Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork Manitou Circus Expert
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Suspension Hardtail -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
GT Dirt Jump 6061 Aluminum, Euro Threaded BB, Disc Brake Mount, Integrated 1-1/8"-1.5" Taper H/T, 15mm Horizontal Adjustable Dropout w/ Integrated Chain Tensioners
Suspension Fork
Manitou Circus Expert, Coil w/ Rebound Adjust, 20mm Thru Axle Dropout, 1-1/8"-1.5" Taper AL Steerer, Pre Load Adjust
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
N/A
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
N/A
Cassette
Singlespeed, 10 tooth
Crank
GT Power Series Seamless Tubular Cr-Mo 2Pc. 175mm Arms, Cold Forged CR-MO 19mm x 48T Spline Spindle, 25T GT 5mm AL Chain Wheel
Bottom Bracket
Euro Sealed Bearing
Chain
KMC HL710 Half Link
Chain Guide
No
Pedals
GT Low Profile Large Size Platform Design, PP Material, Boran Axle
Wheels
Front Hub
Front: Alloy Disk Body, Sealed Bearings, 32 Hole, 3/8" x 17mm Female Bolt. Rear: Alloy Disk Body, 5pcs Sealed Bearings, 3/8" x 17mm Female Bolt, 10T Cassette, 32 Hole.
Rear Hub
Alloy disk body, sealed bearings
Rims
Alloy Double Wall, 26" 32 Hole (F/R)
Spokes
32 count front and rear
Tires
GT LP-5 26" x 2.2" (F/R)
Brakes
Brakes
Promax Hydro Disc Rear, 160mm Rotor (Rear Only)
Brake Levers
Promax
Cockpit
Stem
GT Jumper 35mm Reach
Handlebar
ANSWER 6061 PROTAPER Alloy 31.8 x 810, 50.8mm (2") Rise, 8 Degree Back, 4 Degree Up Sweep
Grips
GT Super Soft 155mm Single Compound w/ GT removable plug
Headset
1-1/8"-1.5" Thread less, Steel, Hollow Compression Nut
Seat
Saddle
GT BK Signature Pivotal
Seatpost
Alloy Pivotal 27.2 x 300mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
Model Overview
La Bomba belongs to the Gt La Bomba model. GT launched 11 bikes of this model so far.
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 Dirt Jump bikes
If you want an acceptable Dirt Jump bike you should know that the average price is 863$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Dirt Jump bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
At the moment of the release date, GT La Bomba price was 1299$. Comparing the average cost of a Dirt Jump bike to this one, you will see that La Bomba price is 50.52% more expensive.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the Manitou Circus Expert fork installed. The fork’s travel is 100mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Fork material
The fork is made out of aluminum, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels
As for the wheels, GT La Bomba 2018, has a 26″ aluminum model. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, they provide less traction than 29″ wheels do.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. GT La Bomba is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.