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Submitted by
gforcegixxer
a Weekend Warrior
from honolulu hawaii
Date Reviewed: July 12, 2009 | | Favorite Trail: | saint louis | | Duration Product Used: | More than 3 years | | Price Paid: |
$3300.00 | | Purchased At: | the bike shop pearl | | Strengths: | the bike is very light accelerates fast and is very nimble around turns like single track | | Weaknesses: | the problem with the zaskar is that you cant get um two for one lol i'm not really complaining it's worth every penny | | Similar Products Used: | there were none that rode as well as this bike | | Bike Setup: | 1995 blue le manitou 3 fork xtr cranks deraillers and controls srp titanium cassette ringle hubs and chris king headset | | Bottom Line: | back in 94 i had this bike everywhere i went and rode it everyday during te weekdays on the streets and weekends offroads. imade a mistake when i got into downhill i sold it and has a disco volante made which was also a good choce of bike for the purpose but when the mountain bike downhill tour stopped coming to hawaii i lost intrest and sold the karpiel and wished i still had my zaskar, well 10 years later my neibor said that his cousin had one of those bikes and wanted to sell it so i took a look at it and foundout its my old zaskar needles to say i went to the bank machine and is now looking for retro parts for it and will keep it until i die | Value Rating: Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
munkey
a Weekend Warrior
from Wisconsin
Date Reviewed: June 5, 2009 | | Favorite Trail: | Peak District | | Duration Product Used: | More than 3 years | | Price Paid: |
$400.00 | | Purchased At: | Leisure Lakes, Prest | | Strengths: | This frame is still my favorite mountain bike that I have ridden because it can be made to do anything. Currently have it setup as a softer freeride bike and it has never let me down even after 10+ years. | | Weaknesses: | GT don't make bikes of this quality anymore! | | Similar Products Used: | Lots of different bikes when I worked in a bike shop | | Bike Setup: | Zaskar frame, original Marazocchi Bomber Z1 forks, Hope disc brakes and wheels, XTR groupset and Ti Selle saddle | | Bottom Line: | If you see one of these bikes used, just buy it! | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
pedal_pushin_red_ed
a Cross Country Rider
from manchester, uk
Date Reviewed: March 30, 2009 | | Favorite Trail: | anywhere | | Duration Product Used: | More than 3 years | | Price Paid: |
$500.00 | | Purchased At: | 2nd hand | | Strengths: | lightweight, solid, stupidly fast. can be downhill beast or, with a change of tyres..road bike, xc...anything! | | Weaknesses: | nowt | | Similar Products Used: | specialized stumpy..kona caldera..giant carbon composite xtc | | Bike Setup: | xt hollowtech crank,xtr rear mech, xt v-brakes, mavis xc 717 rims, shimano xt hubs | | Bottom Line: | Bombproof! so adaptable to any terrain it's silly! 12 year old zaskar le was bought 2nd hand without decals as a town-commute bike, but since i've had it my other two bikes have been ebayed away as neither could cut it against the zaskar. even the carbon composite i had weighed more and was sluggish in comparison.
Absolutely Love this bike! | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
GCRad1
a Weekend Warrior
from Costa Mesa, California, USA, EARTH
Date Reviewed: July 11, 2008 | | Favorite Trail: | Fullerton Loop | | Duration Product Used: | More than 3 years | | Purchased At: | Sea Schwinn - Bristo | | Strengths: | Strength itself - it has withstood years of abuse.
Great frame/bike for any level of rider as it will deliver at any level of rider capability. As you start, advance and collect skills the bike itself will just become an extension of yourself. Every time get back on the bike after being off for a while, it's still the same bike - a great bike! | | Weaknesses: | ME! I can not pass any judgment of weakness about this bike as it has been great! It is the California made Zaskar so I think it is stronger than the overseas made Zaskar's. | | Similar Products Used: | GT Karakorum K2
REDLINE PL-20
REDLINE PL-24
I don't ride other bikes or even worry about what is the newest and the latest - I just peddle. | | Bike Setup: | Tioga DH bars / Tioga DH Stem / Shimano DX Pedals / WTB Seat It's just a a BMX bike with gears!
I have 1.40 Michelin slicks for commuting.
knobbies for dirt. | | Bottom Line: | SOLID BIKE! I grew up in the BMX scene and when I started MTB'in around 1986, Redline did not have a great MTB and GT did. I wanted something that I could relate to as I knew the strength of these companies and had no idea of what was going on in the behind the scenes of what was being developed in the MTB-NorCal founding roots. I knew the GT name and that is what I went with PLUS GT [Gary Tuner] lived in Alabama, I am from Alabama... It's all about having some type of association with your bike...
My GT Zaskar is now a classic as GT has re-issued a limited edition Zaskar again! [2008] I guess I should put all the XTR components that I still have brand new in the pack - never used!
Make sure you buy the Klunkers DVD! HISTORY!!!
Long live The Bike Beat!!!
When I go full suspension, there is only one choice for me:
CHUMBA! | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
glenn spearing
a Cross Country Rider
from Loughton Essex England
Date Reviewed: March 16, 2008 | | Favorite Trail: | Epping Forest | | Duration Product Used: | More than 3 years | | Purchased At: | Bicycle Magic, London | | Strengths: | Durability, strength,good looks, climbs superb and proper xc geometry. | | Weaknesses: | A bit on the stiff side, but its ally and a built to last race bike, what d'ya expect? | | Similar Products Used: | Been thrashing round on this thing since 94!! yes thats 14 years. So memories of other bikes are so hazy they're not worth mentioning. Mind you, friends full sussers feel awful. | | Bike Setup: | All sorts over the years, but currently a mix of xt, xtr, mavic, easton and 'zocchi forks (the old frames only like 80mm travel) running it as singlespeed at mo' | | Bottom Line: | Had this bike or should i say frame for so long it feels like a memmber of the family (1994). Mega tough ( I weigh 105kg) still rides a treat, can still hold its head high on singletrack against modern tackle. A true classic. Superb. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
John Firth
a Cross Country Rider
from Holmfirth, England
Date Reviewed: October 17, 2007 | | Favorite Trail: | Holme Valley, Yorkshire | | Duration Product Used: | 3 months | | Price Paid: |
$1000.00 | | Purchased At: | ebay.uk | | Strengths: | I bought my 1993 (that's right! USA built) Zaskar LE second hand only a few months ago and I am blown away by how well it climbs. It is so agile and my riding has definitely improved as a result of having this bike. It descends beautifully too, with razor sharp handling as long as you don't mind the kick in the pants the really super stiff ally frame can give you on really rocky stuff. Looks cool too in the original anodized purple (which sounds odd, until you see it). | | Weaknesses: | Haven't found one yet. For a second hand 14 year old frame it is immaculate. No creaks or cracks or bends anywhere. Bomb proof! | | Similar Products Used: | My original 1997 GT Timberline. Triple triangles rule!
Also my wife's Marin Bear Valley SE (has to be said another US classic) | | Bike Setup: | Race Face Evolve XC cranks, XT groupset with Sram chain, Mavic XM117 rims with disc hubs, Shimano XT discs front and back (needs an adaptor on the rear but works just fine), Rock Shox SID Race fork, carbon fibre riser bar, Easton EA50 stem, Cane Creek headset, Shimano DX636 clipless pedals, Panaracer Fire XC Pro tyres. | | Bottom Line: | I've wanted a Zaskar ever since I got my first GT 10 years ago and boy it was worth the wait. Contemplated a full susser but absolutely no need now, the Zaskar LE can do it all, and in most cases better! The best £500GBP I ever spent. If you want a strong but lightweight XC bike that'll outclimb anything and still stay in front going downhill too you must consider a Zaskar, (especially when the new US built ones arrive.) | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Andy
a Racer
from Little Hill, CA, USA
Date Reviewed: December 18, 2006 | | Favorite Trail: | B-17 | | Duration Product Used: | 3 months | | Price Paid: |
$200.00 | | Purchased At: | do much craigslisting | | Strengths: | Light, stiff, aggro geometry...unique | | Weaknesses: | old as hell so......no disc mounts, company went belly-up besides that, nothing! | | Similar Products Used: | '06 stumpy HT, '06 Yeti ARC, '97 Bonty Ti-Lite | | Bike Setup: | (1996) GT zaskar, skareb, full exx.tee.arr | | Bottom Line: | if you can get your hands on a pre-2000 frame (pre-pacific bike co.)...DO IT!! The geometry has yet to be matched by a modern hardtail for the weight (i'm feathering the scales at 24lbs flat) I race, too, and the bike will outclimb all the carbon epics, full suspensions, and all the pricier hardtails...gem of a frame!! | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
josh emmons
a Cross Country Rider
from castlerock co.USA
Date Reviewed: July 4, 2006 | | Favorite Trail: | Any thing that goes bump | | Duration Product Used: | 1 Year | | Purchased At: | $1999 | | Strengths: | It is a great climber, ultra stiff, super light. | | Weaknesses: | None | | Similar Products Used: | None | | Bike Setup: | Thompson stem & seatpost, dean ti handlebar, sram chain & deraller. Race face cranks. | | Bottom Line: | It climbs so well that it feels like there are rockets on it, I love this bike so much. I REALLY love it. Its worth paying for it! | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Ryan
a
from Denver, co
Date Reviewed: May 13, 2006 | | Duration Product Used: | 3 months | | Price Paid: |
$300.00 | | Strengths: | Super light, super fast, unbelievably responsive. Upgrading to this made me feel like I left the stone age. | | Weaknesses: | No disc mounts, squeak where the aluminum frame mets steel. | | Bike Setup: | XTR everything, Rockshox Sid fork, Mavic rims, tubeless Hutchinson tires. | | Bottom Line: | If you're moving up a notch from weekend warrior to suicidal, let's lose as much skin as possible riding, this is the bike. Light as a feather for climbing yet unbelievably strong. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Jamison
a Cross Country Rider
from Pittsburgh, PA
Date Reviewed: April 18, 2006 | | Favorite Trail: | Anywhere in the steel city... | | Duration Product Used: | More than 3 years | | Price Paid: |
$700.00 | | Purchased At: | Dirty Harry's-Verona PA | | Strengths: | Perfect geometry for singletrack. Stiff build, long and lean, scary FAST and light but bombproof. Climbs like a mountain goat and takes technical singletrack/downhills like a dream(for a hardtail). Great classic frame to combine with current components. Beautiful bare aluminum frame with tough handmade welds. Looks MEAN. All your friends will want one! | | Weaknesses: | Dangerously fast. Creates jealousy in other riders. Can blind others from shiny bare aluminum relections flashing past in midday sun. Wish it had a rear disc mount. | | Similar Products Used: | Dean Colonel (SS).
