Submitted by
GoatOnABike
a Downhiller
from Boise/ Nampa, Idaho, USA Date Reviewed: September 10, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Bingo
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$700.00
Purchased At:
Idaho Moutnain Touri
Strengths:
Good fit for a tall guy, decent components for the price, rides smooth, not too heavy, shifts smoothly, responsive on the trails both up and down
Weaknesses:
Nothing that wasn't easy to remedy: replaced pedals, replaced grips, was good to go.
Similar Products Used:
Old 80's and 90's mtn bikes (Trek Antelope)
Bike Setup:
Felt Q620, Ritchie grips, Crank Bros 50-50's pedals, rest is stock.
Giant Reign 1, Kenda 2.3 tires, aftermarked Scott DH/Free stem, Crank Bros 50-50's, lizard skin grips, rest is stock
Bottom Line:
I don't regret a thing about buying this bike except that I didn't buy one earlier. Really great Hardtail!
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Submitted by
fyrfytr310
a Cross Country Rider
from Hamilton, OH Date Reviewed: June 14, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Hueston Woods
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$600.00
Purchased At:
West Chester Cyclery
Strengths:
Beautiful frame, brilliant durability and fantastic components for the price.
Weaknesses:
As purchased and for its price none.
Similar Products Used:
Various demos.
Bike Setup:
Heavily upgraded: Code 5's, Reba Race, Nevegals, Truvativ stem, Truvativ riser bar, x7's, SLX's and Thudbuster.
Bottom Line:
As you can see I upgraded this bike significantly from stock. Don't take that to mean that I was unhappy with the stock setup. It means that I had such a good experience on this bike that I got hooked on the sport and decided to make more of a financial commitment to it. I would, however, recommend that anyone who thinks they are going to stay in this sport buy as much bike as possible to save money down the road... This bike is a good start. (I give 4 Flamin' Chilis overall because I really hate the RS Dart 1, I do think Felt could do better here.)
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Submitted by
harleyman_52
a Cross Country Rider
from Fort Collins Co, USA Date Reviewed: June 5, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Hewlett Gulch
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Price Paid:
$550.00
Purchased At:
Full Cycle
Strengths:
Great bike at a great price. Strong frame with a smooth ride.
Weaknesses:
My right crank arm kept falling off when I first got it because it wouldn't stay tight on the square taper bottom bracket. The shop put in isis bottom bracket for free and I haven't had any problems since
Similar Products Used:
I had an older GT Outpost before this.
Bike Setup:
Stock components
Bottom Line:
I love this bike. I wanted a good hardtail bike with disc brakes. This bike has done everything I needed. I've ridden it hard here and in Moab. Assign from the bottom bracket, it's been problem free.
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Submitted by
CyclingSavesLives
a Cross Country Rider
from Wenatchee WA Chelan County Date Reviewed: April 30, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Shady Pass, Chelan, WA
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$657.00
Purchased At:
Arlberg Sports, Wena
Strengths:
I have the "L" 19.5" frame and it feels very strong, I am 5'9 1/2" and am 192 poundswhen I put my backpack with laptop and all other gear on this frame I'm probably at least 215 - 220+ lbs and this frame handles like a dream, although I need to buy a raised stem, I do mostly in town riding and I feel a bit to spread out compared to my Scott Navajo Solution (I've been used to since 97', plus my Scott is lighter and without Disc brakes which I am not to thrilled with on this Felt. The front brake has always rubbed and I can't get it to grad worth a darn unless I put it at a setting that makes it rub far too much. I enjoy the 24 speed of this bike and it's stiff frame with a bit aggressive geometry makes it a very unique and fun frame that is very responsive at high speed and is a strong climber I have wrecked it a few god times and the frame is built like a tank, it's a bit heavy imo. I have probably ridden it a good 4,000 since buying it over a year ago, the Velocirapor 2.14vtires are pretty good, I bought the 5x thick super slime tubes and haven't had a flat since.
Weaknesses:
A bit heavy, crankset might be a little weak and I wish it came with Welgo B67 pedals, because the stock ones aren't so great and the front brake leaves a lot to be desired and has almost gotten me into trouble more than a few times (it doesn't grab and rubs to this day!
