It’s Over For GT Bikes…

[@flynbenny]

I had a job that I thought was going to be my 'forever' job, take me to retirement. I thought I would be there for 25 years, I loved what I was doing, I had just been promoted, I loved my customers and what I was doing. Then the leadership started flying the company into the ground, so mid-year I found myself in a different job where I make a lot less money and have to struggle to understand what I am doing. The silver lining has been flexible hours and working from home: I have gained so much health, lost 60 lbs, and ride my bikes almost every day. I am thankful to have a job at all, and especially the time and resources to have turned my health around, which might have never happened without losing the job I was all jazzed about. I hope Phil and any impacted GT staff find fulfilling (and lucrative) gigs soon.

[@biosfearmag]

Health is wealth. Took me too long to figure that one out.

[@dennisfloyd8514]

Matty, I remember seeing you with the sea dogs way back when. You had a couple hits that day. I love your videos but it’s also pretty cool knowing I saw you play here in New England. I unfortunately I didn’t see you play with the Sox at Fenway, unless you count TV. It must have been pretty cool to play in that old park. You got to love what many of us dream of. Keep up the good work buddy!

[@AndrewSmyk]

My first BMX was a GT Mach One. Wish I still had that bike. The local bike store was a GT dealer, had so many GT stickers on everything I owned.

[@JGomez-ju3wo]

That’s a cool job to have on a resume. Not many people can say they played professionally. Love the videos 👍🏽

[@farwoodfarm9296]

When I was growing up riding BMX in the 90's The top BMX Brands seemed to be in this order Haro, GT, Dyno(Owned by GT at the time), Mongoose.....You are right, end of an era.

[@KJ-bz3ol]

OMG bro, don't forget Redline! Remeber those Redline cranks your parents would never buy you back in the BMX days? Made good frames too.

[@DannyPimienta]

Forgot about Dyno…Diamondback was fairly popular too. But it was definitely GT and Haro at the top. I remember the split between having a rotor or a gyro on your bike so you could spin the handlebars 360. 😂

[@zackg5046]

I remember my first pair of shiny chrome Flight cranks.........

[@barfo281]

Sierra (outdoors store owned by TJ Maxx) sometimes has GT and Diamondback bikes for $200 and below......but most of their inventory is 2X drivetrains. Earlier this year, they also had Mongoose fat bikes for $300ish. They also have really good deals on mountain bike shoes and other gear.

[@MichaelS-pr9qn]

Been loving your videos since i found your channel, Thank you for sharing your story Matty!

[@jacklafleur]

Thank you for being so revealing and drawing the parallels.

[@KJ-bz3ol]

Just got love for you Matty. Thats all. I know comments help. So, I'm just sending biker love bruh. I'm old skool nostalgic too. I FEEL you. Hope you feel the love and keep sending out vids.

[@thebdceigal]

Thanks for sharing your story, that’s a real life story and relates to a lot of people in a lot of different fields. Everyone has struggles but there’s always light at the end of the tunnel. Keep up the great content!

[@Barliors]

dang. I just got the zaskar off your video, no regrets I love it, first mtb, been to 3 different nice trail sets now and have a Bentonville trip planned. only really took it for the value though mtb is an expensive hobby, but now I'm hooked haha

[@MattyActive]

That’s awesome! I’m glad you got one, it’s definitely a great bike, I’m definitely keeping my GT bike as well. I really appreciate you watching the videos!

[@tonkshred]

My heart goes out to Hans Rey!!!

[@FuwaFuwaOfficial]

Why? He was probably getting paid for 100 years or whatever for.. some reason. He hasn't got anything to complain about.

[@JeffHebert]

I had a GT Mach One bmx bike back in the 80s and a GT Zaskar in the 90s. Good times!

[@christopherward9230]

Wow, sorry to hear about your baseball career and how it came to such a abrupt ending. TBH Matty I didn't know your history as such, I just know you as "Matty Active" the bloke who loves mt biking over the Atlantic in the Colorado area, and watched you progress overtime. Sometimes 💩 happens for a reason Matty, and im sure you would have preferred the professional sportsman route, and then maybe gotten into the mtb scene, and maybe im wrong. You definitely found a door that was ajar and you opened it up Matty, so stay strong fella, and never forget the past, and always keep one eye definitely on the future. HAPPY CHRISTMAS Matty, to you and your family and friends, and to all those around the world who you have continued to entertain here on YT 🎄❤🇬🇧🤝🇺🇲

[@MTBBoomer]

Every closed door leads to one that will open 😉

[@bermchasin]

at least you got a good looking bike before they shut down

[@southernebiking]

Yamaha did the same thing with their Ebikes. Was able to get some great deals on them, but they have pulled from the u.S market. Weather, regular bike or electric bike.The market is being flooded.

[@theshovel-repairman914]

Gary Turner ( Craig Turner) is still cracking out bikes

[@daniellarson3068]

You are right about the being let go thing. You can do a lot of soul searching. The years pass and you eventually realize that it wasn't your fault.

[@scottkoresky5879]

Don’t ever change Matty! Things around the industry will always change but you be you. That’s what we like.

[@CnyMTB]

Of course GT is on pause, not closing down. They could sell through stock and get past the downturn the whole industry is in right now and start selling again after a while. I just purchased a carbon sensor from GT, probably picking up a labomba and fury in a few months

[@Generali087]

Still hemming and hawing over a Fury. I already have a Grade that i got for a steal earlier in the summer. I need to buy some derailleur hangers.

