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    Speedy Felt AR and IA Frames Added to Drop Shop

    Eric Schlange
    By Eric Schlange
    June 6, 2019
    LAST UPDATED April 20, 2022
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    Last week’s minor update included the addition of two new frames in the Drop Shop: the Felt IA TT frame and the Felt IA aero road frame.

    After numerous tests we’ve determined that both frames are top performers in their categories. See the detailed test data, or read below for a summary of our findings.

    Felt IA

    A top performer outdoors, the Felt IA time trial frame is wicked fast on Zwift as well. In fact, it’s the best all-around TT frame as of today!

    Our tests have placed it #1 on the list of fastest TT frames for flat/rolling courses, and #3 on the list of fastest TT frames for long climbs like Alpe du Zwift.

    It’s not cheap (1,065,000 Drops) and level-locked at 37+, but if you can get it, it’s the one to get!

    Felt AR

    The AR is a super-aero frame outdoors, right up there with the very best. And the same is true on Zwift–it turns in basically the same performance as the much-loved Cervelo S5 on Zwift, placing solidly #3/4 on our list of fastest frames for flat/rolling races.

    Like the other top aero bikes, the AR doesn’t shine on long climbs like the Epic KOM or Alpe du Zwift. But if you’re looking for a super-slippery frame on flat or rolling routes, the Felt AR is a fine choice.

    The 639,000 Drops price tag isn’t too bad, either, although the 34+ level lock is a bit higher than other frames.

    Your Thoughts?

    Any Felt fans out there? Hope you enjoy the performance of these new frames!

    Important note: this post contains speed test results for Zwift frames or wheels. These results may change over time, and a bike’s performance relative to others may also change. We don’t always revise posts when performance rankings change, but we do keep current, master versions of our speed test results which are always available. See the frame charts, wheel charts, and Tron vs Top Performers for current performance data.

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      Eric Schlange
      Eric Schlangehttp://www.zwiftinsider.com
      Eric runs Zwift Insider in his spare time when he isn't on the bike or managing various business interests. He lives in Northern California with his beautiful wife, two kids and dog. Follow on Strava

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      S@princeton.com
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      3 years ago

      I ride the Felt AR IRL and love it 🙂

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      Slava G
      Slava G
      2 years ago

      I’m not much of a climber but some races do have some 6-10% short climbs. Would Felt AR be a better choice for rolling races than Canyon Aeroad?

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      Carl J
      Carl J(@runbikebbq)
      2 years ago
      Reply to  Slava G

      Depends on how long those 6-10% climbs are and how long the flats are
      Which routes are you referring to?

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      Slava G
      Slava G
      2 years ago
      Reply to  Carl J

      Crit races, in general… 20~30km with an average of 300m elevation.

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      Slava G
      2 years ago
      Reply to  Carl J

      Ive just realized that it’s level 34….so it’s between Focus Izalco (bc it looks so damn cool) and Aeroad, to me. My heart says Izalco (even though I ride Canyon in real life), but my brain tells me Canyon….

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