Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
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Groupset Deore, Bontrager -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Platinum Series ZR9000 double-butted aluminum | Genesis Geometry
Suspension Fork
RockShox Recon 351 Air | External rebound, external compression and lock-out | Motion Control | 100mm travel | Manitou Swinger 3-Way SPV, external rebound
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano M571 LX
Front Derailleur
Shimano M510 Deore
Shift Levers
Shimano M511 Deore
Cassette
SRAM PG950 | 11-34 | 9spd
Crank
Bontrager Select 44/32/22
Pedals
Shimano M505 ATB clipless
Wheels
Rims
Bontrager Select Disc Specific wheelsystem | Bontrager ACX 26x2.2 tires
Tires
Bontrager ACX 26x2.2
Brakes
Brakes
Hayes HFX-9 XC hydraulic disc | 6" rotor w/ Hayes Hydraulic
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Select OS | 7d rise
Handlebar
Bontrager Select OS Riser
Headset
Aheadset | semi-cartridge | sealed
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Race Lux
Seatpost
Bontrager Sport
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | MD |
|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 26" | 26" |
Model Overview
Cake 2 GS belongs to the Garyfisher Cake model. There are 25 bikes that carry this model name. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2006, by clicking on this link.
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 math, the average price for a trustworthy Crosscountry bike 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.
Cake 2 GS components
Fork
Gary Fisher Cake 2 GS 2006 bike is equipped with the RockShox Recon Silver RL fork, and has 100mm travel. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Cake 2 GS model has 26″ aluminum wheels. These wheels give you great handling over your bike. However, you will need increased suspension than in the case of 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.