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At a glance
Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Identity & price
These bicycles are categorized differently: 2011 GT Windstream is Cruiser; 2001 GT Windstream is Hybrid.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2011 GT Windstream and 2001 GT Windstream.
- Identity & price
2001 GT Windstream had an original MSRP $139 lower than 2011 GT Windstream.
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.
Gearing unavailable for this size.
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 Windstream
2001 GT Windstream
Overview
Model Year
2011
2001
Brand
GT
GT
Model
Windstream
Windstream
Bicycle Type
Cruiser
Hybrid
Original MSRP
$439.00
$299.99
Colors
Black, Slate Blue
Metallic Champagne, Metallic Grey-Blue
Sizes
S, M, L
14", 16", 18", 20", 22", womens 16", womens 18"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
Aluminum
TIG-welded
Frame Material
7000 aluminum
Chromoly seat tube/hi-tensile steel
Fork
GT Strealmine
GT
Fork Material
—
Hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Cruiser Mix
Hybrid Mix
Shifters
—
SRAM MRX Classic
Front Derailleur
—
Shimano C101
Rear Derailleur
—
Shimano Tourney TY-40
Crankset
Alloy 3 piece
Shimano, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Semi cartridge
Semi cartridge
Cassette
GT Belt Drive
—
Rear Cogs
—
7-speed
Chain
GT Belt Drive
Shimano CN-UG50, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
Dual density platform
High impact nylon comfort
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro V brakes, Tektro 4-Finger levers
Aluminum linear-pull brakes, GT Streamline levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" Threaded
1" sealed mechanism
Handlebar
GT Streamline alloy
GT Streamline
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
GT Streamline quill
Aluminum riser
Saddle
GT Streamline
GT Streamline
Seatpost
GT Alloy Micro Adjust
Aluminum, suspension
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Alloy sealed mechanism
Aluminum, Q/R
Rims
700c Brushed singlewall alloy
Aluminum trekking, 36-hole
Spokes
Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Stainless steel, 14g straight gauge
Spoke Nipples
Brass
Brass nipples
Front Tire
700 x 47c
700 x 45c GT Guardian
Wheel Size
700c wheels
700c wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.