The IDXC 3.0 is one of the standout values of GT's full-suspension line this year. It features a thrifty yet effective mix of Shimano's new Deore LX components combined with SRAM's new X.9 shifters and rear derailleur. The 3.0 is a solid choice for the hard-working sport or beginner-class racer who also appreciates a good weekend trail ride.
Submitted by
jscusmcvet
a Weekend Warrior
from NC Date Reviewed: July 13, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Dupont
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$1000.00
Purchased At:
Gift
Strengths:
Quick Handling, relatively light, pedals like a hard tail.
Weaknesses:
Head tube too steep? A lot of weight over the front wheel...
Similar Products Used:
First full susp. bike
Bike Setup:
stock
Bottom Line:
I love this bike. When used within it's (or my!) limits it performs flawlessly. I have only struggled on trails more suited to current "all mountain" bike with way more travel. I would consider this GT more of an XC bike and it handles those duties well, with noo complaints. I have had to replace one bottom bracket, which seems to be a weakpoint. My LBS could not work on it because the GT is different and I had to take it to an actual GT dealer.
If you like tight twisty, fast singletrack, this bike is excellent for that purpose.
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Submitted by
Greg
a Cross Country Rider
from Cambridge, MA, USA Date Reviewed: May 8, 2008
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Price Paid:
$1100.00
Purchased At:
Cambria Bike
Strengths:
Great components for the money, no pedal bob, smooth suspension, Avid disc brakes and levers, SRAM trigger shifters (better than Shimano).
Weaknesses:
The bolt which attachs the "dogbone" part of the suspension linkage has broken a few times. Not a big deal as I carry a spare bolt and allen wrench and can replace it on the trail.
Similar Products Used:
Specialized Stumpjumper
Bike Setup:
Stock
Bottom Line:
Good bike at a great price.
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Submitted by
Josh Cates
a Cross Country Rider
from Colorado springs Date Reviewed: April 30, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Palmer - all
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$1500.00
Purchased At:
Performance Cycles
Strengths:
Strong frame with great design. Good value for the dollar. Front fork is air and easy to use. replaced the entire drivetrain with XTR components given to me new off Ellsworth. That's all she needed to run nice and smooth
If you don't have $2000 or more to spend on a bike, this is a great value with a good warranty and solid name! I have ridden the bike hard at Palmer Park and have no problems. It keeps up with my buddies Specialized EPIC and the 5" of travel makes it ride like butter.
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Submitted by
Phil
a Weekend Warrior
from Tucson, AZ, USA Date Reviewed: March 9, 2007
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$750.00
Purchased At:
Performance
Strengths:
GT iDrive definatly lives up to its reputation in terms of a smooth, "bob free" ride. Decent components. Nice paint and graphics.
Weaknesses:
None when I first picked up the bike. Serious bang for the buck. A weakness reared its ugly head though, read below.
Similar Products Used:
First bike Ive owned in six years. I considered myself an intermediate rider before my hiatus.
Bike Setup:
Stock
Bottom Line:
Like I said, this bike is a great deal. Quality components, with exception to the fork. A manapoo comes stock, and lacks any real adjustment features. The bike developed a "creak" in one of the pivots after about 35 miles. The LBS tried for hours to make it stop. They later determined it was a frame failure. GT offered to replace the frame. The shop offered a refund as well. I opted for the refund, and Im upgrading to an all mountain rig. I awarded only 2 chilis overall, because I had a lemon. Had I not had the lemon, I would have awarded 4 or 5. By the way, my all mountain rig will be a GT as well. This little SNAFU has not steered me away! They took care of the mistake professionally and for that, they will keep my business.
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Submitted by
Russell Albro
a Weekend Warrior
from Mesa, AZ USA Date Reviewed: May 18, 2006
Favorite Trail:
Usery Pass
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$999.00
Purchased At:
Performance Bike
Strengths:
This is a nice bike comes with sram 9.0. everything so far is first rate no break downs or things falling off i still have the reflectors LOL has a bad ass paint job also. the i-drive really works, pedeling is real smooth
Weaknesses:
nothing yet but the cranks creak alot the seats kinda uncomfortable, bought a new one 'on sale' so solved that problem the front fork could be better "manitou black" not a bad fork but when you hit big rocks it rebounds to much and somtimes get you get of control,
Similar Products Used:
Trek Y-22 Diamond Back 3.0
Bike Setup:
i have 150 miles on it
Bottom Line:
nice bike happy with my purchase
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