| | Bike Setup: | Original bare aluminum frame, Duke XC fork, Magura Hydralic Brakes, Suntour XC Expert Thumb shift (thats right), Sun rims w/ Ringle hubs, all else Shimano XT & XTR. NO DECALS of course. | | Bottom Line: | Had this Zaskar LE since 95 and upgraded countless times over the years. Held up to all abuse, wrecks and trail types. Great frame for hardtail XC racing. Has beautiful handbuild welds all bare aluminum frame and gets LOTS of compliments. Get one while their still around. If you want a longer, aluminum frame get one of these. You wont be dissapointed. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Jamison
a Cross Country Rider
from Pittsburgh, PA
Date Reviewed: April 18, 2006 | | Favorite Trail: | Anywhere in the steel city... | | Duration Product Used: | More than 3 years | | Price Paid: |
$700.00 | | Purchased At: | Dirty Harry's-Verona PA | | Strengths: | Perfect geometry for singletrack. Stiff build, long and lean, scary FAST and light but bombproof. Climbs like a mountain goat and takes technical singletrack/downhills like a dream(for a hardtail). Great classic frame to combine with current components. Beautiful bare aluminum frame with tough handmade welds. Looks MEAN. All your friends will want one! | | Weaknesses: | Dangerously fast. Creates jealousy in other riders. Can blind others from shiny bare aluminum relections flashing past in midday sun. Wish it had a rear disc mount. | | Similar Products Used: | Dean Colonel (SS).
| | Bike Setup: | Original bare aluminum frame, Duke XC fork, Magura Hydralic Brakes, Suntour XC Expert Thumb shift (thats right), Sun rims w/ Ringle hubs, all else Shimano XT & XTR. NO DECALS of course. | | Bottom Line: | Had this Zaskar LE since 95 and upgraded countless times over the years. Held up to all abuse, wrecks and trail types. Great frame for hardtail XC racing. Has beautiful handbuild welds all bare aluminum frame and gets LOTS of compliments. Get one while their still around. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Andy
a Racer
from Marin, CA, USA
Date Reviewed: March 10, 2006 | | Favorite Trail: | Serpentine, Tamarancho | | Duration Product Used: | 3 months | | Price Paid: |
$700.00 | | Purchased At: | craigslist(frame) ebay(comps) | | Strengths: | STIFF! weighs in under 24 lbs, climbs like a beast, and descends right where you tell it to, thanks to the mellower steerer tube. Triple triangle really does held keep the back tire glued in the sketchy climbs. | | Weaknesses: | goofy design with the rear brake bosses...and no disc mounts. In a later life I would run it with a 100/120....the skareb 80 is realllll fast, but doesn't quite eat the big stuff w/ such a stiff frame. | | Similar Products Used: | OLLLD GT timberline CroMo, Spec. Hardrock, RMB element 30, SC Blur 4x...nothing compares though. | | Bike Setup: | FULL XTR, Manitou Skareb 80, Michelin Hot S (can't recommend these tires!) XT crankset w/20ttgranny....not like you need it, the bike is quite the featherweight. | | Bottom Line: | Beats every other bike i've raced. holds pace with the duallys on the sketchy descents, and will climb forever. Snappy in the turns...but stay away from the Hot S's....they suck major. Anyone who dreams of the feel of a CroMo, but the climbability of a Ti r Carbon....here is the (somewhat aged) best of both worlds. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Nick Bradbury
a Cross Country Rider
from Morton, PA USA
Date Reviewed: December 13, 2005 | | Favorite Trail: | Springfield | | Duration Product Used: | 6 months | | Price Paid: |
$450.00 | | Purchased At: | eBay | | Strengths: | I bought this off of eBay--the bike was virtually unridden even though it's a 19" 1997 model. So, it's like riding it new. It's superlight--well under 25 pounds, and has great geometry. The geometry makes it really stiff and responsive, and the lightness gets it over all sorts of logs and obstacles no problem. The paint job (frost red) looks great, and the welds are thick on oversized tubing--it feels very strong. I'm on a budget, and want top-of-the-line without having to pay for it. I'll ride this hardtail forever! For what I paid, its components are unbeatable. Triple Triangle frame design is very good--I like it more than I thought I would. | | Weaknesses: | Original Judy XC Fork is now outdated--but it's strong and that's what matters most to me. I get chain suck once in a while. | | Similar Products Used: | 1992 Diamondback Ascent (now vintage) | | Bike Setup: | XT levers, brakes, and shifters, XT crank, chain, deraillers, 8-gear cassette. Kore Stem on Ahead headset, Azonic bar. Actually has nice visual appeal. I added barends, which seems right for the bike. Also, an Odyssey brake booster on the rear. Clipless pedals. Mavic 217 SUP rims on GT original hubs. I like the look of the hubs. I cut and wrapped an innertube around the right chainstay before I ever even rode it, but I imagine I get chain slap. Maxxis Hard Drive Tires off Ebay--work great, keep me right on track. | | Bottom Line: | If you want an AWESOME hardtail and don't want to shell out too much, look for one of these. You can buy it for cheap and it's a great ride! My wife says it looks great, and I agree.
I will upgrade the fork someday, but not until it breaks, which doesn't feel like it's gonna be anytime soon.
With a bike this old, you probably won't find one in such pristine shape, so pay attention to the components and how old they are--as long as your frame's welds hold, the components are gonna matter a whole lot more to you than the frame. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
marty mcbates
a Weekend Warrior
from manchester, england
Date Reviewed: February 23, 2005 | | Duration Product Used: | More than 3 years | | Price Paid: |
$500.00 | | Purchased At: | a bike shop | | Strengths: | It is a legend. Strong, light, stiff... and a schoolboy dream bike! | | Weaknesses: | err... the geometry is a bit lame- looking... WHY did I buy an 18"??? Very long... would go for a 17" Kona hardtail now for looks alone. Still, I own the bike I used to dream of owning... | | Similar Products Used: | Cheapo Kona | | Bike Setup: | Old Marzocchi Bomber Z3s, mostly XT/ LX (I built it from frame up... | | Bottom Line: | Wouldnt buy one now, but a legend and a classic. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Austin Buehler
a Racer
from Newcastle WY
Date Reviewed: December 10, 2003 | | Favorite Trail: | Centenial trail | | Duration Product Used: | More than 3 years | | Price Paid: |
$150.00 | | Purchased At: | mtbr.com | | Strengths: | This is the greatest bike I have ever ridden, purchased, or raced it is way stiff and it climbs like nothing and decends like a rock. It's a little stiff but I love that about it and if you have it set up right it acually plays in your favor.
| | Weaknesses: | there is a new and better one coming out every year that I can't afford | | Similar Products Used: | many that I really don't think even come close to comparing to it | | Bike Setup: | SID XC, full XT, cane creek thudbuster, mavic 517 on a XTR hub on rear and a sun ryno lite on a XT disk hub up front | | Bottom Line: | Have not yet to this day found a better bike and can't see it happening anytime soon. I've had mine for about 4 and a half years adn wouldn't ever go back.
