Bicycle Archive · Specification report

2009 GT Marathon Elite

Velopedia Archive ID 18630

Overview

Model year	2009
Brand	GT
Model	Marathon Elite
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID	18630
Original MSRP	$2,099.99
Colors	Black
Sizes	Small, medium, large, xlarge

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	GT I-Drive 4 6061 Aluminum
Fork	RockShox Recon 335 Solo Air, 120mm travel
Fork material	Magnesium/aluminum, single crown
Rear shock	Fox Float R, 4" travel

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano SLX
Shifters	Shimano SLX RapidFire
Front derailleur	Shimano SLX
Rear derailleur	Shimano SLX
Crankset	Shimano SLX
Bottom bracket	Shimano SLX Hollowtech II
Cassette	Shimano SLX
Rear cogs	9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain	Shimano Nine Speed
Pedals	Crank Brothers Candy C

Brakes

Brakes	Avid Juicy 3 brakes, Avid Juicy 3 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" FSA integrated
Handlebar	Ritchey 6061 OS riser
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	Ritchey 6061
Saddle	WTB Rocket V Comp chromo
Seatpost	Ritchey 3D Forged, 31.6mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Shimano Deore disc
Rims	WTB SpeedDisc XC
Spokes	DT Swiss stainless
Front tire	Front: 26 x 2.30" Kenda Nevegal, Rear: 26 x 2.10" 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 September 26, 2026.