Noob to cross and bikes - opinion on the new Felt CX bikes? - Cyclocross Magazine2024-03-29T15:57:23Zhttps://cowbell.cxmagazine.com/forum/topics/noob-to-cross-and-bikes?commentId=1198434%3AComment%3A45324&feed=yes&xn_auth=noI agree with Yeager. Get the…tag:cowbell.cxmagazine.com,2009-11-11:1198434:Comment:454542009-11-11T00:04:59.497ZCabo Wabohttps://cowbell.cxmagazine.com/profile/CaboWabo
I agree with Yeager. Get the lightest bike you can afford. Do not worry about the gearing on the double. In fact many of the courses I race on in NorCal I can leave it in the big ring.
I agree with Yeager. Get the lightest bike you can afford. Do not worry about the gearing on the double. In fact many of the courses I race on in NorCal I can leave it in the big ring. If you plan on racing, lighte…tag:cowbell.cxmagazine.com,2009-11-09:1198434:Comment:453272009-11-09T21:25:02.756ZSean Yeagerhttps://cowbell.cxmagazine.com/profile/SeanYeager
If you plan on racing, lighter will probably be better, as you inevitably get very tired pedaling and carrying a heavier bike. That said, I would much prefer the paddle-shifter of the Tiagra over the thumb-lever of the Sora shifters, but that may just be personal preference.<br />
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If they're actually 3 lbs different (seems like more weight than should be in the cranks and rear derailleur), I'd go lighter. If they're really much closer in weight, I'd go for the Tiagra.
If you plan on racing, lighter will probably be better, as you inevitably get very tired pedaling and carrying a heavier bike. That said, I would much prefer the paddle-shifter of the Tiagra over the thumb-lever of the Sora shifters, but that may just be personal preference.<br />
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If they're actually 3 lbs different (seems like more weight than should be in the cranks and rear derailleur), I'd go lighter. If they're really much closer in weight, I'd go for the Tiagra. I guess my major concern is t…tag:cowbell.cxmagazine.com,2009-11-09:1198434:Comment:453242009-11-09T21:09:09.637ZChris Mawhinneyhttps://cowbell.cxmagazine.com/profile/ChrisMawhinney
I guess my major concern is this.<br />
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On the 09 we have these components:<br />
CRANKSET: Shimano FC-R453 Triple, 3 piece, Forged Aluminum, 50/39/30T<br />
SHIFTERS: Shimano Tiagra STI, 27 Speed<br />
FRONT DERAILLEUR: Shimano Sora 31.8mm clamp-on, triple, 9 Speed<br />
REAR DERAILLEUR: Shimano 105 GS Long Cage<br />
RIMS: MAVIC CXP-22N Aluminum Rim with Machined UB Control Braking Surface and Wear Indicator laced 3-Cross Rear, Radial 0-Cross Front<br />
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And on the 2010 we have these:<br />
Crankset: FSA VERO Double, 3-PC, Forged…
I guess my major concern is this.<br />
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On the 09 we have these components:<br />
CRANKSET: Shimano FC-R453 Triple, 3 piece, Forged Aluminum, 50/39/30T<br />
SHIFTERS: Shimano Tiagra STI, 27 Speed<br />
FRONT DERAILLEUR: Shimano Sora 31.8mm clamp-on, triple, 9 Speed<br />
REAR DERAILLEUR: Shimano 105 GS Long Cage<br />
RIMS: MAVIC CXP-22N Aluminum Rim with Machined UB Control Braking Surface and Wear Indicator laced 3-Cross Rear, Radial 0-Cross Front<br />
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And on the 2010 we have these:<br />
Crankset: FSA VERO Double, 3-PC, Forged Aluminum, 48T/34T<br />
Shifters: Shimano Sora STI, 18 Speed<br />
Front Derailleur: Shimano Sora 31.8mm clamp-on, double, 9 Speed<br />
Rear Derailleur: Shimano Tiagra SS Short Cage<br />
Rims: Alex R500 Aluminum Rim, Machined CSW Braking Surface & Wear Indicator laced 3-Cross Rear, Radial 0-Cross Front<br />
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I know those 2010 components are pretty crappy. I also know it's not necessary to run a triple crankset like they have the 2009 set up.<br />
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Is running a triple going to hinder me in any way? I'm pretty much thinking my components are going to be pretty mediocre on a 1000 to 1200 dollar bike until I can upgrade anyway so for now do I go with the double for now?<br />
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Thanks! 18 is plenty, you don't need…tag:cowbell.cxmagazine.com,2009-11-09:1198434:Comment:453112009-11-09T18:51:22.297ZHamiltonhttps://cowbell.cxmagazine.com/profile/Hamilton
18 is plenty, you don't need a triple crankset for 'cross. It is nice for trail riding at times, but you'll never use that granny gear in a 'race.
18 is plenty, you don't need a triple crankset for 'cross. It is nice for trail riding at times, but you'll never use that granny gear in a 'race. Thanks so much Hamilton. I ha…tag:cowbell.cxmagazine.com,2009-11-09:1198434:Comment:453052009-11-09T17:55:43.774ZChris Mawhinneyhttps://cowbell.cxmagazine.com/profile/ChrisMawhinney
Thanks so much Hamilton. I have a specialized now and was considering the tri-cross but stumbled upon Felt and really like what they had as well. Good to hear you had good experiences.<br />
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Do you have any opinion on an 18 speed vs a 27 speed? Or the 18 speed being about 3 pounds lighter? 3 pounds seems like it could make a lot of difference. Not sure about the gears though since I'm someone who doesn't use my gears as much as I should.
Thanks so much Hamilton. I have a specialized now and was considering the tri-cross but stumbled upon Felt and really like what they had as well. Good to hear you had good experiences.<br />
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Do you have any opinion on an 18 speed vs a 27 speed? Or the 18 speed being about 3 pounds lighter? 3 pounds seems like it could make a lot of difference. Not sure about the gears though since I'm someone who doesn't use my gears as much as I should. Felt makes some pretty decent…tag:cowbell.cxmagazine.com,2009-11-09:1198434:Comment:452952009-11-09T17:33:18.501ZHamiltonhttps://cowbell.cxmagazine.com/profile/Hamilton
Felt makes some pretty decent bikes. I haven't ridden the two bikes your looking at, but I have ridden the 15X. I believe the frame geometries are the same, the fork is different and obviously the component groups are different (that RED component group was sweet). The 15X was my 2nd favorite cross bike I rode at Interbike, the Stevens CX bike was the only one that topped it. Not sure if it helps much but I've found Felt to make good bikes at a decent price.
Felt makes some pretty decent bikes. I haven't ridden the two bikes your looking at, but I have ridden the 15X. I believe the frame geometries are the same, the fork is different and obviously the component groups are different (that RED component group was sweet). The 15X was my 2nd favorite cross bike I rode at Interbike, the Stevens CX bike was the only one that topped it. Not sure if it helps much but I've found Felt to make good bikes at a decent price.