Bicycle Archive · Specification report

2008 GT Force 1.0

Velopedia Archive ID 13623

Overview

Model year	2008
Brand	GT
Model	Force 1.0
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID	13623
Original MSRP	$2,699.99
Colors	Blue
Sizes	Small, medium, large, xlarge

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded/Monocoque
Frame material	GT 6061 Aluminum
Fork	Fox 32 Float RLC, 140mm travel
Fork material	Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Rear shock	Fox Float RP23, 6" travel

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano XT
Shifters	Shimano XT
Front derailleur	Shimano XT
Rear derailleur	Shimano XT
Crankset	Shimano XT Hollowtech 2, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracket	Shimano Hollowtech II
Cassette	Shimano XT
Rear cogs	9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain	Shimano HG-73
Pedals	Crank Brothers Acid

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano XT Disc brakes, Shimano XT hydraulic levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" FSA Orbit X
Handlebar	Ritchey WCS Rizer OS
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	Thomson Elite X4
Saddle	WTB Rocket V SLT
Seatpost	Thompson Elite

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Shimano XT Centerlock disc
Rims	DT Swiss X430
Spokes	DT Swiss stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm)
Spoke nipples	Alloy
Front tire	26" Kenda Nevagal
Wheel size	26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 6, 2026.