Mike O'Connor
Felt Bicycles has released the Nexar, the successor to its AR aero road bike. The Nexar features a fully integrated front end, updated frame geometry, and ‘revised’ carbon layups, along with a pretty lightweight 6.48kg weight, albeit in its top-tier FRD form.
What’s New
Felt reports that the bike is approximately 5% faster than the previous AR, and also says independent testing placing it within four watts of the fastest competitor bikes, a pretty bold claim.
Compared to the AR, the Nexar has slimmer tube profiles, smoother transitions between components, and a slightly higher stack with shorter reach to improve rider posture, while also integrating size-specific crank lengths for a more consistent fit across all frame sizes.
Weight
The top-tier FRD model in size 54 weighs 6.48 kg complete, with the frame itself weighing 800 g.
This is lighter than comparable AR builds, which generally weighed more and focused on aerodynamic efficiency rather than absolute low weight.
Felt says it achieved the weight reduction using ‘specific’ carbon layups, structural reinforcement in key areas, and a one-piece integrated carbon cockpit.
Other builds—including Pro, Expert, and Race—are slightly heavier to balance durability with performance.
Tyre clearance
The Nexar accommodates tyres up to 32 mm wide, compared to the AR, which typically had clearance for narrower tyres. Frame updates include revised rear triangle and seat stays to improve ride compliance.
The geometry also features a higher stack and shorter reach, and crank lengths are size-specific, ranging from 165 mm on XXS frames to 170 mm on L to XXL.
Felt says these updates aim to provide a more comfortable and efficient riding position compared to the AR’s geometry.
Options and Pricing
The Nexar will be available in Australia from the end of March 2026 through authorised dealers.
You can find out more about the Nexar on Felt’s website.