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Submitted by
ian
a Cross Country Rider
from greenville, sc
Date Reviewed: October 17, 2003 | | Favorite Trail: | issaqueena, clemson, sc | | Duration Product Used: | More than 3 years | | Price Paid: |
$375.00 | | Purchased At: | cambria bike | | Strengths: | stiff, stiff, stiff. | | Weaknesses: | stiff, stiff, stiff. not the quickest handler...a little long. | | Similar Products Used: | numerous frames (i've worked at a couple of shops) | | Bike Setup: | xt/xtr, marzocchi z3 light, cane creek WAM wheelset, chris king headset, time ATAC's | | Bottom Line: | she's been my baby for 4 years now and she's never done me wrong...a great frame. as i've gotten out of the racing scene, i've realized that the stiffness may not be my favorite thing, but it is very stiff. that can be good or bad, depending on what you want to get out of it. cheers. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
sam aguirre
a Racer
from pasdaena
Date Reviewed: November 1, 2002 | | Favorite Trail: | san juan and chatworth | | Duration Product Used: | More than 3 years | | Price Paid: |
$300.00 | | Purchased At: | wheel world | | Strengths: | this bike likes to play many roles jumping wheeling climbing worls very well for freeriding or hard xc use i love my gt's had to tell my girl its for her but it aint hahah just an excuse so i can have 2 | | Weaknesses: | people hating you cause they cant keep up and there bike doesnt look as tough also so good oyu want to buy 2 like i did one for xc and the other for freeriding | | Similar Products Used: | stumpjumper m2 stumpjumper m4 gt i drive 1500xcr bianci superbee | | Bike Setup: | rock shox pyslo sl with xt everything and xtr brakes gt hubs with mavic 618's michelin hot s tires are great | | Bottom Line: | 99 frame ball burnished size 14.5 ive broke whel,andlebars shocks seatpost but never heard a sqeek out of the frame this frame is the shhhh.ive bought a white one the same size for my girlfriend.the kids on my block have big dirt jumbs and i hit them like no thing i call my bike stiffy(ehehe).i onlt weight 135 pds but i still break alot of things.other bikes i have are the stumjumper m2 which i boiught a year after the gt and cracked it in 2 places so i got the m4 its okay but no gt i gotten pissed and threw my bike down stairs bike still like new i love my gt's | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
wozzy g
a Cross Country Rider
from scotland
Date Reviewed: July 12, 2002 | | Favorite Trail: | kennoway den | | Duration Product Used: | 6 months | | Price Paid: |
$200.00 | | Purchased At: | ebay | | Strengths: | read all of the above this frame rules it feels like it will climb anything and very easy to handle tech stuff | | Weaknesses: | none beside the bottom pull cable get a lot on them beside that noting | | Similar Products Used: | cannondale delta v 700 barracoda full sup waste of money | | Bike Setup: | xt xtr set yp judy sl and rock shox post and other trick bits | | Bottom Line: | get the usa made ones keep away from japan models very good welds and good feel frame | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Harold
a Cross Country Rider
from Denver, CO, USA
Date Reviewed: May 5, 2002 | | Duration Product Used: | More than 3 years | | Price Paid: |
$500.00 | | Strengths: | With the proper upgrades, this 1994 frame is absolutely Bomb Proof! | | Weaknesses: | None detected. | | Similar Products Used: | Tested numerous comparable hardtails but found no match to this beast. | | Bike Setup: | 1994 frame with XTR/XT componentry. | | Bottom Line: | Since buying it used from a friend that decided to "upgrade" to a Clark Kent (a move since horribly regretted), I've logged countless miles on this bike from the Rocky's to Moab's Poison Spider and it has never let me down! With regular maintenance the Zaskar will provide years of fun and loyal service! | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
John Bertolino
a Cross Country Rider
from Meredith,New Hampshire,(U.S.A.)
Date Reviewed: April 20, 2002 | | Favorite Trail: | Bear Brook | | Duration Product Used: | 3 months | | Price Paid: |
$900.00 | | Purchased At: | Private sale | | Strengths: | the weight of the bike is unmatched and the ablity at which this bike takes accents and decsent is unmatched as well | | Weaknesses: | haven't really found any yet. | | Similar Products Used: | is there any other? | | Bike Setup: | some up grades rocshock sid xc front shock, titainum spokes with carbon fiber rims and mosscettoe tires by hutchinson | | Bottom Line: | All i can say is WOW what a bike, i have ridden this puppy pretty hard and the bike keeps giving and giving. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Melissa
a Weekend Warrior
from Los Angeles, CA USA
Date Reviewed: July 23, 2001 | | Duration Product Used: | More than 3 years | | Price Paid: |
$2400.00 | | Strengths: | Keeps going and going... | | Weaknesses: | None so far | | Similar Products Used: | Tried lots, bought none... | | Bike Setup: | 22.5 lbs of aluminum, titanium and assorted materials -Mostly XTR, a couple XT components, V-brakes, Kore, Titec, Rapid fire, Syncros, Mavic | | Bottom Line: | It's a '95 frame that I bought in the Fall of '96. Since then I've upgraded or swapped lots of components. Today it weighs about 22.5 lbs. Several of my friends have swapped their hardtails for full suspension bikes in the past couple years. I just don't see the need. My Zaskar just keeps going and going...
I'm not small either (at 200 lbs)... I'm not buying the "only for smaller riders" comment from a previous reviewer.
I ride a little of everything.. street and beach bike paths to moderately technical offroad. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Eugene Lou
a Weekend Warrior
from Houston,TX, USA
Date Reviewed: June 27, 2001 | | Favorite Trail: | Ho Chi Minh | | Duration Product Used: | More than 3 years | | Price Paid: |
$1200.00 | | Purchased At: | Houston, TX | | Strengths: | I have had my Zaskar since 1994. I have beaten the sh*t out of it for years and it still polishes back up like new. I had a head-on collision with my friend - each diving into a ravine from opposite ends at full speed - his whole head-tube was ripped off (Stumpjumper M2 frame), broke his jaw, tore open my cheek and cracked my nose, bent my fork - but the Zaskar otherwise was unscathed!! I have been hit by cars, knocked unconscious for 2 hours, yet the bike lives on as new! I ride 3-5 days a week off-road and will probably never get rid of this bike. It doesn't matter how harsh the ride is or how much pounding it delivers, this is the bike I will ride until it breaks, and then I will just get another Zaskar. As tough as it is, it still weighs at just sub-24 lbs. | | Weaknesses: | Indestructible | | Similar Products Used: | many | | Bike Setup: | XT/XTR/crossland wheels/syncros stem and post | | Bottom Line: | Best thing I have ever bought - any category, save my Laborador Retriever. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Timothy(Poor Wheelies) Armatrading
a Downhiller
from Ethnic Rawdon
Date Reviewed: January 18, 2001 | | Favorite Trail: | My street with the asian kids | | Duration Product Used: | More than 3 years | | Price Paid: |
$1210.00 | | Purchased At: | Local Bric a Bric Store | | Strengths: | The 32lb frame is the strongest i've ever seen. | | Weaknesses: | £720 a bit steep for something that rides like a bedstead.Pink downhill bars are effeminate, ladies saddle too small for my butt, spongy brakes, too many gears(bring back Sturmey Archer).Complicated gear shift system, forks leak oil constantly. Had a ladies option GT Talula previously which was a much better bike at 10% of the cost - somebody please swap me for another Talula | | Similar Products Used: | SCOTT COMP RACING - TRIED, LOVED IT, COULDN,T AFFORD IT AFTER WASTING MONEY ON MY ZASKAR. | | Bike Setup: | STOCK LADIES OPTION ZASKAR | | Bottom Line: | 'THE BOTTOM LINE'. THAT'S EXACTLY WHERE THIS BIKE SHOULD BE PLACED IN THE OVERALL BIKE RANKING SYSTEM.SAVE YOUR MONEY FOR THE SCOTT COMP RACING.
OVERALL RATING 5 CHILLI PEPPERS FOR TEACHING YOU REGULAR BIKE MAINTENANCE, 1 SLICE OF CUCUMBER FOR IT'S ABILITY TO TRANSFORM YOU INTO THE STEVE PEAT OF TOMORROW. | Value Rating: Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Greg D
a Cross Country Rider
from Richmond, Va
Date Reviewed: June 16, 2000 | | Favorite Trail: | GW Forrest | | Duration Product Used: | 2 Years | | Strengths: | Great clibing bike, STIFF, light front end. FAST | | Weaknesses: | Poor wheel design. Cheap headset needed to be replaced. The frame cracked around top tube and seat post. | | Similar Products Used: | Klein Pulse Comp, StumpJumper, Cannondale 700-900 | | Bike Setup: | XT, Judy SL, Bontranger rise handlebars, Rock Shox seat post | | Bottom Line: | I wanted to add to my sevral month back. I just found a crack in my frame near the seat post and top tube meet. There was another bike in the shop with a crack in the identical spot.
