#RacingMatters. What Does It Mean, And Why Is It Important?

Inspiration

June 20, 2018

When we started using this hashtag, the intention was to echo Felt’s heritage in racing. It made sense. Our first frames were created for Kona World Champion Paula Newby-Fraser. Since then, we’ve always supported athletes through sponsorship and have used rider-testing input in our product development since we began. Racing (or competition) inherently beckons one to push oneself beyond his or her limits, whether that's from a mental, physical, or equipment standpoint. As a manufacturer, we’ve always understood this and have made it a central part of our guiding ethos.

woman racer climbing hill

But "racing" isn't just about formal competition. For many folks, toeing a start line isn’t important, or just doesn't fit in with schedules or lifestyle. The excitement found in a daily ride or an upcoming challenge with your own Start/Finish is key. At any level, in its purest form, "racing" is about the thrill. We honor that.

We all remember the sense of freedom and escape our first childhood bike ride gave us. Now, we have new reasons, new escapes, and new rushes to fuel our inner racer: set a new PR in your next triathlon, crack the top 10 on a Strava segment, descend that knuckle-grabber route, beat your buddy in a city limit sign sprint, or complete your first century ride. For us, the thrill of competition is there to grab wherever and whenever you want. And, as such, #racingmatters.

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BIKE SIZING

Getting the proper size bike is key to comfort, performance, and safety. The world's best bike, if the wrong size for you, won't make you a better rider.
Our bike sizing guide is meant to give some general direction as to the best size to fit you based on your height. This is just one variable in a very complex system between rider and bike so keep in mind that rider proportions, fitness levels, and other aspects particular to the individual cyclist has a big impact on how you'll feel and perform on your new bike. Our size guidelines are not a substitute for a professional bike fit. If you have size questions, please don't hesitate to visit your local qualified bike fitter or reach out to us.

ROAD PERFORMANCE, ENDURANCE, GRAVEL & ADVENTURE MODELS | AR, FR, VR, BREED, BROAM

	43cm	47cm / 48cm	51cm	54cm	56cm	58cm	61cm
RIDER HEIGHT CM / FT	144.7 -152.4 cm 4’9”-5’0”	152.4 -167.6 cm 5’0”-5’5”	167.6 -172.7 cm 5’5”-5’8”	172.7 -177.8 cm 5’8”-5’10”	177.8 -182.8 cm 5’10”-6’0”	182.8 -187.9 cm 6’0”-6’2”	187.9 -195.5 cm 6’2”-6’5”
RIDER INSEAM *CM / INCHES Measured from crotch to floor.*	67.3 -71.2 cm 26.5”-28.0”	71.2 -74.9 cm 28"-29.5"	75.1 - 76.2 cm 29.6’’-30.0”	77.9 -82.0 cm 30.7”-32.3”	81.0 -85.0 cm 31.9”-33.5”	84.0 -87.1 cm 33.1”-34.3”	87.3 -91.1 cm 34.4”-35.9”

TRIATHLON & TT MODELS | DA, IA*, B

	48cm	51cm	54cm	56cm	58cm
RIDER HEIGHT CM / FT	152.4 -167.6 cm 5’0”-5’5”	167.6 -172.7 cm 5’5”-5’8”	172.7 -180.3 cm 5’8”-5’11”	180.3 -187.9 cm 5’11”-6’2”	187.9 -195.5 cm 6’2”-6’5”
RIDER INSEAM *CM / INCHES Measured from crotch to floor.*	70.8 -74.4 cm 27.9”-29.3”	74.4 - 77.9 cm 29.3’’-30.07”	77.9 -83.0 cm 30.7”-32.7”	83.0 -85.8 cm 32.7”-33.8”	85.8 -88.9 cm 32.7”-35.0”

*For additional insight on choosing the best size and set-up for your DA and IA models, please download and use our TRI/TT fit calculator.

