We love Felt Bikes and the IA is their most aero triathlon bike. Here's the info and spec from Felt: IA | ADVANCED | RIVAL ETAP AXS
2x12-speed SRAM Rival Etap AXS
Reynolds AR58/62 DB Custom wheels
Ready to deliver for your latest performance gains, the IAx sets a new standard for ease-of-use and optimal racing advantage.
Felt's very first bike was made for one of the greatest triathletes in history—Paula Newby-Fraser—who rode her stealth black Felt B2 to multiple world championship victories. Since then, they’ve never stopped pursuing the ideal triathlon racing machine.The IA is the culmination of 30 years of iterative design and painstaking development, and its results at the highest level of competition speak for themselves. So we can tell you that the IA is the most aerodynamic bike in the world. Felt can also say that it’s the best-handling triathlon bike on the planet. But what we should really mention is that the IA won the Kona World Championship a staggering six times in a row, and it holds both bike and overall course records across the lava fields of Hawaii. So, really, what else do you need to know?
AERODYNAMICS
Every racecourse is different, with varying elevation gains, road curvature, and, of course, an endless variety of wind, both in terms of velocity and direction. After endless simulated modeling, wind tunnel testing, and real-world riding of prototypes, countless new designs were scrutinized, updated, and tested again, the cycle repeating anew. The result is a bike worthy of carrying on the legendary IA name, one also featuring the improved performance that disc brakes bring to the riding experience. It’s not merely fast in a straight line—it’s faster in all conditions.
DISC BRAKES & THRU-AXLES
Disc brakes are the best means of controlling a bicycle. Period. Plus, they perform better in adverse weather conditions. Wherever the road takes you, and in whatever conditions you find yourself, the disc brake-equipped IA gives you the confidence to tackle any racecourse. To accommodate the added stopping forces provided by disc brakes, the IA features thru-axles rather than traditional quick-release skewers. It’s a proven design that provides a more secure interface between the bicycle frame and the wheel, which also enhances the stiffness of the frame-and-wheel connection. We also offer a version of the IA with rim brakes for athletes who still prefer that classic feel.
STORAGE SOLUTIONS
The IA comes equipped with Felt’s latest top tube storage solution, the integrated CALpac 2.0. This storage unit features ample space for all of the riding essentials to which a rider needs quick and easy access. Likewise, the IA includes the BTSpac storage device, located behind the seat tube. This unit is ideal for a flat tire repair kit and/or on-the-go tool kit, or any other items that a rider doesn’t require while pedaling on the bike. It’s shape has been aerodynamically optimized for the IA, meaning that it creates no penalty in terms of aerodynamic drag.
IA SPEED READY TO RIP
Felt riders have raced to countless PR's, World Champ victories, and course records on the famous IA platform. As we transitioned to the new 2.0 platform, we morphed the prior IA to eliminate the nose cone and one-piece front end to provide more fit options across a wider range of athlete levels. Still a race-ready set-up, it now offers the advantages of a streamlined and simplified design.
PRECISION WIRELESS SHIFTING
The IAx complete with SRAM's well-appointed Rival eTap AXS groupset. The ease of wireless with the design and engineering for which SRAM is known. 12 speeds and a gear range that works for all levels of rider.
READY TO ROLL
Featuring the custom Reynolds AR58/62 DB wheelset, this bike is all about aerodynamics and ride quality across all of your triathlon training and racing. Premium Continental Grand Prix SL tires offer a sure-footed performance.
FIT-FRIENDLY FOR YOU
The IAx is developed to offer an easy-to-adjust set up on your front end. Our aluminum stem, base bar, and extensions will help dial in your unique riding position for optimal performance.
If we aren't showing your size this bike is available to pre-order. Please contact us before you order so that we can check that Felt have the size you want. It usually take 2-3 weeks to order other sizes from the European stockIA | ADVANCED | RIVAL ETAP AXS