Bicycle Archive · Specification report

2008 GT Sanction 1.0

Velopedia Archive ID 13620

Overview

Model year	2008
Brand	GT
Model	Sanction 1.0
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID	13620
Original MSRP	$3,299.99
Colors	Light Brown
Sizes	Small, medium, large, xlarge

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	GT 6061 Aluminum
Fork	RockShox Lyrik Two Step, 160-180mm travel
Fork material	Single
Rear shock	Fox DHX Air 4.0, 6" travel

Drivetrain

Component group	Mountain Mix
Shifters	Shimano XT
Front derailleur	Shimano XT
Rear derailleur	Shimano XT Shadow
Crankset	Shimano Saint w/bashguard, 22/32 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 Pure V Race
Seatpost	Thompson Elite

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Front: WTB Laser Disc DH 20mm, Rear: WTB Laser Disc DH 12mm
Rims	DT Swiss X430
Spokes	DT Swiss stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Spoke nipples	DT Swiss
Front tire	26 x 2.3" Kenda Nevegal
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.