2011 Felt

Z85

An aluminum frame race bike with upper mid-range components and rim brakes.

Manufacturer Price

$1,199
Weight20.0 lbs  
FrameAluminum
SuspensionRigid
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 10
Groupset105, FSA
BrakesRim
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Gearing

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Lowest gear

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39 mph

Z85

40 mph

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Reviews
Cycling Weekly
Felt Z85

Feb 2010 · Cycling Weekly

Great-looking aluminium-framed bike for less than £850

Highs
  • Great looking

  • Well priced

  • Looks far more expensive than it is

  • Good component choice

Lows
  • Wheels are a bit average - but at this price, that's a niggle

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Specs
Build
Frame

Felt Classic Racing Specific Geometry. Felt Super-light Custom Butted 7005 Aluminum w/ Smooth Welding, CNC HT & BB Shell, Forged Dropout & Replaceable Hanger.

Fork

Felt UHC Performance Carbon Fiber Design w/ 3KP Weave, Carbon Blades, Aluminum Crown & 1.125 Steerer, and Dropouts

Shock

n/a

Bottom Bracket

FSA 68mm w/ Forged Chromoly Square Taper 103mm Spindle

Headset

FSA 1.125 Integrated w/ 25mm Aluminum Cone & 2 X 10mm Aluminum Headset Spacer, 1 x 5mm Aluminum Headset Spacer, Felt Aluminum Top Cap

Stem

Felt VA Adjustable 6061 3D Forged Ø31.8mm w/ +/-(5, 10, or 15)° Variable Angle Rise, 51cm=80mm, 54cm=90mm, 56cm=100mm, 58cm-61cm=110mm.

Handlebar

Felt VS 6061 Aluminum Bar w/ Felt Variable Shape Ergonomic Drop, Ø31.8mm, 51cm=400mm, 54cm-56cm=420mm, 58cm-61cm=440mm

Saddle

Felt D2 Anatomic Road Saddle w/ Double-Density Gel Base, Custom Embossed Cover w/ Cr-Mo rails

Seatpost

Felt UHC Performance Carbon Fiber Design, Forged Aluminum Head, Twin Side Clamp Bolts, Ø27.2mm, 330mm

TypeRigid

Pedals

n/a

Grips

Felt Gel Ribbon Cork Tape w/ Felt 3D Logo

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano 105 SS Short Cage

Front Derailleur

Shimano 105 31.8mm clamp-on, double

Crank

FSA Vero Compact, A6061-T6 cold Forged solid Crank Arms, w/ AL7075 T6 Aluminum CNC AL7075 Outer Chainring, 110mm BCD, 783 grams (excluding BB) 50/34T; 51cm=170mm, 54cm-56cm=172.5mm, 58cm-61cm=175mm

Shifters

Shimano 105 STI, 20-Speed

Cassette

Shimano 105 Cassette, 11-28T

Chain

Shimano 105 10-Speed

Chain Guide

n/a

Brakes

Dual Pivot w/ Cartridge Brake Shoes, Stainless Hardware & Teflon Bushings

TypeRim

Brake Levers

Shimano 105 STI

Wheels
Rims

MAVIC CXP-22N Aluminum Rim w/ Machined UB Control Braking Surface & Wear Indicator laced 3-Cross Rear, Radial 0-Cross Front

Spokes

Stainless Steel 2.0mm w/ Brass Nipples

Front Hub

Felt Sealed Forged Aluminum w/ Quick Release, 32H

Rear Hub

Felt Forged Aluminum Sealed Shimano 10, 9, or 8 speed Compatible Cassette w/ Quick Release, 32H

Tires

Vittoria Zaffiro, 700c x 25c

Accessories
Fenders

n/a

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