Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report1996 GT Avalanche LE · 1997 GT Avalanche LE
| Specification | 1996 GT Avalanche LE | 1997 GT Avalanche LE |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1996 | 1997 |
| Brand | GT | GT |
| Model | Avalanche LE | Avalanche LE |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front suspension | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 58219 | 67629 |
| Original MSRP | $1,525.00 | $1,450.00 |
| Colors | Brushed | Ball burnished |
| Sizes | 14.5", 16", 18", 20" | 14.5", 16", 18", 20" |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | Welded aluminum | Welded |
| Frame material | 7000 aluminum, double-butted | 6061 T6 aluminum, butted, heat-treated |
| Fork | Rock Shox Judy XC | Rock Shox Judy XC |
| Fork material | Aluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown | Magnesium, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | N/A | N/A |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Shimano Deore XT | Shimano Deore XT/LX |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore XT RapidFire SL | Shimano Deore XT RapidFire SL |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Deore LX top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm | Shimano Deore XT top-swing, bottom-pull |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Deore XT SGS | Shimano Deore XT SGS |
| Crankset | Shimano Deore LX, 22/32/42 teeth | Shimano Deore LX, 22/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-UN71, 113 mm spindle | Shimano |
| BB shell width | 73mm English | 73mm English |
| Rear cogs | 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth | 8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-HG71, 1/2 x 3/32" | Shimano, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Tioga Clipman (clipless) | Shimano PD-M535 SPD clipless |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Shimano Deore XT V-Brake brakes, Shimano Deore XT levers | Shimano Deore LX V-Brake brakes, Shimano Deore XT levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset DL-2 | 1 1/8" threadless Tioga |
| Handlebar | GT alloy | Kore Lite |
| Handlebar extensions | Zoom Short Stop | GT Cut Weld |
| Stem | Kore lite | Kore Lite |
| Saddle | Vetta TT Tri-Shock, manganese rails | WTB SST, hollow chromoly rails, w/kevlar sides |
| Seatpost | Kalloy Uno, 27.0 mm diameter | Aluminum micro-adjust, 27.2 mm diameter |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | — | Shimano Deore LX |
| Rims | Mavic 221, 32-hole | Mavic 221, 32-hole |
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 2.0mm double butted | Stainless steel, 2.0mm double butted |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 2.10" WTB VelociRaptor kevlar | 26 x 2.10" WTB VelociRaptor 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 Avalanche LE | 1997 GT Avalanche LE |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | Legacy reference | Legacy reference |
| Head-tube angle | 70.5° | 70.5° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73.5° | 73.5° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 425 mm | 426 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1076 mm | 1073 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 40.6 mm | 40.6 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 13, 2026.