornado aluminum top cap |
| 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 carbon, Ø31.8mm, 8mm rise x 9° sweep, 720mm width |
| Saddle | WTB Volt Cr-Mo rails |
| Seatpost | RockShox Reverb Stealth dropper post w/ remote: SM/MD - Ø30.9 x 355mm LG/XL - Ø30.9 x 420mm Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | n/a |
| Grips | ESI Racers Edge, silicon |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM X01 |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | n/a |
| Crank | SRAM X01 carbon, single: SM - 170mm MD/LG/XL - 175mm |
| Shifters | SRAM X1 right only, 11-speed |
| Cassette | SRAM X1 11-speed 10-42T |
| Chain | SRAM X1 |
| Chain Guide | n/a |
| Brakes | SRAM X0 hydraulic disc brake w/ 180mm rotor, 6-bolt Type: SRAM X0 Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | SRAM XO |
| Rims | Easton Haven aluminum 29", tubeless compatible |
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| Spokes | Sapim 2.0/1.7mm double-butted stainless steel w/ aluminum nipples |
| Front Hub | Easton Haven 24H 15mm axle |
| Rear Hub | Easton Haven 24H 142 x 12mm axle |
| Tires | Schwalbe Nobby Nic TL ready, SnakeSkin folding 29" x 2.35" |
| Fenders | n/a |
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First added September 19
Last updated September 19
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