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- Carbon fiber
- 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 Zaskar Carbon Expert and 2010 GT Zaskar Carbon Expert.
- Data limitation
Only 2010 GT Zaskar Carbon Expert has enough published drivetrain data for gearing calculations.
- Identity & price
2009 GT Zaskar Carbon Expert had an original MSRP $200 lower than 2010 GT Zaskar Carbon 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.
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2; rear size isn’t listed.
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 Zaskar Carbon Expert
2010 GT Zaskar Carbon Expert
Overview
Model Year
2009
2010
Brand
GT
GT
Model
Zaskar Carbon Expert
Zaskar Carbon Expert
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$2,499.99
$2,699.99
Colors
Black/Red
Carbon/Red
Sizes
XS, S, M, L, XL
XS, S, M, L, XL
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
Monocoque
Monocoque
Frame Material
Carbon fiber
Carbon fiber
Fork
RockShox Recon Race air, 100mm travel
RockShox Recon Race, 100mm travel
Fork Material
Magnesium/aluminum, single crown
Single
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano SLX
Shimano SLX
Shifters
Shimano SLX RapidFire
Shimano SLX
Front Derailleur
Shimano SLX
Shimano SLX
Rear Derailleur
Shimano SLX
Shimano SLX Shadow
Crankset
Shimano SLX
Shimano SLX, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Shimano SLX Hollowtech II
Shimano SLX Hollowtech II
Cassette
Shimano SLX
Shimano SLX
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
Shimano Nine Speed
Shimano Nine Speed
Pedals
Crank Brothers Candy C
—
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano SLX disc brakes, Shimano SLX Hydraulic levers
Shimano SLX disc brakes, Shimano SLX Hydraulic levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" FSA integrated
1 1/8" integrated FSA sealed angular contact bearing
Handlebar
Ritchey Pro Flat
Ritchey Pro Butted 2014 al Flat
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Ritchey 6061 OS
Ritchey 6061 OS
Saddle
Fi'zi:k Gobi XM w/Mg rails
Fizik Gobi XM w/ Mg rails
Seatpost
Ritchey 3D Forged, 31.6mm diameter
Ritchey 3D Forged, 31.6mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Mavic CrossRide Centerlock Disc
Mavic CrossRide Centerlock Disc
Rims
Mavic CrossRide Disc
Mavic CrossRide Disc, 24-hole
Spokes
Mavic
Mavic, Wheelset
Front Tire
26 x 2.00" Kenda Karma
26 x 2.00" Kenda Karma DTC
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.