FELT VR40 (2026 Model) | Versatile All-Road Bike for Both Paved and Rough Roads
A modern endurance road bike that combines the agile feel of a road bike with the reassurance of being able to go anywhere.
More than just riding fast, you want to ride further and more freely.
The FELT VR40 is an all-road bike that naturally broadens how you can enjoy road cycling.
From weekend cycling and long rides to slightly rough paved roads and light gravel, this bike delivers the agile riding feel characteristic of a road bike while also achieving high levels of comfort and ease of handling.
Its main feature is the combination of generous tire clearance and 700x32C tires. This provides a sense of security on urban bumps and rough paved roads, and results in a well-balanced ride that minimizes fatigue on long distances.
Furthermore, by changing the tire size, it can accommodate touring and light gravel. Its deep versatility, which naturally expands the range of activities for a road bike, is also appealing.
The frame uses SuperLite Custom Butted Aluminum, achieving the agile acceleration characteristic of FELT with high lateral rigidity. The newly designed seat stays flexibly absorb minor vibrations, leading to comfort that prevents fatigue even over long periods.
Equipped with Shimano Tiagra 4700 components, it also comes standard with hydraulic disc brakes. It offers an excellent balance of operability and braking power, making it a reliable choice even for a first road bike.
For those who want to enjoy road cycling more freely, not just focused on speed. This is a bike that can accompany you widely, from daily use to long rides.
Features
- Versatile all-road design suitable for paved roads to light gravel
- Standard 700x32C tires provide high comfort and stability
- Agile acceleration performance due to lateral rigidity comparable to racing bikes
- Excellent vibration absorption with new-shape seat stays
- Equipped with Shimano Tiagra hydraulic disc brakes
- Endurance geometry ideal for long rides and touring
SPEC
- Model: FELT VR40
- Color: Gloss Clover / Black
- Frame: SuperLite Custom Butted Aluminum
- Fork: UHC Advanced Carbon Fork
- Components: Shimano Tiagra 4700 (2x10 speed)
- Brakes: Shimano Tiagra Hydraulic Disc Brakes
- Wheels: Devox WheelRDS.A1
- Tires: Vittoria Zaffiro Pro V
- Tire Size: 700x32C
- Thru-Axles: F 12x100 / R 12x142
The VR40 is a model that offers an excellent balance between the "agile feel of a road bike" and "ease of use."
The position is not as aggressive as a racing road bike, so it places less strain on the body during long rides, giving a natural and comfortable riding experience.
With standard 32C tires, it provides a sense of security even on bumpy city streets and rough paved roads, making it easy for road bike beginners to handle.
It's an interesting bike that can be set up with thinner tires for more agility, or slightly wider tires for touring or light gravel.
I believe this model truly expands the "freedom of enjoying a road bike," beyond just focusing on speed.