- Frame
- 6061 Custom Butted/ Hydraformed Aluminum TT & DT
- Groupset
- Shimano SLX
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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2009 GT Avalanche Expert and 2008 GT Avalanche Expert.
- Data limitation
Only 2008 GT Avalanche Expert has enough published drivetrain data for gearing calculations.
- Equipment
2009 GT Avalanche Expert has 5 mm more front travel than 2008 GT Avalanche Expert in the selected sizes.
Front travel is fork suspension stroke, not rear-wheel travel.
- Identity & price
2008 GT Avalanche Expert had an original MSRP $200 lower than 2009 GT Avalanche Expert.
Original MSRP is the published list price when new, not today’s used-bike value.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Gearing unavailable for this size.
Lowest0.69:1Highest3.67:1Total range533%
Speed unavailable: wheel or tire size is missing or unclear.
How it works
Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.
Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.
Complete specification tableShows different published values and gaps where a bicycle lacks data. Different wording reflects source language, not necessarily different components. Swipe for more columns.
Specification
2009 GT Avalanche Expert
2008 GT Avalanche Expert
Overview
Model Year
2009
2008
Brand
GT
GT
Model
Avalanche Expert
Avalanche Expert
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$1,299.99
$1,099.99
Colors
Silver
Steel Blue
Sizes
S, M, L, XL
XS, S, M, L, XL
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
6061 Custom Butted/ Hydraformed Aluminum TT & DT
GT 6061 Aluminum
Fork
RockShox Tora 302 U-Turn, 85 - 135mm adjustable travel
RockShox TORA, 85-130mm
Fork Material
Magnesium/aluminum, single crown
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano SLX
Mountain Mix
Shifters
Shimano SLX RapidFire
SRAM X.7 Trigger
Front Derailleur
Shimano SLX
Shimano LX
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT Shadow
SRAM X.9
Crankset
Shimano MC542
TruVativ Firex, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Hollowtech II
—
Cassette
SRAM
SRAM
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
9-speed, 12 - 32 teeth
Chain
Shimano Nine Speed
Shimano
Pedals
Shimano PD-M520
Crank Brothers Candy
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Juicy 3 brakes, Avid Juicy 3 levers
Shimano Hydraulic Disc brakes, Shimano Hydraulic levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" Zero Stack
1 1/8" Zero Stack
Handlebar
GT AL Riser OS
GT AL Riser OS
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
GT ATB
GT ATB OS
Saddle
WTB Rocket V Comp chromo
WTB Rocket V Comp
Seatpost
Alloy Micro Adjust
Micro-adjust
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Shimano Deore disc
Shimano disc
Rims
WTB SpeedDisc XC
WTB Speed Disc
Spokes
DT Swiss stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
DT Swiss stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Spoke Nipples
—
Brass CP
Front Tire
26 x 2.10" Kenda Nevegal DTC
26" Kenda Nevagal
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.