The GT Force is 'designed around GT's patented Independent Drivetrain (ID) system. ID stays active over small bumps with minimal “pedal feedback” – a loss of pedaling efficiency caused by rear suspension compression. That’s because ID isolates the movement of the bottom bracket from the front and rear triangles of the bike, keeping the distance from the seat to the bottom bracket constant. As a result, pedal feedback is all but eliminated. The best part? When you’re pedaling at maximum efficiency, you’ll be able to ride longer and harder.'*
The force 3 is their entry spec'd version but still packs a killer punch, and in our opinion a better more versatile 6" bike you'll not find. Deore equipped, air front and rear, Hydo brakes, Ritchey parts, and WTB rims spew up an offering hard to resist at this great price.
Frame
All-New GT 6061 monocoque full suspension frame with 6” travel, sealed main and BB pivot bearings, forged i-Link, modular rear dropouts
Suspension
Marzocchi XC 600 ATA 2 fork, air spring, 100-140mm adjustable travel;
Shock rear Fox Float rear shock
Drivetrain
Shimano Deore 27-Speed drivetrain,Deore Shifters
Crankset
New Shimano Deore, 44/32/23
Brakes
Tektro Auriga hydraulic disc brakes
Wheels/Tires
WTB Speed Disc rims, Shimano Disc hubs; Kenda Nevegal 120 tpi tires
Handlebar
Ritchey Rizer, 31.8mm
Seat Post
Ritchey Comp seatpost
Saddle
WTB Rocket V Comp saddle
Pedals
Crank Brothers Acid
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Rear Cogs
Shimano 9-speed, 12-34
Chain
HG-73 Nine Speed
Spokes
DT Swiss 1.8 stainless steel
Nipples
Brass
Stem
Ritchey 31.8 clamp, 3-D forged
Grips
GT Lock Down, co molded locking grip system
Headset
FSA Orbit X 1 1/8" forged cups, sealed bearings
*www.gtbicycles.com