Zaskar Carbon Team

GT's iconic no-compromise racing hardtail. From DH to XC and everything in between, Zaskar is the only platform to win at all disciplines of mountain biking. When looking for the ultimate in a racing hardtail, look to the Zaskar Carbon Team to get you to the finish faster than anyone else.

Specifications Geometry Features
  • Frame:
    GT design, force optimized, full monocoque carbon frame with replaceable der hanger
  • Fork:
    FOX 32 RL with 100mm of travel, rebound adjust and remote lock out
  • Crankset / Chainwheel:
    Shimano XTR, 2 piece design, 22, 32, 44
  • Bottom Bracket:
    Shimano XTR outboard oversize bearings
  • Front Derailleur:
    Shimano XTR
  • Rear Derailleur:
    Shimano XTR Shadow with Carbon pulley cage
  • Shifters:
    Shimano XTR nine speed
  • Chain:
    Shimano 9 speed
  • Rims:
    Mavic SLR Disc for Centerlock, with SUP welded Maxtal ISM rim, 24 Alloy Zicral spokes fnt and rr with alum nipples, 1502 grams / pair
  • Front Hub:
    Mavic SL Disc for Centerlock
  • Rear Hub:
    Mavic SL Disc for Centerlock
  • Cog set:
    Shimano XTR Nine speed index cassette 11-32
  • Spokes:
    Mavic Alloy Zicral spokes
  • Nipples:
    Mavic M7 alloy
  • Tires:
    Front: 26"x 2.0 Kenda Karma 120 TPI with kevlar bead, Rear: same only 2.1
  • Front Brake:
    XTR Centerlock Disc 160mm rotor
  • Rear Brake:
    XTR Centerlock Disc 140mm rotor
  • Brake Levers:
    XTR seperate Hydraulic
  • Handlebar:
    Ritchey Carbon WCS Flat with 31.8 mm clamping area.
  • Stem:
    Ritchey 4 Axis MTB stem with CNC machining and 4 bolt face plate
  • Headset:
    FSA Integrated, sealed angular contact bearing
  • Grips:
    GT Lock Down
  • Saddle:
    FIZIK Gobi XM with Manganese Rails
  • Seat Post:
    Thompson Elite
  • Seat Clamp:
    GT Alum QR
  • Trail/Marathon
    • Trail/Marathon

      Bike Comparison for Mountain/Trail/Marathon Bicycles
      When 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.
  • Race XC
    • Race XC

      Bike Comparison for Mountain/Race XC Bicycles
      Light, 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.
  • Recreational XC
    • Recreational XC

      Bike Comparison for Mountain/Recreational XC Bicycles
      GT 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.
  • Dirt Jump
    • Dirt Jump

      Bike Comparison for Mountain/Dirt Jump Bicycles
      If 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.