GT covered the frame, no problem. I upgraded to the XCR 1000. My days of walking around with a stiff back are over. | Value Rating: Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Stephan
a Cross Country Rider
from Germany
Date Reviewed: May 28, 2000 | | Duration Product Used: | 2 Years | | Strengths: | The Zaskar is very strong and durable yet light. It climbs very well and descends just as good. It is very stylish, too. The Zaskar is definitely worth the money. I believe you won't find a better hardtail out there. | | Weaknesses: | none | | Similar Products Used: | Corractec Grizzly,Cannondale hardtail w/ headshok,Specialized Enduro | | Bike Setup: | stock 98 setup: XT w/ XTR reard., Kore parts, Mavic 517 rims, TIOGA tyres | | Bottom Line: | If you want to buy a hardtail, this one is for you. Never ridden anything better. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Bob Veit
a Cross Country Rider
from Rockaway, NJ
Date Reviewed: February 8, 2000 | | Favorite Trail: | Galens @ Jim Thorpe | | Duration Product Used: | 2 Years | | Strengths: | Excellent package, less then $2000 for a light weight, very durable frame and XT/XTR setup. No serious weaknesses. | | Weaknesses: | Standover height. Be careful in sizing a GT. I'm 6 ft. and had to go to a 16" frame to get the clearance I wanted. | | Similar Products Used: | GT Karakoram, GT Avalanche | | Bike Setup: | Full Xt/XTR, Easton Monkey Lite bar, Easton Carbon post, Michelin Wildgripper Comp. S tires, Mavic 517 Rims, Judy SL being upgraded to a SID SL (2000). | | Bottom Line: | Price was not an object when I purchased this bike in '98. With everything there was to choose, the Zaskar stood out as the best priced package. It goes where I point it and has allowed me to upgrade to some lighter components (i.e. Easton Monkey bar and carbon seatpost, 2000 SID, etc.) Total bike weight for my 16" '98 Zaskar is around 22.5 lbs. This is great considering that I can ride as hard as I want, race occassionally, do some downhill, etc. on a strong, light hardtail. Almost no maintenance problems other then a worn out XT front del. and a bent rim on a downhill crash. I weight over 200 lbs and ride a couple times a week on fairly technical trails. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Brian Peterson
a Cross Country Rider
from Tampa, FL, USA
Date Reviewed: January 23, 2000 | | Favorite Trail: | tsali | | Duration Product Used: | More than 3 years | | Strengths: | Durability. I've been on this frame since 1992 with no failures. | | Weaknesses: | Have not found any, don't think I will. | | Similar Products Used: | Diamondback, Canondale. | | Bike Setup: | '92 frame, kore stem, panaracer fire xc tires, easton bar, profile bar ends | | Bottom Line: | The bottom line is that this bike rocks! Like I said, I've been on this frame since 1992 and aside from the expected maintanance, and some choice upgrades,(only when the part to be upgraded wore out) I have not had a single problem. I ride Tsali twice a year, and locally 4-6 days a week. Clean it after a dirty ride, keep it tuned up, and this bike Has gone this distance, and then some. Well worth the $400 yes I said $400 that I picked this 3 month old ride up for in 1992, totaly legit with the reciept from the original sale and all. His loss, my gain. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Scott Joyce
a Weekend Warrior
from Yeovil
Date Reviewed: January 1, 2000 | | Duration Product Used: |
6 months | | Strengths: |
Very light and a great hardnut frame for my type of jumping. Good size for jumping (14.5 inch). Colour scheme (ball burnished). IT ROCKS | | Weaknesses: |
NONE | | Similar Products Used: |
Gt Talera, Gt tequesta, Diamond Back Classic, Cannondale m500 | | Bike Setup: |
Judy 100 forks, single ring (42 tooth), magura tomacs, sun mammoth rims, hope fatso front hub, lx rear hub, world force bar, world force copy stem, FSA Pig headset, Tioga 2.1 Factory DH | | Bottom Line: | The dogs Bollox. EVERY ONE SHOULD HAVE ONE !! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Mark Powell
a Cross-Country Rider
from Warwick (UK)
Date Reviewed: November 23, 1999 | | Favorite Trail: |
Cotswolds | | Duration Product Used: |
2 Years | | Strengths: |
Well, the frame speaks for its self, light, strong and peachy to look at. It doesn't get any better than this. | | Weaknesses: |
The wheel build quality on my 97 was abismal. But after a couple of re-builds i had no problems. | | Bike Setup: |
Full XT, Z2 lites, IRC Methos tyres, Mavic 517s on XT hubs and an assortment Kore and X-lite finishing bits. | | Bottom Line: | Well, if i could I'd probably marry this bike. Its never let me down, and no matter how much i use and abuse it it still begs to be ridden and ridden hard. Even after a seasons racing (and crashing) its still in one peace. The frame is one of the toughest, even after a high speed argument with a tree which resulted in the bending of a pait of Judy XCs the frame still emerged unscathed. If you havent got one get one. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Greg D
a Cross-Country Rider
from Richmond Va
Date Reviewed: October 28, 1999 | | Favorite Trail: |
GW Forrest | | Duration Product Used: |
1 Year | | Strengths: |
Stiff, Great climbing bike, | | Weaknesses: |
1998 Poor design on wheel set. | | Similar Products Used: |
Stumpjumper, Klein Pulse Comp | | Bike Setup: |
Judy SL, Mostly XT w/XTR rear derailer. | | Bottom Line: | I love the bike, the frame is light and a great climber. I got a great deal on a 98 closeout $1,200 and feel like I got a great value. I have 2 real beefs. I needed to replace my headset after 90 days (GT covered it) and the wheel design SUCKS. In 9 months I had to get my wheels trued 6 times. I finally decided to get the wheel rebuilt. I have talked to several other 98 Zaskar owners and they have had the same problem. Two upgrades that I have made that I would recommend to all Zaskar owners include rise handlebars and a suspension seatpost.I've had 5 chili's worth of fun on this ride, but I am real dissapointed in some of the very basic design flaws. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Fatlarry
a Cross-Country Rider
from Springfield Mo
Date Reviewed: October 13, 1999 | | Favorite Trail: |
Berryman Trail | | Duration Product Used: |
2 Years | | Strengths: |
Responsive frame that is absolutely unbreakable. I weigh 225 lbs and ride very hard and do lots of jumps and bunnyhops and it never fails. | | Weaknesses: |
Factory bar-ends sucked. | | Similar Products Used: |
Zaskar LE and Ricochet | | Bike Setup: |
Judy SL, XT CRANK, XTR BRAKES, HUBS, DERAILLERS, AND MAVIC 521 WHEELS WITH IRC MYTHOS TIRES. | | Bottom Line: | This is a great bike that will take all you can give it. (98 model) | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Ken
a Cross-Country Rider
from Singapore
Date Reviewed: October 12, 1999 | | Favorite Trail: |
Slickrock (still awesome!) | | Duration Product Used: |
2 Years | | Strengths: |
Strength - you never question if your frame will fail. Steers great in singletrack. | | Weaknesses: |
Bone jarring, butt bashing ride that is typical of aluminum frames. Heavy frame. | | Similar Products Used: |
GT Backwoods, GT Avalanche LE | | Bike Setup: |
Judy XC with Speed Springs, World Force Risers, Mavic Crosslands | | Bottom Line: | Buy this bike only if you're heavy or trash the bike a lot, because for xc, its going to be overkill for light weight guys. The Zaskar LE is a different animal, light, strong, but still a bone jarring ride. A suspension seatpost would be a nice addition. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Scoop
a Weekend Warrior
from Pomona
Date Reviewed: September 15, 1999 | | Favorite Trail: |
Marshall Canyon | | Duration Product Used: |
more than 3 years | | Strengths: |
Nice ball-burnished finish, you can shine it to a brilliant luster. This is a superstong frame. My fell off a roof rack on the freeway at 65 mph, and the frame was not damaged (the saddle and barends were gone, though). Great climber, and good on S-track. | | Weaknesses: |
Unforgiving on the stutter bumps. Your behind is talking to you on long rides. You feel every little pebble. | | Similar Products Used: |
Diamond Back Apex | | Bike Setup: |
Judy XC, XT drivetrain, wheels, and brakes. | | Bottom Line: | If you like aluminum, this is a good bike. I rode the hell out of it for 4 years, and the frame is still in good shape. I love that ball-burnished finish. Mine was 27 pounds, a little on the hefty side. Don't buy a bike any heavier that that, or you'll regret it. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Gip Brown
a Weekend Warrior
from Buffalo,NY
Date Reviewed: August 21, 1999 | | Duration Product Used: |
more than 3 years | | Strengths: |
This thing is just unbelievable ... I've got the 95 model ... total XT ... it's definitely the best bike I've ever been on ... eats hills for breakfast and loves the down side ... total control with the Manitou Mach 5 up front ... to all you whiners out there ... you can just eat my dirt! | | Weaknesses: |
No kick stand ... HA! | | Bottom Line: | I just checked out a 99 today ... real fine ride but I'm just as happy with the one I've got | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Phil Ball
a Cross-Country Rider
from Shrewsbury (UK)
Date Reviewed: August 19, 1999 | | Duration Product Used: |
more than 3 years | | Strengths: |
Strength!
