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GT Karakoram 2.0 29er Hardtail
Product DescriptionYou don't need to be a pro to be able to appreciate the advantages of 29-inch-wheeled trail bike. Thanks to the Karakoram, you don't need to be wealthy either. With an SPF? Aluminum frame similar to that of the Zaskar, and trail proven components, it's ready to earn its wings as the latest addition to the GT Endurance family.
User Reviews
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COREY Date Reviewed: April 19, 2013 Strengths: FRAME, FORK, COMPONENTS AND PRICE!!!!!!!!!! Weaknesses: TIRES ARE THIN, AND BRAKES SQUEAK A BIT(BUT THEY ALL DO!!), SAW SOMEONE SAID RUBBER GROMMETS FOR BOTTLE HOLDER HOLES (MINE WAS POLISHED STAINLESS! DFINETLEY NOT A WEAKNESS LOL ) Bottom Line: 
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inspector Date Reviewed: February 16, 2013 Strengths: it's a 29'er. it's my 1st 29'er and i'm pretty happy with the purchase. it is faster than my 26'ers and more responsive. the suspension is very impressive. the shifting is responsive. the color scheme is very good. Weaknesses: the bike is a bit heavy (32 pounds)......it's a hard ride on the rear side...the seat post would not set properly...stock pedals were cheap and would not accommodate straps...rubber plugs on the water bottle inserts... Bottom Line:
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Steven Smith
a Weekend Warrior Date Reviewed: November 5, 2012 Strengths: A wonderful bike with value added componets and frame. Works as well,if not better than my friends 1500 dollar bike. Smooth shifting and easy to ride. Looks great also!! My first Mt bike in 20 years and I am very happy with it overall!!! Weaknesses: Slight more heavy, but moot point for a big guy like me! Bottom Line: 
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ultramonkey
a All Mountain Rider Date Reviewed: November 3, 2012 Strengths: * Price of course. * Relatively light bike. Mine(2012 L) came in at 31.2 pounds using combo(rider+bike) weight trick. * Decent componentry for the price. I have ridden about 20 miles on it and the shifts are on the mark. I mainly use the front derailuer. I have a spare XT front derailleur that I might install if I run into problems. I am 5'11 and the large fits me well. Weaknesses: * Handle bar was too long * Shock could be better. Entry level Rock Shox (28TK). Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Duration Product Used: 20 miles so far Price Paid: $650.00 Purchased At: REI Similar Products Used: 2009 Giant Trance X2 w/ 2.35 Tubeless, XTR front derail 28lbs (alt) Motobecane Fantom Elite 26er HT (10-11) Schwinn Mesa HT (01-10) Bike Setup: Tubeless on Alex 24TD and Maxxis tires. 31.2 LBS
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Ron Date Reviewed: September 15, 2012 Strengths: Geometry Overall comfort Overall components Weaknesses: Pedals Little heavy Bottom Line:
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inkfloyd305
a Weekend Warrior
from miami fl Date Reviewed: October 27, 2011 Strengths: I'm coming from a 2005 giant Yukon so this bike was a welcomed improvement. Not only did the 29 let me roll over small cars but the climbs became effortless. Aside from the occasional ghost shifting its pretty solid. Stretched length provides confidence on steep downhill drops including steps, I was even able to climbs shallow steps going up Weaknesses: Crappy alivio derauilers make me want to brake them with a hammer when they jump under strain, tektro aquila brakes are mediocre at best cable got stuck in the sleeve on the rear, Alex td24 rims won't take too much abuse if you are over three hundred lbs as I am Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: oleta river mtb trails, north miami beach Duration Product Used: 3 months Price Paid: $550.00 Purchased At: bike masters miami,f
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CM1
a Weekend Warrior
from Florida Date Reviewed: September 8, 2011 Strengths: Light, Entry level 29 for the price, great buy! Weaknesses: Fork is not top of the line, 2nd ride was ghost shifting, took back to LBS and they found bad chain, replaced under warrenty, 1 week into ride still need to make minor adjustments to shifters. rear brake weak, but prob adjustment needed. some movement of the shifters was needed to make more comfortable to place hands while riding Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: SANTOS Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month Price Paid: $800.00 Similar Products Used: GIANT WARP 2.0 Bike Setup: Stock set-up
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GTuck
a Weekend Warrior
from Livonia, MI Date Reviewed: August 24, 2011 Strengths: Great entry level 29er, the price. Fork has lockdown for long pavement rides. I think the fork handles well, and the bike is very fun to use. Weaknesses: Kind of heavy, not super high end components. Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: Island Lake Duration Product Used: 3 months Price Paid: $550.00 Purchased At: Performance Bike Similar Products Used: 10 year old Giant rigid. Bike Setup: Stock.
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