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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2010 GT Force 3.0 and 2011 GT Force 3.0.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Rear tire: 26×2.1.
Lowest0.69:1Highest3.27:1Total range476%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
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
2011 GT Force 3.0
Overview
Model Year
2010
2011
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
Not documented
Colors
Grey, Blue
White, Red
Sizes
XS, S, M, L, XL
XS, S, M, L, XL
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
—
Frame Material
6061 Monocoque
6061 Monocoque
Fork
SR Mag 32, 140mm travel
RockShox Sektor TR R Coil
Fork Material
Single
—
Rear Shock
Fox Float R, 150mm travel
Fox Float R, 150mm travel
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano Deore/mix
Mountain Mix
Shifters
Shimano Deore
Shimano Alivio
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shimano SLX
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore SLX Shadow
Shimano SLX Shadow
Crankset
Shimano Deore FC-M590, 22/32/44 teeth
Shimano Non-series, 36/22t teeth
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Deore external
Shimano Outboard
Cassette
SRAM PG-950
Shimano
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
Shimano Nine Speed
Shimano
Pedals
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
Shimano M445 brakes, Shimano M445 levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threadless FSA Orbit X
1 1/8" FSA Orbit-X
Handlebar
GT Riser
GT All-Terra
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
GT ATB OS
GT All-Terra 3D forged
Saddle
WTB Pure V
WTB Devo Comp
Seatpost
GT alloy butted 2014, 31.6mm diameter
GT alloy butted 2014, 31.6mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: GT 15 mm through axle with 4 japanese sealed bearing, Rear: Shimano disc
GT All-Terra
Rims
WTB SX24, 32-hole
Alex TD-24
Spokes
Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Stainless, 15g
Spoke Nipples
—
Brass
Front Tire
26 x 2.30" Kenda Nevegal
26 x 2.35 Maxxis High Roller
Rear Tire
26 x 2.10" Kenda Nevegal
26 x 2.1'' Maxxis High Roller
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.