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Force Carbon Pro
A 27.5″ carbon frame full suspension enduro bike with high-end components.
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$5,250| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 150 / 160mm |
| Fork | Fox Factory Float 36 |
| Shock | Fox Float DPX2 Factory |
| Wheels | 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | X01 Eagle, GX Eagle |
| Brakes | SRAM Guide R Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
Summary
The GT Force is a versatile enduro bike praised for its progressive geometry, suspension performance, and value. It excels in rough terrain with its Fox suspension and well-thought-out kinematics, though some models may feel heavy or under-spec'd in certain areas. The bike's agility and speed are frequently highlighted, making it a favorite for riders who prioritize performance over comfort.
Progressive geometry and versatile suspension setup
Excellent value with well-spec'd models
Agile and fast in rough terrain
Fox suspension across most models
Good all-around performance for enduro riding
Alloy frame only, no carbon option
Some models have underperforming brakes
Heavy weight affects climbing efficiency
Requires a committed riding style
Short dropper post on some sizes
The 150-millimeter-rear-travel, 170-front beast offers features and geometry that are impressively progressive.
BIKE MagazineGT has made a really capable bike with the Force 29 Expert at a very competitive price. An ideal first enduro bike.
BikeRadarIt’s not about being as comfortable as possible, it’s about being fast.
Enduro Mountainbike MagazineIf you are someone that doesn’t mind putting in a little extra effort when it comes to climbing for a bike that will obliterate almost anything you throw in front of it, then the force may be for you.
Loam WolfThis bike doesn’t hook up or chip away at your momentum even on the roughest trails so straight line speed is impressive.
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Oct 2020 · Christoph Bayer
Martin Maes is undoubtedly one of the fastest riders on the pro circuit and is causing a stir in both the enduro and downhill scene. He was one of the first riders to use a mullet setup. We were really excited to see how a replica of his modified GT Force Carbon Pro would fare on the trail.
Very agile and quick to change direction
Doesn't waste any energy
Super precise and direct
Brake rotors too small for (heavy) riders who are on the brakes more
Not a lot of reserves for big hits – you'll have to absorb those with your body
Top tube height and long seat tube limit your mobility
Feb 2020 · Luke Marshall
Race-built pedigree in a well-priced package with solid kit, but disappointing brakes let it down
Geometry and suspension kinematics are well thought out
Fox fork and shock give a balanced suspension feel
Good spec for the price
125mm dropper is a little short for a medium frame
TRP brakes let down a very good bike
Dec 2019
The GT Bicycles Force 29 is a brutish, all mountain 29er built with gravity-fiends in mind. It has some great characteristics but also some traits that could make it a bit much for certain applications.
Aug 2019 · Simon Silver
Following the footsteps of the GT Force 27.5 (look for our long term review soon), the new Force 29 is all in on the recent trend of long travel 29″ bikes, sporting 170mm up front, and 150mm in the rear. Throughout all three of its available models, the bike features a full alloy frame. Our test bike, the top spec’d ‘Pro’ model comes in at a reasonable price point of $4,700. Details Travel: 170mm front and 150mm rear Aluminum Frame SRAM GX Eagle 12 Speed 1X drivetrain with 500% range Boost hub spacing front and rear Metric shock spacing LTS
Feb 2019
The Force brings high value and EWS performance to riders who have no beef with a little beef.
Jan 2019 · Alan Muldoon
While £4k represents the starting point for some carbon enduro bikes, with GT you get the top of the range model. That model is the GT Force Carbon Pro.
The new LTS suspension is very capable.
Too many holes in the specification.
Jul 2018
GT is a brand like no other, there’s good reason that a retro tragic like myself has more GT’s in the garage than any other brand. GT is over 40 years old and has pushed the development of mountain bikes so hard, and the result was some very whacky results and some very popular designs …
Simple, solid, fuss-free.
Force feels short in the reach, choose a larger size for racing.
| Frame | All New Force Carbon, 150mm rear wheel travel, Carbon front/ Alloy rear frame, Boost 148 rear spacing, ISCG05 mounts, LockR pivots, Metric Trunnion shock mounts, coil shock compatible BB Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded |
|---|---|
| Fork | Fox Float Factory 36, 160mm, Kashima, FIT4 Damper, 3-Pos Adj, 15x110mm, tapered steerer Travel: 160mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Fox Float Factory DPX2 EVOL, 185x55mm, Metric Trunnion Travel: 150mm |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB, 73mm BSA |
| Headset | FSA Orbit C-40-ACB |
| Stem | Race Face Aeffect, 6061 Alloy, 35mm clamp, 40mm |
| Handlebar | Race Face Aeffect, 35mm clamp, 20mm rise, 9° sweep, 5° rise, 780mm |
| Saddle | Fabric Scoop Shallow Sport |
| Seatpost | KS LEV Ci Carbon dropper, Southpaw remote, 31.6, 100mm (S) 125mm (M), 150mm (L/XL) Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | n/a |
| Grips | GT Statement2 Double Lock-on Grips |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM X01 Eagle |
|---|---|
| Crank | Truvativ Descendant 7K, Dub, 32T |
| Shifters | SRAM GX Eagle, 1x12 |
| Cassette | SRAM XG-1295, X01 Eagle, 10-50, 12-speed |
| Chain | SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed |
| Brakes | SRAM Guide R hydro disc, 200/180mm Centerline Rotors Type: SRAM Guide R Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | SRAM Guide R hydro disc |
| Rims | Stan's NoTubes Flow MK3, 32h, tubeless ready |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Stainless Steel, 14g |
| Front Hub | All Terra Alloy Disc 15x110 front, 12x148 rear, 6 Bolt |
| Rear Hub | All Terra Alloy Disc, 6-bolt, Boost front and rear |
| Tires | Schwalbe Magic Mary Performance, 27.5 x 2.35", tubeless ready |
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Last updated July 25
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