lightweight | | Weaknesses: |
havnt found any | | Similar Products Used: |
most other alloy hardtails | | Bike Setup: |
Completely custom stuff,
mostly british parts, like USE, HOPE, Middleburn
also XT XTR, Judy XC, VERY light, (20lbs with Judy XC's) | | Bottom Line: | This bike was a 95' frame (LE) but built up with the best of british. the frame rules. the 95 frame was renowned for toughness, after that the design at the headtube changed, and i havnt ridden a newer model. Still there isnt a mass made bike around that doesnt fail on the odd occasion, and people love to gripe about failiures. So i enjoy telling people that mine wont break after years of abuse. Ive been in hospital with head injuries (yes i had a helmet on too) and ridden off 15 ledges, broken all kinds of bits, and the frame stayed true. Simply awesome, no wonder Hans Rey rides one, never seen anything so light AND so strong. If it breaks, you either got a duff one, or you crashed WAY BIG, id love to see someone break one! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
paco
a Weekend Warrior
from glen mills pa
Date Reviewed: July 28, 1999 | | Favorite Trail: |
none | | Duration Product Used: |
1 Year | | Bottom Line: | fast, easy to handle | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Ralph Lugten
a Cross-Country Rider
from Breda - The Netherlands
Date Reviewed: June 25, 1999 | | Favorite Trail: |
Passo Tremalzo (I) | | Duration Product Used: |
more than 3 years | | Strengths: |
Quiksilver steering
Stiff
Ball-burnished finish | | Weaknesses: |
None! ! ! | | Bike Setup: |
Pace RC-36 forks, XT brakes/shifters/drivetrain, Cook Bros Racing cranks, Azonic Shorty & Riser bar, Hügi/Ringlé hubs, Mavic 117 rims, King No-threadset. | | Bottom Line: | It's Bombproof, i'm sold for life!
A bit heavy by now ('93 version)... but i will be upgrading to the 'new' Easton frame! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Alvin
a Weekend Warrior
from San Francisco, CA
Date Reviewed: June 18, 1999 | | Favorite Trail: |
Nisene Marks, Santa Crz | | Duration Product Used: |
6 months | | Strengths: |
Stiff strong frame. Beautiful finish. Strong brand name. | | Weaknesses: |
Replaceable Rear Derailleur Hanger way too expensive. Heavy Frame. | | Similar Products Used: |
Stumperjumper 97 | | Bike Setup: |
SID fork, XT brakes & drivetrain | | Bottom Line: | This bike is awesome. I give GT credit for making it bulletproof, but it is engineered poorly. I fit an 8 speed LX/Mavic wheelset on this 96 frameset with a son of strongarm crankset and I've had nothing but drivetrain problems. I've snapped a chain and replaced the rear d hangar(20 bucks a pop) twice due to poor alignment of wheel/frame. It is not a well engineered bike. Sorry to say. I'm going back to the Stumpjumper today! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
mtnbikej
a Weekend Warrior
from So. Cal.
Date Reviewed: May 10, 1999 | | Duration Product Used: |
2 Years | | Strengths: |
Stiff frame. Light & nimble. Good climber. | | Weaknesses: |
Not designed for heavier riders. Short warranty period(3 years) | | Similar Products Used: |
GT Avalanche LE, Trek 8500, Schwinn Moab 3 | | Bike Setup: |
Zaskar LE, XTR,Crosslands,KORE, SDG,WTB | | Bottom Line: | This is a follow up review on my post that I made last year. I got my '98 Zaskar LE frame at Christmas '97. It has been a great bike for a year and a half. Until recently. I started hearing a creaking sound anytime I was on the bike. After checking out all the components on the bike, I found the sound to be coming from the connection of the TOP tube and the SEAT tube. There was no visable cracks in the weld, but you could see the flex in the material. Took it back to a GT dealer, he found it to be the same problem location. He called GT the same day and they said they had one in stock and would send it out to the shop. GT service was real quick. I was only out of a bike for a week. However I decided to upgrade the frame while I had the chance. SO I upgraded to a '99 Xizang(Ti). We will see how it holds up.I still feel that the Zaskar LE is still one of the best bikes out there. However if you are a heavier rider 180 lbs. + this may not be the best choice.I still give the bike 5 stars. And if I could I would give an addtional 5 stars for GT's customer service and warranty. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
harlan smart
a Cross-Country Rider
from auckland nz
Date Reviewed: April 17, 1999 | | Favorite Trail: |
yello room | | Duration Product Used: |
more than 3 years | | Strengths: |
mud clinging to my downtube | | Weaknesses: |
too stiff-no ride q | | Similar Products Used: |
avanti competitor | | Bike Setup: |
alivio,suntour top gun pro issue forx | | Bottom Line: | triple triangle ok 4 trak,but not anything else | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Adam
a Weekend Warrior
from Mishawaka, IN
Date Reviewed: April 15, 1999 | | Duration Product Used: |
tested or demo'ed only | | Bottom Line: | Awesome! I rode Hans Rey's at the CABDA show in Rosemont IL. It was a really cool experience. I have a modified trials bike in the mail but riding this has persueded me to get a stock bike as well. Sweet Ride. Go Trialsin' and I'll C U lat'r | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
JAMES KIDNEY
a weekend warrior
from OXFORD ENGLAND
Date Reviewed: March 4, 1999 | | Bottom Line: |
I have a 98 Zaskar Ball burnished. I was amazed by the rigidity of the frame.
My other bike is a GT Pantera and the difference was a real shock. It's light, very strong and very pointy, you point it goes. A real dream of a bike, that I would not swap for anything. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Christiaan Vingerling
a weekend warrior
from The Netherlands
Date Reviewed: February 16, 1999 | | Bottom Line: |
I have a '95 zaskar le, and rides superb, it's the best I ever had. It still looks good and it's not to heavy. My next bike will be a Zaskar, that's for sure. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
jared scheel
a cross-country rider
from united states
Date Reviewed: February 14, 1999 | | Bottom Line: |
I'm doing this project for my marketing class. I need some detailed info. on GT MTB. I have had a lot of problems finding stuff out.Examples are as listed.The manufacturing process ,the distribution system (how does it arrive?),the finanial information(exchange rate,mark up, annual money GT inc. makes per year). please this info would me alot to me . | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
KENNY
a racer
from BROOKFIELD, WI
Date Reviewed: January 27, 1999 | | Bottom Line: |
I HAVE BARELY HAD A CHANCE TO PUT A COUPLE OF MILES ON MY NEW 99 BEFORE THE SNOW FELL HARD AND HEAVY BUT THE NEW ZASKAR LE ROCKS JUST AS HARD AS EVERY OTHER ASS KICKIN GT. WITH 9 SPEED AND FULL XTR IT IS A DREAM RIDE I RATHER HAVE MY 98 SID BACK UP FRONT BUT IM SURE I CAN GET USED TO THE TWIN AIR 99 IT SEEM TO REBOUND A LITTLE TO SLOW THIS IS MY 5TH GT I WOULDNT BUY ANYTHING ELSE | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Brandon McEwen
a weekend warrior
from Ferndale MI 48220
Date Reviewed: January 24, 1999 | | Bottom Line: |
This frame is hard. I cracked my first one at the seat tube and top tube. This is the only problem I have had. GT sent me a new frame and I have not had a problem since. Great bike very stiff and it climb like a bat out of hell. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
SQUINGEE
a
from MADISON, WI
Date Reviewed: January 22, 1999 | | Bottom Line: |
NOT ONLY IS MY ZASKAR LE THE BEST BIKE IN THE UNIVERSE, IT IS ALSO A CHICK MAGNET. SERIOUSLY, THE BIKE HANDLES DEAD ON AND CLIMBS LIKE A MT GOAT (EVEN IF YOU HAVE CHICKEN LEGS). WHAT THEY SAY ABOUT IT BEING BOMB-PROOF IS TOTALLY TRUE. I'VE CRASHED SO HARD, THAT MOST FRAMES WOULD BE DEAD AND BURIED. USE A BRAKE BOOSTER ON THE REAR AND NOT TO LONG OF A STEM AND YOU TOO CAN OWN A MAGNET D'CHICKS. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
jeff barrett
a racer
from Cedar, MI
Date Reviewed: January 6, 1999 | | Bottom Line: |
The Zasker frame is outstanding. It is stiff and strong. The bike climbs very well. The only negative part of the bike are the GT hubs. They are awful! Mine were destroyed in 5 months. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Eric
a weekend warrior
from Singapore
Date Reviewed: January 4, 1999 | | Bottom Line: |
I own a 14.5 GT Zaskar, the bike is very stiff, strong and a bit heavy.
