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GT GTR Series Road/Racing Bike Review

Choose your weapon! GT may have gotten its start in BMX racing but their road bikes are criminally fast too. The "GTR Series" bikes are called entry level racing bikes, by GT, which really means that they cost a lot less than their top of the line racers. Based on the GT bikes that I've reviewed, all of their bike lines are high quality so you can save some money on this "series".

The 2010 GTR Series bikes come in four price/component levels (see the model comparisons below) all of which are designed with aluminum frames, carbon forks, quality shimano derailers and break levers and a cool look.

GT (started by Gary Turner in the early 1970s) has five overall road bike models available for 2010 and the GT Series models (reasonable priced aluminum frame, carbon fork racing bikes) have the most price/component levels.

Depending on where you live, it may be hard to find all of the different Series models, to review, at bike shops but you can usually find a good selection of these bikes online (although not all online merchants will carry all of the Series levels).

GT GTR Series Features at a Glance: The 2010 GT GTR Series bikes have aluminum alloy frames, carbon forks, all Shimano derailers and shifters (see specific model for types), a selection of colors for each model and 700x23c tires.

As of 8/1/2010 the 2010 GT GTR Series 4 is on sale and selling for $699 (new) at Performance Bike with free shipping options. See 2010 GT Series 4 at Performancefor the latest price and customer reviews. 

Also see GT Road Bikes at REI for another good selection of GT Series bikes. 

Note: GT bikes can be ordered online but must be delivered for store pickup.

GT GTR Series Model Comparisons:

The 2010 GT Series bikes have 4 price/component levels. The prices go down as the level goes up so the GT Series 1 is the most expensive and the GT Series 4 is the least expensive. The differences with the Series bikes are primarily with the derailers, shifters and components.

See the Performance Bike links or the REI bike links (above) for their automated comparison feature to see the specific details.

About-Bicycles Review:

The GT Series road bikes are great ("entry level") aluminum and carbon road and racing bikes at excellent prices. They are light weight and the high quality components work well.

I was actually looking for some negative comments in the online reviews and could not find any relevant "Cons" on this bike. It is rated highly by customers and few have any complaints.

Definitely a good selection for an entry level or recreational level racing bike.

GT GTR Series 4 Features:

• Frame: New GTR compact design with smooth welded Hydrofomed Kinesis 6061 butted tubing
  
• Fork: GT Carbon with 1 1/8" threadless alloy steerer
  
• Crankset / Chainwheel: FSA Vero Compact 50/39
  
• Bottom Bracket: Sealed Cartridge
  
• Pedals: Low Profile Nylon w/ Toe Clips
  
• Front Derailleur: Shimano Compact
  
• Rear Derailleur: Shimano Sora
  
• Shifters: Shimano STI 8 spd
  
• Chain: 8spd Shimano Comp.
  
• Rims: Alex R500., black anodized with silver sidewalls
  
• Front Hub: Formula sealed
  
• Rear Hub: Formula sealed casette
  
• Cog set: Shimano HG-50 8 spd 12-25
  
• Spokes: 15g stainless steel
  
• Nipples: Brass CPT
  
• Tires: Vittoria Zaffiro 700 x 23 C
  
• Front Brake: Dual pivot
  
• Rear Brake: Dual pivot
  
• Brake Levers: Shimano integrated
  
• Handlebar: GT 6061 alloy, black anodized
  
• Stem: Ritchey Comp , 3-d forged
  
• Headset: TH sealed bearing
  
• Grips: Black Cork
  
• Saddle: SR Seta with two tone cover
  
• Seat Post: alloy
  
• Seat Clamp: Cold Forged with Nickel finish
  
  

See the Performance Bike or REI links (above) for specifications on the other Series 4 models.

More helpful online bike sales resources:

See Best Buy Bikes Online - for the latest sales and deals on quality brand names bikes for sale online.

Most popular bike brands in US - WIth so many bicycle manufacturers, bicycle types and popular brand names sold in the US, that it can be difficult to find a comprehensive summary of the top 20 bike most popular bike brands.

See Online Bike Stores - for a complete listing of where to purchase the most popular brands for all bike types online.

Recommended Road Bike Brands and Online Bike Sites

** REI.com - Cycling has a great selection of Cannondale, Scott, Electra, Raleigh, and Novara brand Road Bikes that you can buy online. Some REI brand road bikes (like cannondale) must be delivered to an REI store but the brands that can be delivered directly to your home come with only minor assembly required.

See * Road Bikes at Performance for a nice selection of road bikes for sale online including Fuji, Schwinn, Scattante, Mongoose, GT, Focus and SE Racing brand bikes. Bikes can be delivered to your home or to a Performance store for FREE shipping.

See Bikes at Wal-Mart for a good selection of road and comfort bikes at very low prices. Walmart offers Schwinn, Kent, Mongoose, and Huffy brand road bikes for sale online.