![]() ![]() I’m interested to take them back out onto the trail to see how they perform (and if there’s more power available now), but I really wonder: why did GT spec Formula brakes when they could have rounded out their full XT kit with the bomber, time-proven, XT stoppers for over $350 less? Stay tuned to my final review for more information on these brakes, but so far, they’re the only complaint I have about this bike. I took it back to the shop, got another bleed (for free), and right now they are feeling at least decent. I had them bled at my local shop, and then a couple days later, when I took the bike out for a ride, there was zero brake power. My test rig had been ridden before, and when I got the bike, I could tell that the brakes had significant air in the lines, and that the power wasn’t anything to brag about. However, I’m only about 100 miles of riding into my review, and I have been completely underwhelmed with the Formula brakes. With such expensive brakes, I expected the Formulas to be absolutely superb. Yes, Shimano XT brakes are literally less than half the price of the Formula brakes. This choice really confused me: the Formula brakes cost $349 per end, whereas Shimano XT brakes retail for $170 per end. The brakes, on the other hand, are Formula T1. Really, just look at the photos: the Force’s linkage can’t physically get lower, as it already incorporates the bottom bracket into it! Many times people don’t consider weight distribution when comparing bikes but it is definitely important to think about.” And GT has put the bulk of the weight even lower than Diamondback did. ![]() As I mentioned in my Diamondback Sortie 3 29er review, “having most of the weight low and at the center of the bike it handle and ride like a much lighter bike. While most suspension systems try to accomplish these same goals, GT, more than almost any other company, has really succeeded in getting the center of gravity (aka the rear shock, suspension linkage, and seat and chain stays) extremely low on the bike. For more deets on the suspension, check out this video from GT: The rear linkage is extremely low on the bike and is built right around the bottom bracket, making for an extremely low-and-stable center of gravity.ĭubbed by GT as an “Angle Optimized Suspension (AOS) Independent Drivetrain,” the idea is to offer the best pedaling efficiency and bump compliance possible.
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