1996 GT Avalanche LE

1996 · Avalanche

GT introduces a killer new racing machine for 1996: the Avalanche LE. The frame is inspired by Zaskar design technology with features like the new dual oval downtube, new seatstay bridge, and a new rear dropout. With a great start like that, we had to use the hottest new components! This new model has the stuff racers dream of like Shimano 24-speed Deore XT drivetrain, WTB Velociraptor tires, Rock Shox Judy XC front fork, and the redesigned Tioga Clipman pedal.

1996 GT Bicycles
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Description

GT introduces a killer new racing machine for 1996: the Avalanche LE. The frame is inspired by Zaskar design technology with features like the new dual oval downtube, new seatstay bridge, and a new rear dropout. With a great start like that, we had to use the hottest new components! This new model has the stuff racers dream of like Shimano 24-speed Deore XT drivetrain, WTB Velociraptor tires, Rock Shox Judy XC front fork, and the redesigned Tioga Clipman pedal.

Technical specification

Geometry

Sizes
14.5", 16", 18", 19", 20"

Frame & Fork

Frame material
Aluminium
Frame
GT Triple Triangle design 6061-T6 butted aluminium with radically shaped dual oval downtube, butted seat tube and rear dropouts
Fork
Rock Shox Judy XC

Drivetrain

Crankset
Shimano Deore XT
Chain
Shimano HG
Freewheel
Shimano Deore XT 8-speed Hyperglide
Shifters
Shimano Deore XT 8-speed RapidFire
Pedals
Shimano Deore XT
Front derailleur
Shimano Deore XT
Rear derailleur
Shimano Deore XT

Wheels

Rims
Mavic M-217 rims with machined sidewalls
Tires
WTB Velociraptor tires
Spokes
Stainless steel
Front hub
Shimano Deore XT
Rear hub
Shimano Deore XT

Cockpit & contact

Handlebar
KORE aluminum
Stem
KORE aluminum
Grips
GT Kraton
Headset
Tioga Alchemy 1 1/8" Aheadset, sealed
Saddle
Vetta AT with titanium rails
Seat post
Alloy micro-adjust
Seatpost clamp
GT CNC quick release
Colour
Ball Burnished

Brakes

Brake levers
Shimano Deore XT V-Brake