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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 2011 GT Avalanche Expert and 2008 GT Avalanche Expert.

  2. Gearing

    2011 GT Avalanche Expert has a 6% lower climbing ratio than 2008 GT Avalanche Expert.

    A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.

  3. Equipment

    2011 GT Avalanche Expert has 10 mm more front travel than 2008 GT Avalanche Expert in the selected sizes.

    Front travel is fork suspension stroke, not rear-wheel travel.

Gearing comparison

Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.

2011 GT Avalanche Expert36/22T · 11–34T · 9-speed
Lowest0.65:1Highest3.27:1Total range506%

Speed unavailable: wheel or tire size is missing or unclear.

2008 GT Avalanche Expert44/32/22T · 12–32T · 9-speed
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.

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Specification
2011 GT Avalanche Expert
2008 GT Avalanche Expert
Overview
Model Year
2011
2008
Brand
GT
GT
Model
Avalanche Expert
Avalanche Expert
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
Not documented
$1,099.99
Colors
Satin black
Steel Blue
Sizes
XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL
XS, S, M, L, XL
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
Aluminum
TIG-welded
Frame Material
6061-T6 aluminum
GT 6061 Aluminum
Fork
RockShox Sektor RL, 140mm travel
RockShox TORA, 85-130mm
Fork Material
—
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
Mountain Mix
Shifters
SRAM X.7
SRAM X.7 Trigger
Front Derailleur
Shimano SLX
Shimano LX
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X.9
SRAM X.9
Crankset
Shimano FC-M545, 36/22t teeth
TruVativ Firex, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Shimano 2-piece
—
Cassette
Sram PG950
SRAM
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
9-speed, 12 - 32 teeth
Chain
Shimano CN-HG73
Shimano
Pedals
GT Slim Line Flat
Crank Brothers Candy
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-M445 brakes, Shimano BL-M505 levers
Shimano Hydraulic Disc brakes, Shimano Hydraulic levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" FSA No. 11
1 1/8" Zero Stack
Handlebar
All Terra AL6061 Riser
GT AL Riser OS
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
All Terra
GT ATB OS
Saddle
WTB Devo Race
WTB Rocket V Comp
Seatpost
All Terra AL2014
Micro-adjust
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
All Terra Alloy Disc
Shimano disc
Rims
Alex XD-Sport, 32-hole
WTB Speed Disc
Spokes
Stainless, 14/15ga. (2.0/1.8mm)
DT Swiss stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Spoke Nipples
Alloy
Brass CP
Front Tire
—
26" Kenda Nevagal
Wheel Size
—
26" wheels

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

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