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1998 GT Palomar (02)

Velopedia Archive ID 79098

Overview

Model year1998
BrandGT
ModelPalomar (02)
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID79098
Original MSRP$229.00
ColorsAtomic red, slate blue
Sizes14.5", 16", 18", 19", 20", 22"

Frameset

Frame constructionWelded
Frame materialHi-tensile steel
ForkGT
Fork materialChromoly/hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersGrip Shift MRX-170
Front derailleurShimano Tourney TY-30
Rear derailleurShimano AceraX
CranksetSR XR11, 24/34/46 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP27
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs6-speed, 14 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-UG50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsResin

Brakes

BrakesAluminum cantilever brakes, Shimano Altus levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" sealed
HandlebarFlat
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemGT hi-rise
SaddleGT Dual Density
SeatpostAluminum, 26.8mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsAluminum, Q/R
RimsWeinmann 519, 36-hole
SpokesSteel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.10" knobby
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Head-tube angle70°
Seat-tube angle72.5°
Chainstay / rear center435 mm
Wheelbase1065 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 28, 2026.