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
Team Frame, 100% Cr-Mo, Double Gusset, Mid BB, Removable Seat Stay U-Brake, Integrated 1-1/8" H/T, Removable Rotor Tabs
Suspension Fork
100% Cr-Mo, 1pc Threaded Steerer, Tapered Legs, 31mm Offset
Drivetrain
Cassette
9T 1pc. Driver
Crank
GT Power Series 3pc Chromoly 170mm, 22mm x 48T Spindle, GT NBS 25T Alloy Chainwheel
Bottom Bracket
Sealed Mid 22mm
Chain
KMC S1
Pedals
GT Logo PC Platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy Sealed 3/8" Female Axle
Rear Hub
Alloy Sealed 14mm Cassette
Rims
Alloy Double Wall, 36h
Spokes
Stainless Steel, 14g
Tires
Front: GT Pool 2.3", Rear: GT Pool 2.3"
Brakes
Brakes
NBS Alloy U-Brake w/ Soft Compound Pad
Brake Levers
NBS Hinged Alloy
Cockpit
Stem
GT NBS Top Load 50mm, 32mm Rise
Handlebar
GT 2pc Freestyle, 100% Cr-Mo, 9"H x 29"W, 3°Up, 11° Back
Grips
GT Super Soft Flangeless
Headset
1-1/8" Sealed Integrated (41.8 x 45)
Seat
Saddle
GT Pivotal Padded
Seatpost
Alloy Pivotal, 25.4 x 200mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
Model Overview
Team Mercado is a Gt Team Mercado model. GT launched 2 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 BMX bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy BMX bike is 348$. However, even though the average price of a BMX bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
This bike was released in 2023 and its price was 570$. If we compare this with the average BMX bike cost we notice that the price is 63.79% more expensive.
Overview of components
Fork material
Team Mercado has a steel fork, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels
As for the wheels, GT Team Mercado 2023, has a 20″ aluminum model. This wheel size is used on bike models like BMX, children, or folding bikes. In conclusion, you can use them better on-road, and less on technical terrain.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Team Mercado comes with Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.