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Origin
The Force arrived in 2015 as GT's answer to the enduro revolution — a long-travel 29er with the brand's unique High Pivot LTS suspension geometry. The idler pulley in the High Pivot system eliminates pedal kickback while maintaining chain tension at extreme suspension positions, borrowing technology from downhill racing.
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Specifications
- Frame
- Force Carbon 29" frame 160mm travel, High Pivot LTS suspension, 12x148mm thru-axle (Carbon Pro LE); Force Alloy 29" 150mm travel (Sport/Comp trims)
- Drivetrain
- SRAM GX Eagle 12-speed shifters; SRAM X01 Eagle rear derailleur; SRAM XG-1275 10-52T cassette; Truvativ Descendant 7K DUB 32T crankset (Carbon Pro LE). Alloy Sport runs MicroSHIFT Advent X 10-speed
- Brakes
- SRAM Code RSC hydraulic disc 220/200mm Centerline rotors (Carbon Pro LE); Tektro M275 180/180mm on alloy Sport
- Wheels
- 29"; WTB KOM Trail i30 32h tubeless-ready rims; Formula hubs (15x110 front, 12x148 rear)
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The verdict
+Strengths
- High Pivot LTS delivers exceptional traction and a remarkably controlled feel over rough enduro terrain
- Flip chip chainstay adjustment lets riders dial agility vs stability without tools at the trailhead
- Carbon builds are race-spec worthy: Code RSC brakes, X01 Eagle, and Zeb Ultimate leave nothing wanting
−Weaknesses
- High Pivot geometry can make the Force feel less playful and nimble on flowy blue trails
- Alloy Sport trim spec (MicroSHIFT 10-speed) feels mismatched against the capable suspension platform
- Heavier than some competitors' carbon enduro bikes due to the idler system complexity
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