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1998 GT Avalanche Spin

Velopedia Archive ID 76856

Overview

Model year1998
BrandGT
ModelAvalanche Spin
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID76856
Original MSRP$1,565.00
ColorsBillet, white
Sizes12.5", 14.5", 16", 18", 19", 20"

Frameset

Frame constructionWelded
Frame material6061-T6 aluminum, butted w/replaceable derailleur hanger
ForkMarzocchi Bomber Z-2
Fork materialAluminum, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano Deore LX RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Deore LX top-swing
Rear derailleurShimano Deore XT SGS
CranksetShimano STX-RC, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN52
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG70, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsTioga Surefoot w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesShimano Deore LX V-Brake brakes, Shimano Deore LX levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Tioga
HandlebarKore Lite
Handlebar extensionsGT Cut Weld
StemKore Lite
SaddleWTB SSTK, hollow chromoly rails w/kevlar sides
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsSpin
RimsSpin
SpokesSpin carbon fiber, molded
Spoke nipplesN/A
Front tireFront: 26 x 1.95" WTB EnduroRaptor kevlar, Rear: 26 x 1.95" WTB VelociRaptor kevlar
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Head-tube angle70.5°
Seat-tube angle73.5°
Chainstay / rear center426 mm
Wheelbase1073 mm
Fork offset / rake40.6 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 27, 2026.