DOWNLOAD THE DA/IA FIT CALCULATOR HERE

CYCLOCROSS MODELS | FX

	47cm	50cm	53cm	55cm	57cm	60cm
RIDER HEIGHT CM / FT	152.4 -167.6 cm 5’0”-5’5”	167.6 -172.7 cm 5’5”-5’8”	172.7 -177.8 cm 5’8”-5’10”	177.8 -182.8 cm 5’10”-6’0”	182.8 -187.9 cm 6’0”-6’2”	187.9 -195.5 cm 6’2”-6’5”
RIDER INSEAM *CM / INCHES Measured from crotch to floor.*	71.2 -74.9 cm 28”-29.5”	75.1 - 76.2 cm 29.6’’-30.0”	77.9 -82.0 cm 30.7”-32.3”	81.0 -85.0 cm 31.9”-33.5”	84.0 -87.1 cm 33.1”-34.3”	87.3 -91.1 cm 34.4”-35.9”

TRACK MODELS | TK-FRD

	51cm (XXS-XS)	55cm (S-M)	58cm (L)	60cm (XL)	62cm (XXL)
RIDER HEIGHT CM / FT	144.7-160 cm 4'9"-5'2"	167.6 -175.2 cm 5’5”-5’9”	175.2 -180.3 cm 5’9”-5’11”	180.3 -187.9 cm 5’11”-6’2”	188 cm -195 cm 6'3"-6’5”
RIDER INSEAM *CM / INCHES Measured from crotch to floor.*	68-74cm 27.5"-29"	77.9 - 82.0 cm 30.7’’-32.3”	81.0 -85.0 cm 31.9”-33.5”	84.0 -87.1 cm 33.1”-34.3”	87.2 -89 cm 34.4”-36.0”

FITNESS | VERZA

	47cm / 48cm	51cm	54cm	56cm	58cm	61cm
RIDER HEIGHT CM / FT	152.4 -167.6 cm 5’0”-5’5”	167.6 -172.7 cm 5’5”-5’8	172.7 -177.8 cm 5’8”-5’10”	177.8 -182.8 cm 5’10”-6’0”	182.8 -187.9 cm 6’0”-6’2”	187.9 -195.5 cm 6’2”-6’5”
RIDER INSEAM *CM / INCHES Measured from crotch to floor.*	71.2 -74.9 cm 28.0”-29.5”	75.1 - 76.2 cm 29.6’’-30.0”	77.9 -82.0 cm 30.7”-32.3”	81.0 -85.0 cm 31.9”-33.5”	84.0 -87.1 cm 33.1”-34.3”	87.3 -91.1 cm 34.4”-35.9”

MTB FULL-SUSPENSION | Edict, Decree, COMPULSION

	16"	18"	20"	22"
RIDER HEIGHT CM / FT	158.4 -170.1 cm 5’3”-5’7”	170.1 -177.8 cm 5’7”-5’10”	177.8 -185.4 cm 5’10”-6’1”	185.4 -193.0 cm 6’1”-6’4”
RIDER INSEAM *CM / INCHES Measured from crotch to floor.*	74.4 - 77.9 cm 28.0’’-30.7”	77.9 -83.0 cm 30.7”-32.7”	83.0 -85.8 cm 32.7”-33.8”	85.8 -88.9 cm 33.8”-35.0”

MTB HARDTAIL | DOCTRINE, DISPATCH

	14"	16"	18"	20"	22"
RIDER HEIGHT CM / FT	152.4 -167.6 cm 5’1”-5’4”	162.5 -170.1 cm 5’4”-5’7”	170.1 -177.8 cm 5’7”-5’10”	177.8 -185.4 cm 5’10”-6’1”	185.4 -193.0 cm 6’1”-6’4”
RIDER INSEAM *CM / INCHES Measured from crotch to floor.*	70.8 -74.4 cm 27.3”-28.3”	74.4 - 77.9 cm 28.3’’-30.7”	77.9 -83.0 cm 30.7”-32.7”	83.0 -85.8 cm 32.7”-33.8”	85.8 -88.9 cm 32.7”-35.0”