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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 2011 GT Zaskar Carbon Expert.
- Data limitation
Only 2011 GT Zaskar Carbon Expert has enough published drivetrain data for gearing calculations.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Gearing unavailable for this size.
Lowest0.72:1Highest3.55:1Total range491%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.1; 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.
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Specification
2009 GT Zaskar Carbon Expert
2011 GT Zaskar Carbon Expert
Overview
Model Year
2009
2011
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
Not documented
Colors
Black/Red
Black
Sizes
XS, S, M, L, XL
Large frame
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
Monocoque
Carbon
Frame Material
Carbon fiber
Carbon
Fork
RockShox Recon Race air, 100mm travel
RockShox Recon Solo Air, 100mm travel
Fork Material
Magnesium/aluminum, single crown
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Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano SLX
Mountain Mix
Shifters
Shimano SLX RapidFire
SRAM X.7 Trigger
Front Derailleur
Shimano SLX
SRAM X.7
Rear Derailleur
Shimano SLX
SRAM X.9
Crankset
Shimano SLX
SRAM S1400, 39/26t teeth
Bottom Bracket
Shimano SLX Hollowtech II
Sram XR GXP
Cassette
Shimano SLX
Shimano SLX
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
10-speed, 11 - 36 teeth
Chain
Shimano Nine Speed
Sram PC 1031
Pedals
Crank Brothers Candy C
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Brakes
Brakes
Shimano SLX disc brakes, Shimano SLX Hydraulic levers
Formula RX Disc w/ 160mm rotor brakes, Formula RX levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" FSA integrated
1 1/8" FSA No. 42
Handlebar
Ritchey Pro Flat
CrankBrothers Cobalt 2 Flat bar
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Ritchey 6061 OS
Syncros AM
Saddle
Fi'zi:k Gobi XM w/Mg rails
WTB Silverado Race SL
Seatpost
Ritchey 3D Forged, 31.6mm diameter
Crank Brothers Cobalt 2
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Mavic CrossRide Centerlock Disc
All Terra Lightweight Alloy Sealed
Rims
Mavic CrossRide Disc
DT Swiss X430, 32-hole
Spokes
Mavic
DT Swiss Competition stainless, 1.8/1.6
Spoke Nipples
—
Alloy
Front Tire
26 x 2.00" Kenda Karma
26 x 2.1'' Maxxis Aspen
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.