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1999 GT Ricochet

Velopedia Archive ID 89396

Overview

Model year1999
BrandGT
ModelRicochet
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID89396
Original MSRP$869.99
ColorsBillet
Sizes12.5", 14.5", 16", 18", 20"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material7000 aluminum, butted
ForkRock Shox Jett XC, 3.0" travel
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano Deore LX RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Deore LX
Rear derailleurShimano Deore LX
CranksetShimano Deore LX, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano cartridge
BB shell width73mm English
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG72, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsSteel cage, aluminum body 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 Deore LX
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 30, 2026.