How is The “Unconstrained” GT Grade AL 105 Road Bike Helping Road Riders Rebel?
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With a specification including plenty of Shimano components, an alloy hydroformed frame and hydraulic disc brakes, the GT Grade AL 105 Road Bike already looks like a good option.
However, it also claims to have some tricks up its sleeves to stand out from the crowd.
In the description from GT, they talk about a model that is “unconstrained” by guidelines on road bikes and is for “the kind of road rider who rebels against what road riding should be”.
How is this bike going against the rules and, more importantly, are road bikers impressed with this approach?
What benefits have buyers appreciated with this GT Grade AL 105 2015 Road Bike?
There are a lot of comments about the performance and feel of this bike that suggest that it does what is required in terms of comfort, a light weight and a smooth ride.
The use of the word “capable” may not seem like the best choice but there is a sense of dependency here and that user needs have been met by the quality of the ride and the components used.
The positive comments do not end here, however, and what makes this bike even more appealing to riders is the fact that it is not just a basic road bike for the commute to work.
There is a toughness to this product, enhanced by the stability of the steering and the clearance of the Continental Ultra Sport II tyres that gives it the appearance and feel of an all-terrain model.
Some users have said that it handles the hills and rough trails just as well as the smooth, flat roads.
On top of this, there is a lot of praise for the range offered by the 22 105 gears and there is the added bonus of double bottle cage mounts.
Are there any downsides to buying this slightly bulkier, more rugged GT Grade AL 105 Road Bike?
The performance of the bike across these different terrains is pretty well-received and the specification also seems to be up to the job, although some have considered upgrading the brake pads; the look of the bike, however, is open to some debate.
This really is a matter of preference but there are some riders that have marked it down for being unattractive because of the style of tape and that wish there were a few more colour choices available.
Summary: is the GT Grade AL 105 still recommendable with these issues in mind?
It is difficult to be critical of this bike when the majority of users are giving it a 5 star review and the most contentious issue is aesthetic. The final recommendation has to come down to the point of the purpose of the bike.
While the bulkiness and style may not be suitable for those looking for a small commuting bike with a bit of wow factor, the GT road bike’s high-end components, tough nature, and versatility mean it is as reliable for a quick trip across town as a Sunday ride in the country and it could be ideal for those riders that need one dependable bike for multiple uses.