Bicycle Archive · Specification report

2009 GT Avalanche Expert

Velopedia Archive ID 18608

Overview

Model year	2009
Brand	GT
Model	Avalanche Expert
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID	18608
Original MSRP	$1,299.99
Colors	Silver
Sizes	Small, medium, large, xlarge

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	6061 Custom Butted/ Hydraformed Aluminum TT & DT
Fork	RockShox Tora 302 U-Turn, 85 - 135mm adjustable travel
Fork material	Magnesium/aluminum, single crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano SLX
Shifters	Shimano SLX RapidFire
Front derailleur	Shimano SLX
Rear derailleur	Shimano XT Shadow
Crankset	Shimano MC542
Bottom bracket	Shimano Hollowtech II
Cassette	SRAM
Rear cogs	9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain	Shimano Nine Speed
Pedals	Shimano PD-M520

Brakes

Brakes	Avid Juicy 3 brakes, Avid Juicy 3 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" Zero Stack
Handlebar	GT AL Riser OS
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	GT ATB
Saddle	WTB Rocket V Comp chromo
Seatpost	Alloy Micro Adjust

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Shimano Deore disc
Rims	WTB SpeedDisc XC
Spokes	DT Swiss stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front tire	26 x 2.10" Kenda Nevegal DTC
Wheel size	26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 25, 2026.