Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report1996 GT Backwoods · 1995 GT Backwoods
| Specification | 1996 GT Backwoods | 1995 GT Backwoods |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1996 | 1995 |
| Brand | GT | GT |
| Model | Backwoods | Backwoods |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, non-suspension | Mountain bike, non-suspension |
| Archive ID | 55743 | 32275 |
| Original MSRP | $649.95 | $569.95 |
| Colors | Brushed, red | Candy red , midnight blue |
| Sizes | 12.5", 14.5", 16", 18", 20" | 14.5", 16", 18", 20" |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | Welded aluminum | Welded aluminum |
| Frame material | 7005 aluminum | 7005 aluminum, heat-treated |
| Fork | GT | GT |
| Fork material | Chromoly, unicrown crown | Chromoly, unicrown crown |
| Rear shock | N/A | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Shimano STX/Alivio | Shimano Alivio |
| Shifters | Shimano Alivio MC15-C RapidFire Plus | Shimano Alivio MC12 RapidFire Plus |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Alivio top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm | Shimano Alivio, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano STX | Shimano STX |
| Crankset | Shimano Alivio, 24/34/42 teeth | Shimano Alivio HyperDrive-C, 24/34/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-LP26, 113 mm spindle | — |
| BB shell width | 73mm English | — |
| Rear cogs | 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth | 7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-IG30, 1/2 x 3/32" | Shimano CN-IG30, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Victor VP-517S | Chibel CB-322A w/clips & straps |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Shimano AceraX M-System brakes, Shimano Alivio levers | Shimano Alivio brakes, Shimano Alivio levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Tioga | 1 1/8" Tioga aheadset |
| Handlebar | GT alloy | GT alloy multi-position |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included | Not included |
| Stem | GT chromoly | GT chromoly Aheadset |
| Saddle | Vetta TT Tri-Shock, chromoly rails | Vetta TT Tri-Shock |
| Seatpost | Kalloy SP-263, 27.0 mm diameter | Alloy micro-adjust, 26.8 mm diameter |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | — | Shimano Alivio |
| Rims | Mavic 238, 32-hole | Mavic 236, 32-hole |
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge | Stainless steel, straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 2.10" WTB VelociRaptor | 26 x 1.95" Tioga Psycho kevlar |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels | 26" wheels |
One selected size or frame position per bicycle, matching the comparison dropdown choices used when Print / PDF was opened.
| Measurement | 1996 GT Backwoods | 1995 GT Backwoods |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | Legacy reference | Legacy reference |
| Head-tube angle | 70.5° | 70.5° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73.5° | 73.5° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 426 mm | 426 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1076 mm | 1075 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 45 mm | 45 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 14, 2026.