But for such a good frame, I don't mind a bit of weight. I used it as a
playbike, jumping around like mad. There isn't any crack or frame failure
yet, but I did trash my BB and crank. It is a very strong frame!!! No
wonder Hans Rey used it for trials. All the best to you, Hans Rey! You
guys out there, if you want to buy a bike, get a GT Zaskar or the LE... | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
JOHN BUSTAMANTE
a
from Baldwin Park,CA. 91706
Date Reviewed: December 5, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
WELL! WHAT CAN I SAY ABOUT THIS FRAME THAT HASN'T BEEN SAID ALREADY. AWESOME COMES TO MIND. I BUILT THIS FRAME ( 1995 TEAL BLUE ) FROM THE FLOOR UP. XTR COMPONENTS ALL AROUND EXCECT FOR THE HUBS. ALSO ADDED JUDY SL, MAVIC 217'S, DURA ACE CHAIN FOR AWESOME SHIFTING,TITEC HANDLEBAR AND SEATPOST,KORE STEM,YELLOW GT FACTORY SEAT AND SHIMANO 747'S. I GET ALOT OF COMPLAMENTS BECAUSE OF THE BLUE FRAME WITH THE YELLOW COMPONENTS. DREAM MACHINE =)~ | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Allan Knabe
a cross-country rider
from Cannock, Staffordshire, ENGLAND
Date Reviewed: November 27, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I originally bought the bike from my local bike shop with the intention of using it as a go-between before upgrading to a full sus mount. However, 12 months on ive upgraded the hell out of it, and its still going strong. Nice. The only bad thing about the Zaskar is its too bloody hard! My arse is constantly taking a right battering from my saddle on bumpy singletrack, I might get one of those sus seatpost thingies. Hmmm... | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
john
a cross-country rider
from kansas city mo
Date Reviewed: October 25, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
THe triple triangle thingy on my Zaskar broke. Right at the seat tube it the aluminum failed. I was riding this prairie trail and i bunny hopped a log, crack everything came apart. If I could i'd give it 0 chillies but I Can't SO i'll just say, spend your money on a good steel bike like a ritchey. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
silent bob
a cross-country rider
from usa
Date Reviewed: October 23, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
this is the best damn bike in the world
i have raced it every where the world's national's ...and it rules..compaired to my old bike ...giant 970 it is far better..it's just the best..
i have made some mild upgrades..but nothin too serious...go out and buy one..buy two..or three
it has the gt quality | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Zachary Abelardo
a weekend warrior
from Berkeley, CA
Date Reviewed: October 22, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
When will this fine bike ever go on sale? It is a well designed and built bike but the price requires a small second on my home. I appreciate quality that lasts, but I am only a weekend warrior type. Any other GT suggestions? My criteria is; FS/18 Frame/Clip Pedals/A1 Aluminum Frameset/GripShift/21-speed.
Please tell me a new bike with the above can be had for under $600... | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Stefan Schoenenberger
a cross-country rider
from Frankfurt, Germany
Date Reviewed: October 21, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
It's one of the best bikes i biked. I bought it at 1992 and today it is still an top bike, stable, fast and you can ride faster than normal. One Problem I have had befor, the u-brake on the back. but with the new V-brake lining it's better than bevor. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Chuck Gates
a cross-country rider
from Nashua, NH
Date Reviewed: September 16, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
The Zasker is stable at speed, holds it's line in corners. Even though it's top tube is long coupled with a 135mm stem the bike is still nimble in the thightest of single track. On steep climbing the preferred method is far foward on the saddle but seated, out of climbing should be left to the more moderate grades. The overall feel of the bike is similar to that of steel but with the stiffness needed when climbing.Awesome bike. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
David Arthur
a weekend warrior
from Devon, England
Date Reviewed: September 6, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
This is the bike that everybody should own. It's great. Nice fat tubes, great welds, and builds up into a really light bike. I've got a set of RST 3.5 forks on it and it easily handles everything I can throw at it, and more. Mine is anodised blue and I reckon it looks great, better than any other paint jobs on other 'lesser' bikes. Go buy one now. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
bobpigg
a cross-country rider
from La Jolla, CA
Date Reviewed: August 13, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I am a proud owner of a 1993 Ball Burnished Zaskar, yes a 1993. Believe what everybody tells you the Zaskar is bomb proof. The other week I was riding on the streets and a b!tch driving a nissan maxima cliped me when she didn't come to a complete stop at a intersection. The good news is I got $500 out of her for new CNC'd White industries cranks, an XTR BB and some spending money. After she hit me I feared that the worst had happened and to my amasement the frame wasn't even scratched. The crank was bent about a 1/4 inch but the frame is bomb and stupid b!tch proof. Buy the best, don't f#uck with the rest, Get a zaskar!!!! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Nik
a cross-country rider
from Germany
Date Reviewed: July 22, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I bought an Zaskar LE in 1994.
Before I owned 2 Cannondales and a Koga Miyata.This bike is the best investment I ever made.
The frame is bull-hard and stiff like hell.
It took me 4 years to destroy the head-set ! ( 1year -Cannondale)
Zaskar LE - without suspension fork it weights about 18 pounds.
It throws you up da mountain, man !!!Buy one - or stay alone ... | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Steve
a cross-country rider
from FL
Date Reviewed: July 11, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
In 1997 I bought GT LTS-3 and within three weeks of riding daily I had the normal full suspension squeeking associated with these bikes. I took it back to the shop and they guys told me it was normal. Well, I raised hell because the rear elastomer was the loudest creak I had ever heard in 10 years of riding. So guess what. The shop called GT and explained the problem. No soution. By now I just want a simple hard tail and heard about Zaskar. I ask the shop to swap out the LTS frame for a Zaskar and lo and behold! they did it! I gotta say GT got me for life right then and there. The shop only charged me $100 to swap the cheesy LTS-3 components over to my NEW red Zaskar LE frame. Not too crazy about the color at first. I would have preferred BB finish but I grew to love the anodized red. The bike rips! A year later I am going with all XTR etc...
I give ***** to GT and ***** to their Z-LE!!
| | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Jason M
a
from cross-country rider
Date Reviewed: July 7, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I bought my Zaskar LE frame this last Xmas. Got a great deal on the frame and GT even included a Judy XC LT, I have built up this frame with full XTR, Mavic Crosslands,SDG,WTB and Thompson. This 18 bike weighs in at 23 pounds.As for the ride, This baby is sharp. It goes where you tell it to go. Corners like it is on rails. Climbs like there is a motor on it. Even handles downhills without a gripe. Oh, yeah....tight single track is where you get to see how well this bike really handles. Frame is quite stiff.....but that is why you buy a GT. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Mike
a racer
from Tucson
Date Reviewed: July 7, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I purchased the Zaskar LE with full XTR and Mavic Crossmax. The bike weights 22.5 lbs with pedals. I can't believe how well this bike handles compared to my previous rig. The Zaskar climbs and corners better than any bike I have ever ridden. I feel more confident in all situations. The massive ovalized down tube and the various CNCed parts look cool and add to the bikes solid feel and quality look. Before I bought the bike, I was concerned that the frame would ride too harsh. This is not the case. I rode a 24.5 lb full suspension bike before this. The Zaskar's ride is surprisingly comfortable. This is the best bike you can buy. It is a great value! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
JON pOLLARD
a weekend warrior
from England
Date Reviewed: June 29, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
Bought a second hand frame and built up with a selection of xt/lx/syncros and hope components. Ended up with the best goddam mtb that has ever existed. Dont buyoff the shelf, build your own dream machine around the best frame that has ever been built! nothing climbs,descends or feels like an LE, you havent lived till youve ridden it, if you agree, or even if you dont!,e.mail me at jpollard4@compuserve.com. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Ariel Glez.
a cross-country rider
from México
Date Reviewed: June 26, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
Before i get my Zaskar i asked to many people that owned one....and the only phrase that i heard is buy it is fantastic,, after two months i think that is the best choice i made. Is the best in the uphill, it feels stronger than any frame i used. I equiped it with a combination of XT and XTR groups....One thing that i feel that makes my ZASkar works like it works (great) is the Suspension fork a Manitou SXR-TPC...is great to take the great bumps..you can regulate many things on it.....I think that the combo is great....... | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
BOB
a cross-country rider
from BALTIMORE, OHIO
Date Reviewed: June 22, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I am a part time mechanic at my local shop, and have ridden many different makes and types of bikes. I recently picked up a '97 Zaskar frame at a local swap meet (to the dismay of my shop;s owner:)) and built it up with an all XTR component gruppo, Synchros bars, stem, and post, Judy SL, and a Mavic Crossmax wheelset. I may not race as much as some, due to 2 part-time jobs, a full-time job, and college, but I do know a good bike when I ride one- and the Zaskar is it! I have never felt more comfortable on a climb, more stable on a downhill, or had more fun on any bike I have ever owned. This is a great all-around bike. Honestly, I'd rather ride my Zaskar than my Y bike. To the ignorant moron who wrote the bad review below- get a life, and a clue. Oh yeah, you might want to try Hooked on Phonics! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Steve
a cross-country rider
from Pittsburgh
Date Reviewed: June 22, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I bought my Zaskar 3 years ago. Full XT components. I found it a little harsh, but attrubuted that to the aluminum frame and the way GT builds these bad boys. Since then I upgraded with a Thudbuster Quadrapivot, the Shimano 636 downhill pedals, a WTB SST saddle, and the Marzocchi Bomber Z2 fork. I am completely satisfied with this setup and would totally recommend it to anyone.
I have ridden it extensively through some of the worst crap around - it hauls ass and never misses a beat. Hills are a cakewalk. The cornering is really aggressive - I'm still caught offguard sometimes (especially if my tires are overinflated). The weight might be an issue for some - usually these weight weenies are just roadies in disguise. I figure that my bike is covered in 5 pounds of mud by the end of the ride anyway, and the extra weight makes me a stronger rider (besides, the light stuff breaks more easily).
ride a ZASKAR | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
TOM SKINNER
a racer
from AURORA ONT.
