GT Traffic 1.0

Traffic 1.0 is GT's top city bike.  Photo courtesy of  GT Bicycles.

The GT Traffic 1.0 is an aluminum 8-speed with disc brakes that retails for $660.

In a recent review, Adam Newman of the Bicycle Times sums up Traffic 1.0:

The Traffic is a solid platform for getting where you need to go and fun enough to take you a little bit beyond. While I will admit to being spoiled by some of the high-end bicycles we get to demo, I was impressed with the value of the build. Included are Shimano hydraulic disc brakes, full coverage fenders and even a bell. Add some lights and a lock and you’re off.

I would add that the Traffic 1.0 is built for wide tires.  It comes with 700 x 40c Schwalbe Roadcruiser tires that feature reflective sidewalls and puncture resistance.  These are quality tires -- I think they go for about $25 apiece -- and they should offer a cushy, flat-free ride and last for a long time.

Here are the specs:

Sizes:

	XS, S, M, L, XL
Frame:	NEW GT Traffic Triple Triangle 6061 series alloy, smooth welded, and hydroformed (TT,DT), forged drop-outs, chainstay disc mounts, all utility braze-ons
Fork:	GT Traffic fork with hydroformed alloy raked legs, Disc brake tabs, rack and fender eyelets, steel steerer.
Chain:	KMC Z72
Crank:	SR Suntour XCC 48/38/28t
Bottom Bracket:	Cartridge sealed
Pedals:	New GT high impact nylon platform
Front Derailleur:	Shimano FM-191
Rear Derailleur:	Shimano Altus RD-M310 8spd
Shifters:	Shimano Acera 8spd
Cog Set:	Sunrace CSM55 8-spd 11-32t
Rims:	Alex R500 disc specific aero profile
Tires:	700x40c Schwalbe Roadcruiser w/ puncture protection and reflective sidewalls
Hubs:	F: Formula Disc 32h; R: Formula Disc 32h Freehub
Spokes:	Stainless steel 14g
Nipples:	Brass CP
Brake:	Shimano BR-M355, Hydraulic Disc, W/ 160mm Rotor SM-RT56
Brake Levers:	Shimano Hydraulic Disc Brake Lever
Handlebar:	All New Melt forged Alloy Ahead type
Stem:	New GT 3D forged Alloy Ahead type
Grips:	GT Wing design
Headset:	Threadless Ahead
Saddle:	New GT Traffic saddle
Seat Post:	Alloy one bolt seat pillar
Seat Clamp:	Bolt type
Extras:	Polycarbonate full wrap front & rear fender
*All prices and specifications subject to change without notice.