Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame aluminium -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork Suntour XCT
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Groupset microSHIFT, microSHIFT Mezzo -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
GT 6061 T6 Aluminum Frame, Triple Triangle w/ Floating Seat Stays, Internal Cable Routing, Dropper Post Routing, Boost 141 Forged Drop-outs w/ Disc Brake Mounts, Zero Stack Tapered 1 1/8"- 1.5" Head Tube, 27.5/29" Wheels
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCT-DS, 100mm, Hydraulic Lockout and Preload adjust, Coil
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
microSHIFT RD-M36L
Front Derailleur
Microshift FD-M392B
Shift Levers
microSHIFT TS39-29, 9-speed
Cassette
microSHIFT, 11-36T
Crank
Prowheel RAID-501-TT 36/22
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge, Square Taper
Chain
KMC Z9, 9-speed
Pedals
GT Slim Line Flat Pedal
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy Disc, QRx100
Rear Hub
Alloy Disc, QRx141
Rims
WTB SX19, 32h
Spokes
Stainless Steel, 14g
Tires
WTB Ranger Comp, 27.5/29 x 2.25", DNA Compound
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro M275 Hydro Disc, 160/160mm Rotors
Cockpit
Stem
GT All Terra, 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 8°
Handlebar
GT All Terra Alloy Riser, 25mm Rise, 8° Sweep, 6° Rise, 720mm Width
Grips
GT Statement
Headset
Semi-integrated, Sealed Cartridge, Tapered
Seat
Saddle
GT MTB
Seatpost
GT All-Terra Micro Adjust Alloy Seat Post, 30.9mm
About this model
Avalanche Sport is a Gt Avalanche model. There are 17 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Gt Avalanche bikes models from 2022, here.
Model range prices
GT Avalanche Sport 2022 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 860$. On the other hand, GT Avalanche Expert 2022, is the most expensive and costs 1375$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Crosscountry bike that is reliable is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
At the moment of the release date, GT Avalanche Sport price was 860$. In conclusion, this bike price is 121.51% smaller than the price of the average Crosscountry bike.
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The Avalanche Sport comes factory-installed with the Suntour XCT fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the Avalanche Sport bike is equipped with the 27.5″ aluminum model. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. GT Avalanche Sport is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
This bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In conclusion, make sure it fits you, or look for another model.