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1999 GT Backwoods

Velopedia Archive ID 88275

Overview

Model year1999
BrandGT
ModelBackwoods
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID88275
Original MSRP$652.99
ColorsHorizon Purple, Solar Grass
Sizes12.5", 14.5", 16", 18", 20"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material7005 aluminum, butted
ForkRock Shox Jett XC, 3.0" travel
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano Alivio RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano AceraX top-swing
Rear derailleurShimano STX-RC
CranksetShimano Alivio, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano cartridge
BB shell width73mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainShimano IG, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsResin body/steel cage w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesAvid 1D-25 brakes, Avid AD-1.0 L levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Aheadset STS
HandlebarTitec Enduro HF
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemAzonic ORC
SaddleSDG Comp
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: GT suspension Q/R, Rear: Shimano Alivio
RimsWeinmann Zac 19, 32-hole
SpokesDT stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
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 center426 mm
Wheelbase1073 mm

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