Marathon Carbon Expert
There are a lot of features the first-time racer looks for. For one, plush rear 100mm travel that doesn't rob your legs of pedaling efficiency. For another, light weight so you can conserve energy, and of course, long-haul durability so you can make it to the finish line.
Specifications
Geometry
Features
- Force Optimized Construction provides you GT's lightest full suspension carbon frame, specifically designed to stand up to the rigors of training and racing; from the World Cup to your local singletrack
- 100mm of rear wheel travel via the custom-tuned Fox Float RP2 helps take the edge off anything the trail throws at you.
- Shimano SLX drivetrain is as dependable as it is sensible.
- Mavic Crossride wheelset treats roots like little ripples
Select a different model:
- Freeride/DH
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We’ve revolutionized the category by engineering the hardest hitting, smoothest riding DH bike in the business. The Fury™ is 10x stronger than its aluminum counterparts so you can point the front end towards the finish line and pin it.
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- All Mountain
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All Mountain
2010 Force Carbon Pro 2010 Force Carbon Expert 2010 Force Carbon Sport 2010 Force 1.0 2010 Force 2.0 (SRAM) 2010 Force 3.0 2010 Sanction 1.0 2010 Sanction 2.0Bike Comparison for Mountain/All Mountain BicyclesRugged downhill sections and leg-busting climbs are no problem on GT’s all mountain rigs. The robust frames and generous 150mm of travel take the big hits, yet light weight and a burly spec mean that what goes down is still ultra-efficient on the way back up.
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- Trail/Marathon
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Trail/Marathon
2010 Marathon Carbon Team 2010 Marathon Carbon Team (SRAM) 2010 Marathon Carbon Pro 2010 Marathon Carbon Expert 2010 Sensor 1.0 2010 Sensor 2.0 2010 Sensor 3.0Bike Comparison for Mountain/Trail/Marathon BicyclesWhen the 24-hour race hits the graveyard shift, certain things become an absolute necessity. You need plush rear travel, light weight and durability in order to make it to the finish line. Didn’t pack these features? Don’t worry, GT does.
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- Race XC
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Race XC
2010 Zaskar Carbon Team XX 2010 Zaskar Carbon Team 2010 Zaskar Carbon Pro 2010 Zaskar Carbon Expert 2010 Zaskar Pro 2010 Zaskar Expert 2010 Zaskar Elite 2010 Zaskar 9r ExpertBike Comparison for Mountain/Race XC BicyclesLight, lively and fast-as-hell, GT’s Race XC bikes are all about speed. And nimble handling. And rocket-like acceleration. And durability. Let’s rephrase that. GT race bikes are all about winning. It is no surprise that the 2008 U23 World Cup Champion topped the podium on a GT Zaskar.
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- Recreational XC
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Recreational XC
2010 Avalanche Expert 2010 GTw Avalanche Expert 2010 Avalanche 1.0 Disc 2010 GTw Avalanche 1.0 Disc 2010 Avalanche 2.0 Disc 2010 Avalanche 3.0 Disc 2010 GTw Avalanche 3.0 2010 Avalanche 1.0 2010 Avalanche 2.0 2010 Avalanche 3.0 2010 Outpost Disc 2010 Outpost 2010 Aggressor 2010 Laguna Women'sBike Comparison for Mountain/Recreational XC BicyclesGT bikes are as hungry for weekend dirt as you are, with light and strong aluminum frames and plenty of bump-taming front suspension. Twist your way through rooted trails or unwind on epic singletrack, and you’ll forget all about what’s waiting for you on Monday morning.
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- Dirt Jump
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Dirt Jump
2010 Ruckus UF 2010 Ruckus SX 2010 Ruckus UF 24 2010 Chucker 1.0 2010 Chucker 2.0 2010 Chucker 3.0 2010 Chucker 24 2010 Chucker 20Bike Comparison for Mountain/Dirt Jump BicyclesIf it’s easy, then it’s not really worth doing. So we design our dirt jump bikes to push past the limits of human comfort (and sensibility) with the toughest tubesets, beefiest forks and park-proven components. If only your body was built this strong.
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