2023 Felt FX ADVANCED+ FORCE CX1 Road Bike
WORLD CHAMPION SPEED
Mud, sand, snow, rocks, pain, grit, and glory. That’s cyclocross, and there’s no other type of racing like it on Earth. It’s a full-gas effort that demands seared lungs, aching legs, and absolute focus from the rider, as well as maximum power transfer, precise steering, and an impeccably tuned ride quality from the bike. The Fx is a purebred race machine, created specifically for the rigors of the cyclocross racecourse. Its no-frills, purpose-built design was developed for one thing: speed. Incredibly lightweight, stiff in all the right places, and unbelievably agile, the Fx is a two-time winner of the cyclocross world championship in the ultra-competitive Elite Men’s division. If it can deliver back-to-back rainbow jerseys, just think what it can do for you. The top step of the podium awaits—Go and take it.
- SRAM Force CX1 groupset
- Zipp 30 Course tubeless-compatible wheels
- Zipp SL cockpit components
CYCLOCROSS-SPECIFIC DETAILS
The heart and soul of the Fx is its famed geometry. With aggressive head and seat angles and short chainstays, the Fx is the best-handling 'cross bike in the world, having won two consecutive world championships in the Men's Elite category. It also features a robust foundation with incredible bottom bracket stiffness. This means that every single watt from the rider's legs will be put to good use, particularly when it comes to quick accelerations out of the corners. The Fx also features a large front triangle, thoughtfully developed to allow easy shouldering in run-ups or other off-the-bike situations. The Fx comes with size 33c tires, but can accept up to 34mm measured tires (per ISO safety standards) for a bit of added versatility and options.
SPECIFICATION
FRAME TECHNOLOGIES: MMC / InsideOutBRAKE TYPE, REAR: Disc, Flat Mount | 25mm thickness, ø140mm minimum rotorDERAILLEUR HANGER TYPE, REAR: Standard Mount | TA 12x142 road, replaceable, aluminumPROTECTOR TYPE: Felt ChainPlate for chain suck protection / Clear vinyl for chain slap protectionSEAT POST / CLAMP TYPE: Standard | 27.2mm post, 31.8mm clamp / 6061 aluminum, Cr-Mo bolt, steel nut-barTIRE MAX (CLEARANCE): 35mm (4mm)HEADSET: IS (NO.42)AXLE, REAR: TA 12x142BRAKE TYPE, FRONT: Disc, Flat Mount | ø140mm minimum rotorHEADSET SPECIFICATION: Top Cap: Felt carbon fiber / Top Cover: Felt VariableHeight (20mm PC, 4.5mm aluminum) / Bearings: FSA integrated sealed cartridge / Spacers: FSA nylon (10mm, 2x5mm) / Compression Device: Felt for carbon steerer tube / Crown Race: fork integratedAXLE, REAR SPECIFICATION: Devox AxleTA 170-7 L | 163mm + 7mm head, M12 x P1.0 x 19mm for Syntace X-12, with SL02 Switch hollow leverSHIFTERS: SRAM Force 1 HydraulicCRANK: SRAM Force 1, BB386, 30mm, X-SYNC 38T installed, X-SYNC 40T in boxCASSETTE: SRAM PG-1130, 11-36TCRANK LENGTH: 47cm: 165mm / 50cm: 170mm / 53, 55cm: 172.5mm / 57, 60cm: 175mmBRAKE ROTORS: SRAM Centerline, Center Lock, 160mmTIRES: Schwalbe X-One All Around, MicroSkin, Tubeless Easy, 700x33cRIMS: AluminumHUB, REAR: Devox HubRDR.1 | J-Bend, Center Lock, 28h, TA 12x142, 11-speed, sealed cartridge bearingsNIPPLES: Aluminum, blackSTEM: Zipp Service Course SL, Beyond BlackHANDLEBAR WIDTH: 47, 50cm: 40cm / 53, 55cm: 42cm / 57, 60cm: 44cmSEATPOST: ZIPP Service Course SL, 20mm, Beyond BlackEXTRAS: SRAM hose fitting kit (2x threaded hose barbs and red comp fittings) / Carbon assembly pasteWEIGHT DISCLAIMER: The most accurate way to determine a product's weight is to have your local dealer weigh it for you. Because we understand that weight is an important metric, we strive to list it when possible. When listed, weight is based on a single sample in a spSERIES: FX (2.5)MARKET: GlobalFINISH: Satin Aquafresh / TeXtremeMODEL # M3: BBIAA35FRAME: Felt FX 2.5 - Cyclocross | UHC Advanced + TeXtreme carbon fiberBOTTOM BRACKET TYPE: Press-Fit | BB386DERAILLEUR HANGER TYPE, FRONT: Band | ø34.9mmHEAD-TUBE TYPE: Felt ControlTaper | 1.125-1.5";ROUTING TYPE=Internal | convertible for electronic or mechanical"WHEEL TYPE: 700cFORK: Felt FX 2.5 - Cyclocross | UHC Ultimate + TeXtreme carbon fiberAXLE, FRONT: TA 12x100FORK TECHNOLOGIES: Monocoque construction / Integrated crown raceFORK OFFSET: 47, 50cm: 50mm / 53, 55, 57, 60cm: 45mmAXLE, FRONT SPECIFICATION: Devox AxleTA 128.5 | 123mm + 5.5mm head, M12 x 1.5P x 16mm, Switch lever compatibleDRIVETRAIN: 1x11-speedDERAILLEUR, REAR: SRAM Force 1, long cageBOTTOM BRACKET: Token Ninja Lite, BB386 (30mm)CHAIN: SRAM PC-1130BRAKE CALIPERS: SRAM Force 1, hydraulic disc, flat mountWHEELS: ZIPP 30 COURSE with Devox hubsTIRE COMPATIBILITY: Tubeless CompatibleHUB, FRONT: Devox HubRDF.1 | J-Bend, Center Lock, 28h, TA 12x100, sealed cartridge bearingsSPOKES: J-Bend, 2.0, stainless steel, blackHANDLEBAR: ZIPP Service Course SL-70 ERGOGRIPS / TAPE: Felt Gel tape with Felt Bubble-Tech F-Wing bar end plugsSTEM LENGTH: 47cm: 80mm / 50, 53cm: 90mm / 55cm: 100mm / 57cm: 110mm / 60cm: 120mmSADDLE: Prologo Dimension NDR TIROXWEIGHT: 17.4 lb, 7.89 kg