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Karakoram Elite Complete Bike - 2015

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For those who want to take a shot at riding mountain bikes, but don't want to drop major cash on a rig and don't want a race-focused machine for just exploring some trails, we proudly present the GT Karakoram Elite Complete Bike.


So what makes the Karakoram a better machine for less intense, more exploratory riding? Let's start with the frame. Made of light and strong 6061-T6 aluminum, this thing is tough, but doesn't weigh you down. The tubes are hydroformed, both to maximize their structural stiffness and strength and also shed weight where it's not needed. The result is a sturdy platform that you don't need to second-guess when it comes time to tackle the big stuff out there. GT's famous triple-triangle design has been prove over the generations to enhance the stiffness, responsiveness, and durability of the bike's rear end, which is why you'll find it here and also on the company's BMX frames and cross-country hardtails, as well.


A major factor in understanding the focus of this bike's performance is also in pure numbers: frame geometry. The Karakoram takes the aggressive angles and dimensions of racier bikes that give them sharper handling and a lower front end, and dials everything back a notch. This doesn't mean you're not gaining some different advantages, though. The head tube angle, for example, is less upright, more "slack", amounting to greater stability on descents and over technical terrain. The top tube of the Karakoram is also shorter, relatively to stretched-out race bikes, letting the rider sit more upright for greater comfort over longer days, and also less weight over the front end, further aiding stability at high speeds, or, of course, in the air.


The Karakoram Elite's build takes a step up from the Comp complete bike's kit, but it still doesn't break the bank — you just get more performance. The 30-speed Shimano Deore drivetrain is an upgrade. It not only ensures a full range of gears to help you tackle even the steepest climbs, but the fact that it's supplied by Shimano means you won't need to fret for the system's reliability or precision; it's Shimano, after all. The Rock Shox XC28 TK fork takes big hits and smaller trail chatter in equal stride, and it features a handlebar-mounted lockout lever for on-the-fly adjustment, as well as separate rebound adjustment capability. The Shimano BR-M396 hydraulic brakes set the standard for control, especially at this price, and require virtually no maintenance under normal conditions. The tough GT All Terra wheels are wrapped in Continental Race King tires to afford a lightweight, fast-rolling package. Finally, All Terra cockpit parts give you durable control over the whole beast, without weighing it down like a beast.


The 2015 GT Karakoram Elite Complete Bike comes in the color White and in the sizes Small, Medium, and Large. GT's own Slim Flatline pedals are also included.


Details

  • 29-inch wheels
  • 6061 aluminum frame
  • 100mm RockShox XC28 fork
  • Shimano Deore drivetrain
  • Shimano Deore XT rear derailleur
  • Shimano hydraulic disc brakes
  • GT All Terra components
  • Continental Race King tires
  • Item #GTE000B
Frame Material
Hydroformed 6061 T6 Aluminum
Fork
Rock Shox XC28 TK
Front Travel
100 mm
Headset
FSA NO.10 1 1/8" Threadless, Zerostack
Shifters
Shimano Deore SL-M610
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore, FD-M610
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore XT Shadow Plus, RD-M786
Crankset
Shimano Deore, FC-M610, 42/32/24t
Bottom Bracket
Shimano
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG50-10, 11-36t, 10-Speed
Rotors
160 mm
Handlebar
All Terra Riser, Butted
Handlebar Rise
15 mm
Handlebar Width
710 mm
Grips
GT Statement
Stem
All Terra 1 1/8" Threadless
Saddle
All Terra Colorado
Seatpost
All Terra Alloy Micro-Adjust, 30.9mm
Seat Collar
All Terra Alloy QR
Hubs
All Terra Alloy Disc, W/ Quick Release, Center Lock
Tires
Continental Race King 29X2.20"
Tire Size
29 in x 2.2 in
Recommended Use
cross country, trail
Manufacturer Warranty
lifetime on frame

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