2020 FELT IA FRD DISC FRAMESET

The Felt IA FRD Disc is quite simply a dominating force in the triathlon world right now. The IA has won six consecutive Kona World Championship and picked up multiple 70.3 World Championships. Felt has achieved tri-bike supremacy through engineering and testing a frame that performs in various real race situations and wind patterns. With a convenient setup and geometry built for pure speed, the Felt IA FRD brings out the best in any triathlete. It is no wonder Felt refers to this bike as “the world’s fastest bike in real race conditions.” When you hit the road on this bike, you will be ready to smash your time.

The top priority of the Felt IA FRD is to go fast on the road. The ultra-aerodynamic profile of this bike was tested endlessly in the wind tunnel using various wind patterns to simulate real race conditions that one may find in Kona or other races. This assures that the IA keeps its wind-defying properties in all wind rather than just straight-away aerodynamics. This aero frame is very light and constructed with UCH Ultimate + TeXtreme carbon fiber. This material is bonded together using Felt’s InsideOut technology which eliminates any excess material for minimum weight without sacrificing the stiffness that makes the IA so fast.

The geometry of the Felt IA FRD gives the rider the fastest and most reliable ride possible for a long stay on the bike. A naturally aggressive position encourages you to go faster while perfect stability gives you the extra confidence to do so. All-out efforts on the aerobars are no problem thanks to the stable feel of the IA. Amazing steering responsiveness will have you flying around tight corners. Sustaining massive power input and maximum effort is what this bike was created to do.

As fast as the Felt IA FRD is, it does not sacrifice convenience. Storage can be found on the top tube and behind the seat tube. The CALpac 2.0 is featured on the top tube and is integrated perfectly in a way that will not disrupt the aerodynamic tendencies of the frame. BTSpac is located behind the seat tube and integrated in an aerodynamic manner. This is perfect to store something such as a flat tire kit or small tool kit. Convenience is amplified by the disc brake compatibility of the Felt IA FRD. A new fork was designed for this model to adequately produce an aero home for disc brakes. You will feel confident braking or bombing hills in any weather with reliable brakes.

You will find that the Felt IA FRD is just as simple to store and travel with. The disc brake version is easier to disassemble for storage or for maintenance. This bike is also compatible with a variety of wheels for the rider who wants to use their preferred wheelset. The Felt IA FRD has been at the pinnacle of the triathlon world for the better part of the decade for good reason. This blazing fast bike is light, stable, and convenient for the rider who is ready to crank out a long and grueling day in the saddle in their fastest time yet.

FRAME SPECIFICATIONS

Frame: Felt Integrated Aero Tri Disc UHC Ultimate + TeXtreme carbon fiber, MMC with InsideOut construction, BSA threaded bottom 68mm bracket shell, 12 x 142mm with Syntace style thru axle, flat mount disc brake standard, horizontal 12mm thru-axle dropouts, replaceable rear derailleur hanger, internal mechanical or electronic cable routing
Fork: Felt Dagger Disc UHC Ultimate + TeXtreme carbon fiber monocoque construction, 1.125" carbon fiber steerer, upper cover, blades, dropouts, crown; internal disc-brake routing, flat-mount disc brake standard, 12 x 100mm thru axle
Headset: FSA TH-873-CB integrated, 1.125" sealed ceramic ACB cartridge bearings with Felt compression device
Stem: Felt Dagger
Seatpost: Felt VariMount Aero Aero Tri UHC Advanced carbon fiber, 300mm length