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Compare published geometry, gearing and specifications for up to three bicycles.

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At a glance

Key differences

Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.

  1. Data limitation

    No geometry is recorded for 2010 GT Force 3.0 and 2009 GT Force 3.0.

  2. Identity & price

    2009 GT Force 3.0 had an original MSRP $200 lower than 2010 GT Force 3.0.

    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.

2010 GT Force 3.044/32/22T · 11–32T · 9-speed
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear4.8 mphHighest gear28.1 mph

Rear tire: 26×2.1.

2009 GT Force 3.044/32/22T · 11–32T · 9-speed
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear4.8 mphHighest gear28.1 mph

Rear tire: 26×2.1.

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
2010 GT Force 3.0
2009 GT Force 3.0
Overview
Model Year
2010
2009
Brand
GT
GT
Model
Force 3.0
Force 3.0
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Original MSRP
$1,799.99
$1,599.99
Colors
Grey, Blue
Silver
Sizes
XS, S, M, L, XL
XS, S, M, L, XL
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
6061 Monocoque
Aluminum
Fork
SR Mag 32, 140mm travel
SR Suntour Mag-32, 140mm travel
Fork Material
Single
Magnesium/aluminum, single crown
Rear Shock
Fox Float R, 150mm travel
RockShox Bar 2.1
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano Deore/mix
Shimano Deore/mix
Shifters
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore SLX Shadow
Shimano Deore
Crankset
Shimano Deore FC-M590, 22/32/44 teeth
FSA Alpha Drive, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Deore external
FSA sealed
Cassette
SRAM PG-950
SRAM PG-950
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
Shimano Nine Speed
Shimano Nine Speed
Pedals
Shimano PD-M520
Shimano PD-M520
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Auriga Pro w/180mm rotor front/Tektro Auriga Pro w/160mm rotor rear brakes, Tektro Auriga Pro hydraulic levers
Tektro Auriga Pro w/180mm rotor front/Tektro Auriga Pro w/160mm rotor rear brakes, Tektro Auriga Pro hydraulic levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threadless FSA Orbit X
1 1/8" FSA Orbit X
Handlebar
GT Riser
GT Riser
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
GT ATB OS
GT ATB OS
Saddle
WTB Pure V
WTB Pure V
Seatpost
GT alloy butted 2014, 31.6mm diameter
GT
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: GT 15 mm through axle with 4 japanese sealed bearing, Rear: Shimano disc
Shimano disc
Rims
WTB SX24, 32-hole
WTB SX24
Spokes
Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
DT Swiss stainless, 15ga. (1.8mm)
Front Tire
26 x 2.30" Kenda Nevegal
26 x 2.30" Kenda Nevegal
Rear Tire
26 x 2.10" Kenda Nevegal
26 x 2.10" Kenda Nevegal
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels

Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.

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