Date Reviewed: June 20, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
THIS BIKE IS THE HOTTEST THING THAT I'VE HAD BETWEEN MY LEGS AND TRUST ME, I'VE HAD A LOT OF SWEET HOT THINGS BETWEEN MY LEGS. THE COMPONENTS ON THIS BIKE CAN'T BE BEATEN AND THE FRAME AND FORK ARE AMAZING. THIS BIKE IS DESIGNED FOR HARDCORE RACERS AND NOT FAT STAINS. WHOEVER DOESN'T GIVE THIS BIKE A PERFECT RATING DOESN'T KNOW THEIR ASS FROM A HOLE IN THE GROUND. YOU CAN'T FIND A BETTER BIKE ON THE FACE OF THE EARTH. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
mark
a cross-country rider
from hong kong
Date Reviewed: June 16, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
The Zaskar LE (light edition) is the best bike I have ever ridden!!!!
The components on it is super dee duper and it rocks! I would recommend anyne in the market for buying a new bike, to purchase the Zaskar. It is much much much much much much better than all the other hard tail bikes out there. Mongoose and Trek are also pretty good, but Giant are the worst!
So all you losers with Giants, scrap it and buy the GT ZASKAR~!!!!!!!!!!!
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Submitted by
Dan Huget
a racer
from Calgary Alberta Canada
Date Reviewed: June 12, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I bought a 98 GT Zaskar frame and added AMP F-4 forks Race Face BB Chain Rings head set setpost and the air carbon bar the Cane Creek cronos ESP 9.O sl shifters, derailers and leavers XTR V's Kore lite stem and a Avocat saddle(kevlar, ti rails) to date this is the best and most responsve bike that i have ever owned and i don't plan on selling it when i finaly decide on another bike that will come close to matching my GT. Weather you race ride fer the hell of it or your a weekend worrior the GT Zaskar is definly a bike to be looking at ............ the posobltys are endles for it | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
DANGEROUS (D)
a weekend warrior
from SANTA PAULA, CA.
Date Reviewed: June 9, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I've ridden may high end mountain bikes and heard may good things about GT, So it was time to do some research and build the killer cross-country racer so I started off with a 98 Zaskar Le frame and added these components. A Marzocchi Z2 Atom Bomb, King headset, Azonic shorty stem, Azonic 1.5 riser DW bars, Precision Billet (Proshift) V brakes, XTR rapid rear/ XTR front derailleurs (8 speed), Raceface B'bracket, Raceface cranks, Raceface post, WTB SST saddle and a wheelset of King hubs, Mavic 517s and Michelin wild gripper (kevlar) tires. Talking about a racing machine this bike kicks ass and I could'nt have done it without a rigid frame. Yes the components are top notch sh*t but you got to start from ground up (GT Zaskar Le frame) I dont like some of the components GT selects for thier production models but the frame kicks ass. hugh , chisllxtr Kingatombam | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
David Hamilton
a weekend warrior
from Houston TX 77036
Date Reviewed: June 3, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I just recently got this bike and it kicks tail!!! I weigh 235 and the frame nary even flexes. The bike tracks straight and goes uphill like a feather, much better than my Cannandale f600. The best part is that I got it for $1000, the owner took it on a trip and scratched the frame a little. Buy it, you won't be sorry. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
mike campana
a racer
from Sheffield Lake, Oh U.S.A
Date Reviewed: May 28, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
My review of the bike, led me to the conclusion that this bike is not for sissy's. This Bike has every design of a cross-country race, like it's older brother GT Zaskar LE. I would recomend this bike to anyone who likes a comfortable ride, but still yearns for the performance that the top level racers have. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Scott
a weekend warrior
from Boise, ID
Date Reviewed: May 24, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I bought a GT Zaskar LE frame in 1993, I was poor and had it built up with LX equip. and a MAG21. I'm 235 pounds and generally hard on equipment. This bike is still going strong. I've had to replace 3 handlebars, rebuild the fork 4 times, and I'm on my 3rd set of pedals, but my frame is still in great shape (minus a few decals). When I replace this, I'll be buying another GT. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Mike
a weekend warrior
from USA
Date Reviewed: May 23, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
Hello everyone. I've owned the Zaskar GT bike for three years. It's a 95 model and I love it. Its fully loaded with XTR groupy. I have a Answer Manitou Fs/TI
fork on it and it handles very well. I ride it very hard and had no frame troubles. I love the way it reacts when I take it down a very tough section or downhill hill sitatutions. The bike rocks. I would only own GT. They give you a great bike for your money. Also a great company that cares about the family of riders who ride GT bikes. If you have one, pat yourself on the back. Nice choose and have fun riding the hell out of it. GT ROCKS. ASK JULIE FURTADO!!! She was a champion for years with GT. Have fun. C ya. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
TIM ESHELMAN
a cross-country rider
from RICHMOND VA
Date Reviewed: May 13, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
THIS IS A KICK ASS BIKE. I AM A FORMER FOOTBALL PLAYER WHO WEIGHS
265 LBS AND I WAS TIRED OF CRACKING FRAMES. I CRACKED TWO CDALE
FRAMES BEFORE I PURCHASED MY 97' ZASKAR LE. THIS BIKE IS STIFF YET
RESPONSIVE. I HAVE NOT HAD ANY PROBLEMS SINCE SWITCHING TO GT. IF
ANYONE IS THINKING OF BUYING A NEW BIKE, I WOULD ADVISE TAKING A
LOOK AT THE ZASKAR. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Dave
a weekend warrior
from Indianapolis
Date Reviewed: May 1, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
OK, so I aint a pro. But I bet most of you aren't either. But either way this Bike is TITS! I have ridden many C-dales,Scott, Kline, blah blah blah... Really this bike has a better feel than any other hard tail I have ever ridden. I have the '97 ZASKAR LE which has full XTR. I love this bike. When I went to pick it up I saw the GT hubset and was NOT impressed. NOTE to GT your HUBS SUCK!!! Spend your time on what you do best. Comtinue to make Great bikes. I swaped out the original rims/hubs for some CaneCreek Crono's w/ Ti spokes. Only $200 bucks for the upgrade...money WELL spent. The color, Ride FEEL and handleing are all top notch. makes me glad my last bike was snagged so I could move on up like George Jefferson! Now I am At the TOP and like the way it feels.
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Submitted by
Bjorn Van Guyse
a weekend warrior
from Belgium
Date Reviewed: April 30, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I'm really impressed by this bike. It's much saver to wrack havok on that bike. It's unbelievable, the things you can do with that bike !!!!!!! I like the frame that fits me so well. Also the Rock Shox Judy SL fork interests me well. The bike has also Synchros things that really are not to be replaced. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Stefan Arvidsson
a weekend warrior
from Sweden
Date Reviewed: April 29, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I´ve had my Zaskar for about 3 months now and it really kicks some ass.!
The frame is the greatest and with all the tasty components provided.. I just love it!
It´s definately the ultimate trial-machine.
To you who are thinking about buying a new bike...
- Make sure that you get a ZASKAR!
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Submitted by
Kieren Tinning
a cross-country rider
from Fredericton, NB Canada
Date Reviewed: April 29, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I felt that I had to write in to comment on GT's incredible service and bikes. I owned a '96 GT LTS-2 which unfortunately broke, and within four weeks GT had sent me a new replacement Zaskar. Warranty incredible. As far as the bike is concerend the Zaskar has to be one of the greatest frames around (I've ridden alot of different ones) and I would not trade it for anything. As long as GT continues to produce such phenomenal bikes, and offers such great service (certainly wouldn't have that response time with Crappendale) I will always ride them, and will recommend them to anyone interested in purchasing any level of bike. I've got to agree with Top Dog, SHAME ON ANYONE WHO DIDN'T GIVE THIS BIKE 5 CHILIS!!!!!!!!!!! This bike rules | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Paul
a cross-country rider
from Melbourne, FL
Date Reviewed: April 26, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
This is a great bike with the accompanying tri-spoke carbon fiber wheels that I have, and I love the bike for dirt and downhills. But, I live in Florida and suspension bikes SUCK in the sand. I always come home with a mouthful of it. Changinging to standard forks sure helped the ride, but they always bend. I guess there's no winning with this bike in Florida. But, it works great in Texas. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Travis Williamson
a racer
from Guam USA
Date Reviewed: April 26, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I recently purchased the 97 Zaskar Le and will never ride another bike as long as I can still pedal. This bike is well to put it bluntly awesome. On the downhill it corners like its on rails and it climbs the roughest hill with ease. The geometry on this bike is incredible it almost feels like GT built this bike just for me. All you other hardtail riders stop kidding yourselves with whatever your riding now and by a Zaskar Le you'll thank me later. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Peter R
a weekend warrior
from T.C., Michigan
Date Reviewed: April 14, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
This is a bike that I primarly commute on. It does a great job on the roads(Mi roads suck with regards to conditions). Last weekend I took the bike out to Sand Lakes Quiet Area. The '96 Zaskar is a killer dirt machine. Climbed until the cheesy performance tires could not bite anymore. I was able to make all the corners and track where I wanted to go. Fast down hills were confidence builders. The XT components worked perfectly.
