VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 GT Outpost

Velopedia Archive ID 63524

Overview

Model year1997
BrandGT
ModelOutpost
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID63524
Original MSRP$320.00
ColorsBlue, grey, pearl white
Sizes12.5", 14.5", 16", 18", 20", 22", womens 16", womens 18"

Frameset

Frame constructionWelded
Frame materialChromoly main triangle/hi-tensile steel rear stays
ForkGT
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Alivio/AceraX
ShiftersShimano Altus EZ Fire Plus
Front derailleurShimano AceraX top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano AceraX
CranksetShimano Alivio, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsResin

Brakes

BrakesShimano Altus brakes, Shimano Altus levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1"
HandlebarAluminum
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemSteel
SaddleGT
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust, 26.8 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: aluminum quick release, Rear: Shimano
RimsWeinmann Zac 19, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.10" multi-terrain
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube565 mm
Head-tube angle70°
Seat-tube angle73.5°
Chainstay / rear center425 mm
Wheelbase1068 mm
Fork offset / rake50 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 25, 2026.