Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork Manitou
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Groupset XT, Deore -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Platinum Series ZR9000 double-butted aluminum | Genesisters Geometry
Suspension Fork
Manitou Black Super Air Women's | 100mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore XT
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore LX
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore LX
Cassette
SRAM 970 | 11-34 | 9 speed
Crank
Bontrager Race 44/32/22 w/ISIS
Pedals
Shimano PD-M520 clipless
Wheels
Tires
IRC Serac XC | 26x2.1 | folding
Brakes
Brakes
Avid SD-5 direct pull w/ Avid SD-5 direct pull
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Select
Handlebar
Bontrager Crowbar Select WSD
Headset
Alloy Aheadset | Semi-cartridge | Sealed
Seat
Saddle
Titec Nixie Amore WomenÕs | CrMo rails
Seatpost
Bontrager Select
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | MD |
|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 26" | 26" |
About this model
Cake 2_GS is part of the Garyfisher Cake model. There are 25 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Garyfisher Cake bikes models from 2004, here.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Cake 2_GS components
Fork
The Manitou is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 100mm. 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
The wheels on Cake 2_GS are the 26″ type. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, they are less forgiving when riding over obstacles such as bumps and roots.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Gary Fisher Cake 2_GS is equipped with Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, they have problems in wet conditions.