$2,600, FeltBicycles.com
With a world championship-winning pedigree, the Edict 5 is a versatile and quick-handling XC race bike. Built with Felt’s own 100mm travel FAST (Felt Active Stay Technology) suspension, the Edict 5 is from the same family of bikes used by Xterra champion Josiah Middaugh.
Frame: Carbon fiber; 29-inch; 73mm threaded bottom bracket; 142x12mm rear thru-axle; 100mm of travel
Fork: Suntour Raidon XC-LOR fork; 100mm travel; crown lock out
Component Highlights: Shimano Deore; Shimano M355 brakes; Aluminum i23 wheelset; Schwalbe Rapid Rob tires; Felt aluminum cockpit and seatpost; WTB Silverado saddle
Weight: 28.6 lbs
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