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Kona Pro Bike: Daniela Ryf’s Felt IA FRD

Will this bike carry Daniela Ryf to her fifth Ironman world title? We'll find out on Saturday.

October 9, 2019 Brad Kaminski

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Will this bike carry Daniela Ryf to her fifth Ironman world title? We’ll find out on Saturday.

Daniela — Daniela Ryf is riding a Felt IA FRD, featuring a custom paint job. Photo: Brad Kaminski

Daniela — The Xlab Torpedo Versa 500 sits on the Felt F bend extensions. Photo: Brad Kaminski

Daniela — Ryf’s bike sports a full Dura Ace setup with 56/44 chainrings and 172.5 cranks. Photo: Brad Kaminski

Daniela — The “Angry Bird” custom paint was a collaboration between Daniela and Felt designers. Photo: Brad Kaminski

Daniela — The top tube storage is stock on the Felt IA FRD. Photo: Brad Kaminski

Daniela — Daniela has been riding her favorite saddle, the Selle Italia Turbomatic, for a number of years. Photo: Brad Kaminski

Daniela — Contentinal GP 5000 tires on DT Swiss wheels. Photo: Brad Kaminski

Daniela — An Xlab carbon wing paired with Gorilla cages are used for hydration and an Xlab mini bag tucked in between for emergencies. Photo: Brad Kaminski

Daniela — Dura Ace brakes to control the speed. Photo: Brad Kaminski

Daniela — DT Swiss ARC 1100 DICUT wheelset. Photo: Brad Kaminski

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