GT Force Carbon Expert 2020 X-Large
GT Force X is a formidable mountain bike designed with hands on input from Dan Atherton himself. This is a powerful bike model GT specially put out to reestablish their brand among the likes of Specialised and Giant. If you are looking for a spec-heavy mountain bike that delivers, then the Force X is for you. Read full review
GT Force X Review
GT Force X is a machine made for hard riding and testing endurance (both yours and the bike’s). GT’s team riders, including the Atherton family, have gone all in when designing this model. Rather than looks, this model offers utility in its design. Though the curvy frameset splashed with color can be considered quite appealing as well.
We took the Force X for some hard riding to see if it lived up to the hype. The frame is carbon, not because it’s lightweight, but because carbon offers more strength over aluminum. That will certainly come in handy when you are taking this baby up a mountain or over a pothole filled, pebbly descent.
The muscular, yet creative frame, is a marvel to handle. It’s very involved, and supports the internal pierced seat tube quite well. Hard riding is made comfortable as possible on Force X bikes. When we sped downhill, it wasn’t exactly cushy, but the Force X managed to absorb much of the shock and keep the ride comfortable.
The drivetrain has ISCG tabs, but we don’t know why this irrelevant detail is there. Though we loved the model overall, we have to say the pedal feedback and braking power was limited because of the high-pivot suspension system.
+Pros:
- Superior design
- Incredible performance
- Creative frame
-Cons:
- Could do with a better suspension
The Verdict
GT Force X is the bike model you want to go with when you desire utility and high performance.
Also, regardless of the top-end specs on offer, this bike model is also very easy to handle. It’s lightweight, so tacking hilly terrain is not an issue. The redesign has definitely improved the model as intended.
Durably built to dive into deep corners and slalom down steep declines with absolute ease, this true trailblazer boasts a super-supportive frame and suspension system, allowing you to push every journey as hard and as fast you can. Built to Push the Limits Excelling on alpine rides and enduro runs, this fantastic Force comes kitted out with a Fox Float 36 Performance Elite fork on the front and a Fox Float DPX2 shock on the rear for unrivalled, impact-eating excellence. Helping to cushion every rowdy ride are the big and bold Schwalbe tyres, wrapped around the Stan’s NoTubes Flow MK3 wheels, rolling you from trail to trail with ultimate comfort and composure. Pushed on by a 12-speed SRAM GX Eagle drivetrain, this full-suspension superstar takes you to the highest peaks and deepest dives, with TRP hydraulic disc brakes on hand to curb your speed and enhance control. A brilliant bike for doing battle with everything the mountain has to offer, the Force Carbon Expert is an unbeatable, rowdy riding steed. Built, Tuned and Tested Rest assured that each bike is fully built, tested and tuned by Wiggle’s team of qualified bike mechanics to ensure your bike arrives in perfect condition. Find out which size fits you by clicking the size chart tab. Note: Manufacturer may reserve the right to change the specification of that listed or shown on this page.
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