VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

2001 GT Avalanche 1.0

Velopedia Archive ID 35503

Overview

Model year2001
BrandGT
ModelAvalanche 1.0
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID35503
Original MSRP$1,199.99
ColorsBillet/Gloss Black, Tech Blue
SizesLarge, medium, small, xlarge, xsmall

Frameset

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

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano Deore RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Deore LX top-swing
Rear derailleurShimano Deore XT
CranksetShimano Deore, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN40
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG72, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsRitchey clipless

Brakes

BrakesAvid Mechanical Disc brakes, Avid Speed Dial 5 levers

Cockpit & contact points

HeadsetWTB Momentum Comp ST
HandlebarSyncros 6061
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemGT Mtn
SaddleSDG Grand Prix
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust

Wheels & tires

HubsGT High Side Disc
RimsSyncros Lil' Snapper, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 14g
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.10" WTB MotoRaptor DNA
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube553.7 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73.5°
Chainstay / rear center419.1 mm

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