Similar Products Used:
Scott Navajo Solutions 19.5"
Bike Setup:
Stock Dart1 fork 24 speed
Bottom Line:
I enjoy the unique, strong Italian designed frame, everyone looks at it like what is he riding? I can't complain! I have put it through some heck to probably put it mildly and it has proven to me it's strength, I won't sell it! I'll just upgrade it! It seems to accelerate very quickly and be a very fast mountain bike, I feel like I'm faster on it than my Scot and it feels like it needs a strong peddler in the higher gears and will make you one, it is pretty high geared and gets me around town very fast :)
I give 4 flamin' chilis because of the brakes and it's a bit heavy and the stock pedals hurt your feet
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Submitted by
Hurleyguy3317
a Weekend Warrior
from Mesa, AZ Date Reviewed: March 19, 2009
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$629.00
Purchased At:
Two Wheel Jones
Strengths:
Light frame, Great hydralic disc brake system, very comfortable bike.
Weaknesses:
None that come to mind.
Similar Products Used:
Specialized Rockhopper Comp, thought I was going to get another one but fell in love with the Felt.
Bike Setup:
Upgraded the front fork to a Dart 3 for a little bit more control.
Bottom Line:
Great bike for the price was completely shocked with the comfort and ease of getting on the bike and hitting the trails.
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Submitted by
antsinthedirt
a Weekend Warrior
from New Jersey Date Reviewed: January 4, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Allaire State Park
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$799.00
Purchased At:
SC Action Sports
Strengths:
light stiff frame, hydro 2 piston disc brakes are great, deore derailleur bangs gears quickly, comfortable geometry, great seat.
Weaknesses:
I hate to post the first weakness, but the 2009 has a crappy suntour crank which works itself loose and has flimsy chainrings. Otherwise I love this bike.
Bike Setup:
Stock.
Bottom Line:
I'm 6'4" and 220lbs, I ride it hard at least twice a week. Aside from the crappy crank which works for now, no problems with this bike. Fast, comfortable, and super responsive.
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Submitted by
Blakey Boy 732
a Weekend Warrior
from Hamilton Mt, Date Reviewed: August 6, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Lake Como, MT
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$560.00
Purchased At:
red barn
Strengths:
Great bike. I just picked the Q620 up last week. I love everything about this bike. Rock Schoks, disc brakes, and the shifters are great too.
Weaknesses:
none to report
Similar Products Used:
Giant XTC i think
Bike Setup:
stock, with different bike seat
Bottom Line:
BUY ONE, this is the best value out there for the money. You dont know what you are missing. If you are just starting, this is a great bike, you can even add upgrades with ease.
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Submitted by
Joe G
a Weekend Warrior
from Sarasota, Florida, USA Date Reviewed: May 16, 2008
Favorite Trail:
The Piranaha Pit (if it is still around)
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$600.00
Purchased At:
Fast Track Bicycle and Run
Strengths:
Extremly responsive. Great looking bike. Excellent upgrade opportunity. Good for the $ though.
Weaknesses:
No complaints as of yet. Great bike for the $.
Similar Products Used:
Cannondale F500, Trek 6000.
Bike Setup:
I just bought it the other day, but I was looking for a good base to build off of. I just got the M770 crankset(not installed yet) and the XT shadow rear and XT front derailleur. Other than that everything else is stock. Felt came with some pretty nice components of thier own on this one. We will see how they all work out.
Bottom Line:
For now, I couldn't be happier. Great bike for a great price. I am no super-athlete, but it has left me with a good feeling about purchasing it. I did do quite a bit of research as to what is out there as well. This one caught my eye, any I am glad it did. I am looking to build mine up a bit, but I think it is a great overall entry level rec. bike, with the potential to be so much more. The most responsive frame I have ever been on.