This bike rocks.
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Submitted by
jeff g
a cross-country rider
from knoxville
Date Reviewed: April 12, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
Perfection. Climbs like a goat, very fast, razor steering, awesome looks. Mine came with full XT group, Kore and Titec hardware and a Judy XC. I will never need another bicycle. I got the rear hub fixed as soon as I bought it because the outsourced manufacturer used some crappy parts. If you have this problem, GT is very agressive about fixing it. Five Chiles for the perfect XC bike. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
CHRISTOPHER
a weekend warrior
from singapore
Date Reviewed: April 10, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
ALL i can is that this bike is good..
i used to have a KHS summit..was a good bike with upgrades..but when i
switched to the present 97' Zaskar..i realised i could get a better
performance with a good frame...boy was i suprised with the control
of the Zaskar..i could easily clear rough downhills much easier..
did up the bike with XTR components and a JUDY XC..and WAHLA..
the rest as they is..... HISTORY | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
TopDog
a racer
from Coquitlam, b.c., Canada
Date Reviewed: April 2, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
This is the best hardtail built, there is no need for me to say anything about because it's all written below, practiacally everyone feels the same about this bike, that it's awesome, SHAME ON ANYONE WHO GAVE IT LOWER THAN 5 CHILLES, NOW THE AVERAGE RATING IS LOWER, SHAME ON THEM!!! This bike rules!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Peter Fagerberg
a cross-country rider
from Sweden
Date Reviewed: March 27, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
YES!!! The snow is melting which means ZASKAR-TIME is coming up! Just can wait to get on the most georgeous bike around. However, this year I'll spend some time in the gym to build up those back muscles - this bike requires BIG ones! Only problem I've had are racky stem-bearings but I think I did that myself - beware of over-tightning! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Hakim
a cross-country rider
from Germany
Date Reviewed: March 14, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I own a ´96 Zaskar LE, speced up with a Judy DH, XTR, Hügis and a King headset and is´s the best bike i´ve ever riden since now. Only the cable-routing is a weak point, but this problem can be solved by using Gore Ride-on. The geometry is great for XC, but doesn´t fit city-posers. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Ted
a cross-country rider
from Eugene
Date Reviewed: February 25, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
In regards to the post:Date: January 11, 1998
Gary W. Mahan a weekend warrior from Mountain View, CA writes: where Gary states his Zaskar frame is only under warranty if assembled by a dealer, this item is from the GT Web site archives:http://www.gtbicycles.com/tech/archives/97feb1.htmlQ:I have a 1995 GT Zaskar that I'm building piece by piece. I want to
know what size seat post will accommodate this bike. Also, what is your warranty policy on this frame? GT's answer:The seatpost size should be 27.0 This bike is under warranty for as long as you own the bikesounds like a stated contract eh? As it should be...
FYI
PS its an awsome hardtail, remember Furtado is the most successful american mtb racer EVER, GT through and through, we'll miss her. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Shawn
a weekend warrior
from Buffalo, N.Y.
Date Reviewed: February 21, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I have had my Zaskar since 94 and I treat it like shit. I've tried to kill it but it will not die. I cannot justify purchasing a new bike until this one is not rideable. I have bombed Killington numerous times, ride in mud that never gets completely washed off, throw the bike around real hard when I ride, and do my own maintenace (lube chain). The breakaway rear d. hanger is a must have on any bike. It is the only thing that has kept this bike going. Anything that Hans Rey helps design is great by default. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Christiaan Vingerling
a cross-country rider
from Netherlands
Date Reviewed: February 20, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
We are the Zaskar brothers,me and my brother both have a zaskar le and we can tell this;It's the best fuc'king bike on earth.Do you know losers who ride other bikes than a zaskar shoot them, they are trash.I have ride a lot of trash,but know I have got a real bike. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Dexter
a weekend warrior
from Valparaiso ,IN USA
Date Reviewed: February 14, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I have owned a Zaskar for a few years now and have ridden
some of the best trails in IN,MI,and WV, and Ihave yet to find a more confidence inspiring ride.GT makes a beautiful
machine,and though my ZASKAR may be dated (U-brake and all)
I would not trade her in for anything!(But then again there is full suspension to think about!)
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Submitted by
Shawn
a racer
from Thunder Bay Ontario
Date Reviewed: February 3, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I rode a ZASKAR all last year and loved it! It climbs like it has an
engine in it. It is super light bike, under 22 lbs, that can take the
beats. The only downfall is the super stiff frame that has it's avantages
but one disadvantage is your back after a long bumpy ride. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
milan
a cross-country rider
from Edmonton, AB Canada
Date Reviewed: January 23, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I bought the Zaskar LE frame in 95 and loaded it up with xt goodies.
It weighs just over 22 lbs. and climbs like hell. The fork is a Manitou 3
with speed springs for guts and has never caused problems besides being
loud on the rebound. The bike has tossed me a few times but it still works
like new. With v brakes these things can launch you over the bars anytime.
The only downside of this bike is that it's so damn stiff, after a day on
washboards you cn feel it in the lower back. You get used to it because it
kicks so much ass. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Timothy M Monaghan
a cross-country rider
from Laguna Hills CA
Date Reviewed: January 20, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
Great light bike and fast on the climb. I've given it hell too. Still no probs except that mavic conformed the
spokes all wacky and I couldn't keep those things trued for the whole day. (yes I respoked them) It's a typical
aluminum frame so it will beat you up on those rocky and hard packed dirt trails. However you will have an
edge over the other riders on the uphill.
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Submitted by
Gary W. Mahan
a weekend warrior
from Mountain View, CA
Date Reviewed: January 11, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I have put about 5000 miles on my 93 Zaskar. Other than chain marks on the chainstay, the bike is still in excellent shape. I built the frame up myself using mostly XT components (Except for the expensive XT cranks....used LX instad). Since that time, I have worn out everything (and replaced) except for the frame and the Mag-21 shock (which will be rebuilt soon). While not a abusive rider, the Zaskar has held up well to my 200 lbs well. While not the lightest frame (measured at ~4.5lbs for 19 frame), it is light enough to make a 25 lb bike without using stupid-light components. I have been searching for a new bike and have narrowed my choices to either Cannondale (CAAD3) with Headshock or the Zaskar (same basic choices I had 4 years ago). After seeing many controversial posts about the CAAD3 (no such posts on the Zaskar), I will stick with the Zaskar as my hardtail of choice.I would only replace it to buy a SC heckler (2 lbs heavier frame & twice the price) or another Zaskar (to allow longer travel fork without affecting handling). Basic Scores:Handling: 7
Ball Burnished Finish: 5
Stiffness: 5
Plushness: 3 (rigidity can have its downfalls)
Warranty: 0Overall: 4The only thing keeping this bike from a perfect score is the warranty. While it is a lifetime warranty this is ONLY IF assembled by a authorized dealer. What a lot of SH$T. Why sell a frame-only option with a stupid warranty condition like that. BTW, my LBS quoted $100 to swap parts from my old Zaskar to a newer one, so add $100 to the price of the frame if you want that lifetime warranty. Luckily my frame hasnt required replacement yet!!! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
nelso
a downhiller
from arlington va
Date Reviewed: January 5, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
my friend got this frame, but hasn't built it up yet. nice fat tubes, big welds. never tried one fully built but it should be good. Really nice gussets i don't think it is going to break any time soon. stays have almost no flex at all. Good work gt. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
michael chai
a weekend warrior
from malaysia
Date Reviewed: December 27, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
I've riden a dozens of hardtail mounti. Well thanks to GT for producing such
a fine frame that does not compromises weight. I need not go further to look for another perfect piece of frame anymore. GT ZASKAR LE is easy to control especially with the combination of a MARZOCHI XC700.
Carry on with the good job Gary Turner. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
James Webb
a downhiller
from Scarborough in North York's
Date Reviewed: December 19, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
Well, what a mighty fine bit of welding GT have done there! This frame is good, very good, and I like it. It seems to get on with a recently new pair of MARAZOCCHI BAMS (Z1). I recomend this frame for someone who is searching for strength. What a fine frame. Well done GT!!! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
stephen daly
a cross-country rider
from hingham, mass.
Date Reviewed: December 17, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
I have always ridden GT and I will NEVER change either. The '97 Zaskar Le I
have is the best bike around, I beat the hell out of it and it still hasn't
given me any problems. 4 trips to Mount Snow, Vermont, trials, aggressive riding and insane jumping and still goin' strong. This bike climbs like no other and accelerates at your every demand. Some people say aluminum rides suck well their pussies, nothing is better than the ride of the GT Zaskar Le. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
richard ford
a cross-country rider
from southampton(uk)
Date Reviewed: December 15, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
the best hardtail on the face of the planet. never had any problems with the frame, xtr rules and the mavic 221 are in my opinion indestructable.I bought the bike for £550 which is second hand and still there are no problems with it I would never go back to cr-mo frame. If any one knows a better hardtail please tell me about it. | | Overall Rating: |
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