Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame aluminium -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Fork Suntour XCR Air
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Groupset microSHIFT -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
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 XCR-RL-R, 120mm, Hydraulic Lockout, Air Spring, Rebound Adjust
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
microSHIFT RD-M665M
Shift Levers
Microshift SL-M851
Cassette
microSHIFT, 11-46T
Crank
Prowheel Charm, 32T
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge Sealed
Chain
KMC X11, 11-speed
Pedals
GT Slim Line Flat Pedal
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula, QRx100
Rear Hub
Formula, QRx141
Rims
WTB SX19, 32h
Spokes
Stainless Steel, 14g
Tires
Vittoria Barzo, 27.5/29 x 2.25", Wire Bead
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro HD-M275
Cockpit
Stem
GT All Terra 3D Forged Alloy, 31.8, 7°, 80mm
Handlebar
GT All Terra Alloy Riser, Double-Butted, 15mm Rise, 9° Sweep, 5° Rise, 740mm Width
Grips
GT Statement
Headset
Semi-integrated, Sealed Cartridge, Tapered
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Sport
Seatpost
GT All-Terra Micro Adjust Alloy Seat Post, 30.9mm
About this model
Avalanche Elite belongs to the Gt Avalanche model. GT launched 17 bikes of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2022 of this model, by clicking this link.
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
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.
Average price for Trail bikes
If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
When GT released this model in 2022, its price was 1156$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Avalanche Elite price is 138.93% lower than the average cost of a Trail 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.
Avalanche Elite components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the Suntour XCR Air model. The travel on this model is 120mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, GT Avalanche Elite 2022, has a 27.5″ aluminum model. These wheels will provide you with more control over the bike. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. GT Avalanche Elite is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
GT Avalanche Elite 2022 is available in one size only. In short, make sure you double-check if it fits you.