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Today’s Deals2021 Felt
AR FRD Ultimate Frame
A carbon frame aero frameset.
Manufacturer Price
$4,999| Weight | 4.7 lbs (frame) |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c |
5'0" – 5'7"
5'5" – 5'9"
5'7" – 5'11"
5'9" – 6'1"
5'11" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'5"
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Summary
The Felt AR is a versatile aero road bike that excels in speed and handling, particularly in windy conditions, with a design optimized for low yaw angles. It offers a comfortable ride thanks to features like a split seatpost and adjustable saddle clamp, though it is noted for being heavier than some competitors. The bike's contemporary features, such as thru-axles and disc brakes, along with its ability to accommodate wider tires, make it a user-friendly option for riders seeking performance and comfort.
Fast and efficient in windy conditions
Comfortable ride with split seatpost and adjustable saddle clamp
Contemporary features like thru-axles and disc brakes
Accommodates wider tires for added comfort
User-friendly design with easy maintenance
Heavier than some competitors
Vague handling at slower speeds
Finicky clamping mechanism for seatpost
Limited handlebar height adjustment due to internal cable routing
"The handlebar can be as personal a touch-point as a saddle," says Alexander Soria, director of product development at Felt.
Canadian Cycling Magazinethe Felt AR seems to hold speed for fun
Cycling NewsNot since the Venge ViAS, which I tested back in 2016, have I been so impressed by a bike’s quickness off the mark.
CyclistThe new AR feels taut, responsive and exciting out on the road.
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Sep 2021 · Ben Delaney
Joey Rosskopf, a 32-year-old rider with Rally Cycling, was twice the U.S. national time trial champion in 2017 and 2018 when riding for BMC Racing. This summer, though, he and his Rally teammates took turns counterattacking at the business end of the U.S. road championships, and he was able to put his TT skills to … Continued
Jul 2021 · Simon Bromley
Stiffer, more aerodynamic and with an angle-adjustable seatpost
Fast
User-friendly
Excellent spec
Internal cable routing limits handlebar height adjustment
Heavier than the competition
Dec 2020 · Josh Croxton
With its first update since 2014, how does the long-awaited new Felt AR keep up with today's best?
Straight-line speed
Saddle clamp allows offset adjustment
Weighty
The aesthetics of the stem
Aug 2020 · James Spender
An aero bike that ticks boxes for its speed and acceleration, but overall weight holds it back at times
Fast
Punchy
Comfortable
Heavy
Aug 2020 · David Kennedy
New for 2020 Felt and Parlee expand theoir aeor offering. The two road bike brands take on a modern approach to aerodynamic road bike design. Resulting on a
| Frame | Felt AeroRoad 3.0 | UHC Ultimate + TeXtreme carbon fiber BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Color: Matte Textreme (White, Blue) |
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| Fork | Felt AeroRoad 3.0 | UHC Ultimate + TeXtreme carbon fiber |
| Bottom Bracket | Press-Fit | BB386 |
| Headset | IS (NO.44) |
| Stem | Felt Sprint | UHC Advanced carbon fiber |
| Saddle | - |
| Seatpost | Felt AeroRoad IL 2.0 | UHC Advanced + TeXtreme carbon fiber Type: Rigid |
| Brakes | - |
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| Rims | - |
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First added April 19
Last updated April 15
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