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GT Avalanche 1.0 Custom XTR / Chris King / Crossmax / Carbon Build – E - $995 (concord / pleasant hill / martinez)
bicycle type:
mountain
frame size:
18"
wheel size:
26 in
bicycle frame material:
aluminum
suspension:
suspension fork (hardtail)
brake type:
disc (hydraulic)
condition:
excellent
make / manufacturer:
GT
model name / number:
Avalanche
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This is NOT a stock GT Avalanche.....so far from it!
The bike was extensively upgraded with top-tier Shimano XTR, Chris King, Mavic, RockShox and carbon components. The upgraded components have extremely low mileage and the entire bike has been very well cared for. It is in exceptional condition for its age.
This is a particularly nice build for someone who appreciates high-end vintage 26" mountain bikes and the premium components from this era.
FRAME
- GT Avalanche 1.0 aluminum hardtail
- Classic GT Triple Triangle frame design
- Lightweight butted aluminum construction
- Approximately 18" seat tube measured from center of crank/bottom bracket to top of seat tube
- 26" wheel platform
- White/silver finish
- Paint and graphics are in excellent condition
SUSPENSION
- RockShox Revelation 426 U-Turn
- High-end adjustable-travel suspension fork
- U-Turn adjustable travel system
- Motion Control damping
- External compression adjustment
- Floodgate adjustment
- Quick-release axle
- Excellent condition with very little use
CUSTOM WHEELSET
One of the highlights of the bike:
- Chris King front and rear hubs
- Beautiful purple anodized finish
- Premium Chris King bearing/hub system
- Serviceable/rebuildable design
- Quick-release front and rear
- Disc compatible
- Mavic Crossmax 26" rims
- Black spokes with blue alloy nipples
- Lightweight custom XC/racing wheel build
Chris King hubs alone were an extremely high-end upgrade and are still highly regarded for their quality, durability and serviceability.
SHIMANO XTR DRIVETRAIN
The bike has an extensive period Shimano XTR drivetrain:
- Shimano XTR rear derailleur
- Shimano XTR front derailleur
- Shimano XTR crankset
- Triple-chainring crank
- Multi-speed Shimano cassette
- Shimano XTR Dual Control integrated shifter/brake controls
- Very low mileage on drivetrain components
- Chain, cassette and chainrings show very little wear
BRAKES
- Shimano Deore XT hydraulic disc brakes
- Front and rear hydraulic disc
- Large Shimano disc rotors
- Braided/stainless-style hydraulic lines
- Integrated high-end Shimano controls
CARBON / COCKPIT UPGRADES
- Race Face Next carbon-fiber handlebar
- Easton EC70 carbon stem
- Lightweight performance cockpit
- Locking grips
- Compact accessory light
OTHER UPGRADES
- Adjustable/dropper-style seatpost with under-saddle release
- Performance saddle (may remove if price drops)
- Lightweight aluminum platform pedals (may remove if price drops)
- Maxxis 26" XC/trail tires
- Bottle cage
- Quick-release wheels
- Numerous lightweight/premium hardware upgrades throughout
CONDITION
The bike is in exceptionally clean, near-mint condition and has been ridden very little since the upgraded components were installed.
The frame is extremely clean, wheels are straight, drivetrain shows minimal wear, and the premium components have very low mileage.
There are a few minor cosmetic marks consistent with normal use, but anyone who sees the bike in person will immediately recognize how unusually clean it is for a high-end 26" mountain bike of this era.
WHY THIS BIKE IS DIFFERENT
This isn't a stock older GT being sold for a few hundred dollars.
The value is in the build:
Chris King hubs
Mavic Crossmax wheels
Shimano XTR drivetrain
Shimano XT hydraulic disc brakes
RockShox Revelation 426 U-Turn suspension
Race Face Next carbon handlebar
Easton EC70 carbon stem
GT Triple Triangle aluminum frame
A substantial amount of money was invested in upgrading this bike, and it would have been a very expensive build when these components were purchased.
It's lightweight, fast and extremely well equipped bike. An excellent XC/trail bike or a great bike for someone who appreciates premium 26" MTB equipment.
$995 OBO
Local sale. Cash only. Located in Concord, CA.
If its listed, its still for sale!
*** FULL-PRICE BONUS – EXTRA GT FRAME + ROCKSHOX PIKE FORK INCLUDED***
If the bike is purchased at the full asking price of $995, I will also include an additional GT Avalanche frame and RockShox Pike suspension fork at no additional cost. Or the 3.0 Avalanche Frame can be purchased separately for $200 and the adjustable RockShox shock for $200.
This is a substantial added value and gives the buyer the foundation for a second custom mountain-bike build, a collection of valuable spare components, or another period-correct GT project.
Bonus components include:
- GT Avalanche 3.0 hardtail frame
- GT's classic Triple Triangle frame design
- Custom-formed 6061 aluminum construction
- Designed in California
- Disc-brake compatible
- 26" wheel platform
- Black/white/blue factory graphics
- Bottle-cage mounts
- Replaceable derailleur hanger
- Frame is in very good overall condition with normal cosmetic signs of use
- RockShox Pike U-Turn suspension fork
- 95–140 mm adjustable travel, as marked on the fork
- U-Turn external travel adjustment
- Adjustable damping controls
- Heavy-duty thru-axle chassis
- A very desirable, high-quality RockShox fork from the period
The extra GT frame and RockShox Pike are included ONLY with a full-price purchase of the complete bike. If an offer below asking price is accepted, the bonus frame and fork are not included.
This makes the full-price package an exceptional value considering the complete bike already includes the Shimano XTR drivetrain, Chris King hubs, Mavic wheels, XT hydraulic brakes, RockShox Revelation U-Turn fork, Race Face carbon handlebar and Easton EC70 carbon stem — and you're also getting another GT frame and premium RockShox Pike fork.
Full asking price: $995 — includes complete bike + bonus GT Avalanche 3.0 frame + RockShox Pike U-Turn fork.