Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Steel -
Wheels 20" -
Suspension Rigid -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Cr-Mo Front Tri (T/T, D/T, S/T), DT Gusset, MID BB, Seat Stay Mounted U-Brake, Integrated 1-1/8" H/T w/ Removable Rotor Tabs, Odyssey Springfield Brake compatible
Suspension Fork
Cr-Mo 2pc. Threaded Steerer & Tapered Legs, 31mm Offset, 3/8" Axle Dropouts
Drivetrain
Cassette
LHD 9T Sealed 1pc. Driver
Crank
GT Power Series Cr-Mo 3pc. 170mm Arms, 19mm x 8T Cr-Mo Spindle, GT 25T Steel Chainwheel
Bottom Bracket
MID Sealed Bearing
Chain
KMC S1
Pedals
GT Low Profile FS Platform Design, PP Material, Boron Axle
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy Body, Sealed Bearings 3/8" Axle, 36h, 15mm Nut
Rear Hub
LHD Alloy Body, 5pcs Sealed Bearings, Cr-Mo 14mm x 165mm Axle, 9T Cassette, 36h, 17mm Nut
Rims
Alloy Single Wall (F), Double Wall (R), 36h
Tires
GT LP-5 20 x 2.35"
Brakes
Brakes
Aluminum U-Brake w/ Soft Compound Pad
Brake Levers
Alloy
Cockpit
Stem
GT Top Load, 1-1/8", Cold Forged Cap, 32mm Rise, 50mm
Handlebar
GT Freestyle 2pc. Steel, 9"H x 29"W, 3°Up, 11° Back
Grips
GT Super Soft 155mm Single Compound w/o Flange w/ GT removable plug
Headset
1 1/8" Integrated Design, 45X45 Degree Sealed Bearings
Seat
Saddle
GT Pivotal Padded
Seatpost
Alloy Pivotal 25.4 x 200mm
About this model
Mercado Team is a Gt Mercado model. 6 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2020, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
GT Mercado Team 2020 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 420$. GT Mercado Team Comp 2020 on the other hand costs 500$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
BMX bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid BMX bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 348$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great BMX bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
When GT released this model in 2020, its price was 420$. In conclusion, this bike price is 20.69% higher than the price of the average BMX bike.
Mercado Team components
Fork material
Mercado Team has a steel fork, which is tougher than carbon in the case of an impact. However, it can add some extra weight to the bike.
Wheels
As for the wheels, GT Mercado Team 2020, has a 20″ aluminum model. The 20″ wheels are a good fit for folding bikes, BMX, or children bikes. In conclusion, you can use them better on-road, and less on technical terrain.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. GT Mercado Team is equipped with Rim brakes. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.
Sizes
GT Mercado Team 2020 is available in one size only. In short, make sure you double-check if it fits you.