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Rarely seen MTB Porn--Felt Edict
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solo
May 13, 11 19:09
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I committed myself to never getting a carbon mountain bike, but after seeing what Felt created, I couldnt not look into it. I was assured that the latest generation of carbon used on off-road bikes can withstand the same side impacts as steel and aluminum. I was ready to move on from my 5.5 inch rear travel bike [I also have a steel hardtail] for something more cross-country oriented. I bought the frame without first trying it, but the suspension is what I was looking for, and I have confidence in Felt, so I decided to build the frame up with some really good stuff.

Rode the bike today for the first time--on some single track with lots of roots, rocks and tight turns--and I have to say that it greatly exceeded my expectations.Thank you Sunrise Tri on Long Island (NY)

Medium Felt Edict (frame only)
Reynolds Carbon 26 wheels (tubeless converted)
Sram XX 2x10 drivetrain and cranks
Rock Shox XX 100mm fork
Hayes Juicy Carbon brake levers
Cobb DRT mtb saddle
Easton EC90 SL carbon handlebar
Thomson Elite Masterpiece seatpost
Thomson X4 stem
Crank Brothers Candy 2 pedals
total weight 22.5 lbs
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rroof
May 13, 11 19:14
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Wow - very nice indeed. Excellent component selections! Weight?
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solo
May 13, 11 19:20
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Thanks! and good question. Im thinking around 23 pounds. Im a dummy, and left the store without putting it on the scale.
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dseiler
May 13, 11 21:57
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The orange accents are nice. You've a very clean-looking bike; go get it dirty.

#cureMS
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Cyronman
May 13, 11 22:17
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Mommmmy

That is so awesome.
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tkos
May 14, 11 2:39
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Nice. I love the pedal colour as well.
Ian
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rmb
May 14, 11 3:13
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I bet it's lighter than 23 lbs, awesome.
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jmt8345
May 14, 11 4:19
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SWEET!
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solo
May 14, 11 4:30
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I cant take credit for the orange accents-that was all Felt. I only geeked-out buying the pedals to match.

The weight is 22.5 lbs. I would be a little lighter if I didnt use UST tires. But I didnt want to take a chance of the tire rolling off since the rims arent tubeless.
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Jon
May 14, 11 5:46
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Really great looking bike.
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KonaDreamer
May 14, 11 6:01
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hofo30
May 14, 11 6:55
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Are you going to take the warning stcker off the top tube?
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solo
May 14, 11 7:03
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 after I rode the bike I removed them. I guess I didnt pay any mind to them when I took the pics. I might as well had reflectors on the spokes and a plastic disk behind the cassette in the pics too.
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BSUdude
May 14, 11 7:48
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Sorry, but this one beats yours...

http://www.facebook.com/...p;type=1&theater
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pequa tri
May 14, 11 8:04
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Nice bike, now all you have to do is move off long island so you have somewhere to ride it.
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edapp
May 14, 11 8:14
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Great looking bike! If only it were a 29er....
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ruby1
May 14, 11 9:14
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wow, and that's her actual bike. From her resume she is smart too...
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solo
May 14, 11 13:16
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pequa tri wrote:
Nice bike, now all you have to do is move off long island so you have somewhere to ride it.

Shocked that you live on LI and youve never been to the trails at East Setuket and Glacier Ridge. Ive ridden in Moab, UK, BC, CA, CO, VT, and still love riding these local challenging trails.

And about 29ers...I still prefer a tubeless 26 with low PSI for east coast trails. Loved riding the 29er in Santa Barbara and LA.
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tribritre
May 14, 11 14:16
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Love that bike! Glad to hear you're on Long Island! I apologize in advance for the concussion I'll have to give you when I find you.

Look for a PM.

Take care,

Brian
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dave_w
May 14, 11 14:57
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   Looks good but I can't help it...carbon MTB hoops just scream "poseur" to me. Maybe that will change with time; and I am old and crotchety, so that may be partly to blame...
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Frenchman
May 14, 11 15:13
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BSUdude wrote:
Sorry, but this one beats yours...

http://www.facebook.com/...p;type=1&theater

I don't see a bike in that picture?! I like the OP's build very much.
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ShoMyOFace
May 14, 11 16:25
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edapp wrote:
Great looking bike! If only it were a 29er....

I agree, I'm amazed folks still buy this old 26 inch technology.....especially on a triathlon forum. Having said that, it's a nice looking bike

http://theworldthroumyeyes.tumblr.com/
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zambony
May 14, 11 16:49
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(.Y.)
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solo
May 14, 11 17:04
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dave_w wrote:
Looks good but I can't help it...carbon MTB hoops just scream "poseur" to me. Maybe that will change with time; and I am old and crotchety, so that may be partly to blame...

I get what you're saying about the carbon rims. I'm a fan of Stan's and Mavic, but feeling how great my 303s ride on my road bike changed my mind. It was a really good decision because they ride better than any other wheel set I've ever been on.
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mmrocker13
May 14, 11 17:57
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My god, orange needs to be used more in bikes. Very nice. And hats off to you for geeking out with the pedals. Cuz that's AWESOME.
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