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Submitted by
Matthew Ramirez
a Weekend Warrior
from Tyler,TX Date Reviewed: May 13, 2008
I love this bike I searched for weeks before buying this bike because I wanted to get the best one for my money. I am very happy with my decision. I did have to drive 3 hours but it was well worth it. I have taken it on many trails 2 times a week for over a month now and have had many drops on concrete and dirt and it is still going strong. Only problem I have had is a flat tire here and there, but that is expected. I recommend buying if you don't want to spend to much money but you want a lot of bang for your buck.
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Submitted by
Matthew B
a Weekend Warrior
from Charleston SC Date Reviewed: February 24, 2008
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$600.00
Purchased At:
local shop
Strengths:
really nice hard tail for money
Weaknesses:
did not like the stock platform pedals, no problems with them, I just did not like them
Bike Setup:
Stock, changed out the pedals for some wellgo dual clipless/platform pedals
Bottom Line:
I really like the bike. I could not afford a full suspension bike so I found this to be one of the better feeling hard tails for the money. Very comfortable ride, everyting on it works well and it handles well on the trails that I have ridden it on.
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Submitted by
Dave
a Weekend Warrior
from Fairfax, VA Date Reviewed: October 12, 2007
Favorite Trail:
W&OD, Fountainhead Regional
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$450.00
Strengths:
Has all the desired components of more expensive bikes - disc brakes, rock shox, maxxis tires. Hydroform top tube frame, solidly built and light.
Weaknesses:
none yet
Similar Products Used:
Kona Fire Mountain, Giant Boulder SE, Specialized HardRock Comp Disc, Cannondale F5
Bike Setup:
stock plus bike computer and water bottle holder.
Bottom Line:
Could not find any reason not to like this bike other than the fact that the others that I tested had better-known names. The Felt had comparable components and excellent value for the price paid for it. I also like the bike's sporty shade of red!
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Submitted by
Rich
a Weekend Warrior
from Livonia Date Reviewed: July 19, 2007
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$600.00
Strengths:
Bike has many features in it's price range. Solid braking and precise rear shifting.
Weaknesses:
I found the front derailer to shift poorly. I stretched the chain out in 2 months of riding.
Bike Setup:
Stock
Bottom Line:
Probably a good entry level bike but would not recommend it for more advanced riders that will ride trail hard.
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Submitted by
Nick
a Weekend Warrior
from Gonzales,LA Date Reviewed: July 2, 2007
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$600.00
Purchased At:
Capitol cycles
Strengths:
Solid overall bike. Decent components for the price. Very light.
Weaknesses:
None for the price paid.
Similar Products Used:
Trek 6500 SLR, Giant XTC
Bike Setup:
Stock setup for now.
Bottom Line:
This is got to be the best bike for the money. I know Felt is kind of new the MTB world, but people should give their bikes a chance. This is a solid entry level bike and I am very happy with it.
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Submitted by
Nick Cardone
a Weekend Warrior
from Dallas GA Date Reviewed: May 23, 2007
Favorite Trail:
blankets creek, central park freeride area
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$588.00
Purchased At:
bicycle jones
Strengths:
This bike has it all! maxxis tires, rock shox, disc brakes... strong hydroformed frame is VERY LIGHT.
Weaknesses:
nothing yet
Similar Products Used:
giant boulder
Bike Setup:
all stock
Bottom Line:
This bike rocks! If you do just well, adventure riding (trails) then this is your bike! The shox rock!(rock shox Dart 1) Shimano deore derailler, bulletproof! Like I said This bike is awesome all around!
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Submitted by
Michael
a Weekend Warrior
from Augusta, GA Date Reviewed: December 23, 2006
Favorite Trail:
FATS
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$549.00
Purchased At:
Summit Cycles
Strengths:
extremely strong, light weight frame. great components for the price (shimano deore, rock shox dart 1, shimano disc).
Weaknesses:
none
Similar Products Used:
trek 6700
Bike Setup:
stock
Bottom Line:
this bike is a great choice for someone who wants to get a kick ass bike for under $600. there is no difference in the frame for the Q720 or Q920. with the higher models you get a little better componets like hydraulic brakes but this bike is perfect to upgrade. i looked for bikes for a long time and this one gives me the most bang for my buck. all around great bike.
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