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1996 GT Avalanche (02)

Velopedia Archive ID 57735

Overview

Model year1996
BrandGT
ModelAvalanche (02)
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID57735
Original MSRP$1,049.00
ColorsBrushed, gray
Sizes14.5", 16", 18", 20"

Frameset

Frame constructionWelded aluminum
Frame material7000 aluminum, double-butted
ForkGT Bologna Lite
Fork materialChromoly, triple-butted, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Deore XT/LX
ShiftersShimano Deore LX RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Deore LX top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Deore LX GS
CranksetShimano Deore LX, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN51, 113 mm spindle
BB shell width73mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsTioga Surefoot VI w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesShimano Deore LX M-System brakes, Shimano Deore LX levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Tioga
HandlebarGT alloy
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemKore lite
SaddleVetta TT Tri-Shock, manganese rails
SeatpostKalloy SP-263, 27.0 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsMavic 221, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm double butted
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.10" WTB VelociRaptor
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube575 mm
Head-tube angle70.5°
Seat-tube angle73.5°
Chainstay / rear center425 mm
Wheelbase1076 mm
Fork offset / rake45 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 26, 2026.