[@alainbergeron1675]

From Montreal Canada! I had no idea you were a pro baseball player. My brother had a best friend growing up that became a pro baseball player, his name was Julian Tucker. Keep up the good work with your videos I really enjoy them

[@Moondoggy1941]

I was in BMX during the mid 70's no store bought BMX here, I went to the swap meet and purchased the parts and built my Frankenstein bike. Those dirt jumpers look great but my knees so it would have to be a MTB.

[@atlanticalvenom4410]

I'ma try to keep my GT bike for a long time it's gonna be like a trophy in a couple of years

[@That_Stealth_Guy]

Sadly it comes at no surprise the GT is doing this, and I am sure other bike brands are on the hook too. I just hope my beloved Cannondale( it is owned by the same parent company as GT bikes) doesn't die off with a whimper as well.

[@samthecat8829]

I hope GT comes back. I have a GT Arrette hybrid from probably early 90's, rare model with cantilever brakes. Still such a good bike, shifts and stops perfectly, super smooth ride. They go for up to 450 on ebay in good condition. Cool to hear about your baseball career. Here's to new chapters. Keep making great videos.

[@3BrothersExtreme]

Another great video! Thanks for the inspiration! Especially for small channels like ours! Just doing what we love and riding bikes!

[@daytch9485]

I think they are in with the conglomerate that own Cannondale, cervelo, etc as well as other big commodities, and gt probably doesn't return the dividends

[@MattyActive]

That’s what I was thinking honestly

[@RichardVanMeter-r5p]

Really like the look of that dirt jumper I think I agree peanut butter grips I like the red but it would go much better with the gum Wall tires one of those natural looking saddles might look good on there as well

[@oiyile1971]

Happy I got one on a crazy sale😂

[@oiyile1971]

Thank you for the video on the Zaskar Elite!

[@Radnature]

I knew I scooped up a few bikes way too cheap for a reason…. sucks seeing my childhood brand die along with Redline. Gonna enjoy my Force a lil extra now.

[@johnwilkins3995]

Interesting, didn’t know you were a pro baseball player. You’re a cool dude. Enjoy your personality and wisdom.

[@Whitecat76]

I erased NBL and ABA expert and professional in GT was like the top even over mongoose unless you had one of the new titanium bikes

[@enshinx]

Sad to hear about GT, still remember my first RED GT back in like 1999, had such impact on me that I bought a RED GT Avalanche last year to get that feeling again. Had amazing time with it, but now I regret selling it for a double suspension had I known it would been a nice bike to keep. Will always be my favorite brand

[@TheRiotMTB]

I just went thru the same thing at my job and had to resign on a high note cus I knew what was coming. Taking a step back and recalculating my options making the best choice going forward. It all works out in the end I feel if you stop chasing the money the money will chase you. Many blessings for all of you in the year 2025.

[@OneKING_77]

Man I just sold my childhood 1999 GT performer 2 weeks ago. Not sure if the prices are going to go up or down but that timing is wild. It's been hanging at my mom's house for the past 15 years and I JUST brought it back to my house 2 weeks ago to sell.

[@dannyferguson9415]

Seems like most, if not all workers have little or no job security. I was surprised that even "professionals" who get six figures feel that way too. We need to look out for each other because no one else will. Keep up the good wonk . Your videos are not just entertaining, they warm the soul.

[@the3rddeck78]

Hey Matty. I always watch your great content. You should review the new Trek Marlin 5,6, or 7. Trek has done some great changes to the bike

[@MattyActive]

I plan to try to get my hand hands on them!

[@Sixbillion1]

Getting let go can happen at any job for a multitude of different reasons.

[@SHWELL11]

There should be no surprise. A lot of brands gambled after the Pandemic settled down. The new Tariffs for Chinese that are likely to hit in 2025, more brands and companies will be forced to close up shop, or transition to a new Business plan. My last "New Bike" purchase was in 2020, and I dont foresee myself buying another new bike ever again. Bike prices got out of hand, and now we have to live with the Correction.. I am seeing the same thing in the Firearm Industry..

[@BongDonkySecret77]

My uncle pitched for SF Giants in early 80's. He ended up ruining his career over a shoulder injury from a slide, in swimming pool. Shit can be over in an instant.

[@fredEVOIX]

always sad but not surprising older brands whether in north america, uk or europe struggle with the internet transition for many reasons, media coverage, advertising, but also price comparisons and the increase in competitors, hopefully they will find a niche in the market and focus on it

[@gfxman14]

GT is a classic, especially on hardtails. Legacy brand that didn't make the best adjustments to stay relevant in the industry. When Dick's stopped carrying GT it was signs something bigger was coming.

[@lindseyarnold5074]

End of an era!

[@icantgivecredit871]

Preeeeetty sure GT was preparing to reinvent itself entirely. I recall reading something about this on their site. It's a given they would be clearing their current lineup.

[@visualpun650]

Some would say GT stopped being GT when they were sold off (the first time) in 1998.

[@johnbarton383]

I’m now looking at gravel bike or cross country bikes! Any recommendations? I definitely appreciate your knowledge on bikes 👍🏼

[@jfs116]

Why are you writing off GT in a instant? Also when you got your La Bamba I’ve looked all over. I can’t find one for under $500. That’s in really good condition.

[@RichardVanMeter-r5p]

I often wondered what was happening with GT after they left DSG what I heard on one video was quite similar to what I have thoughts I had thought with the avalanche it would be an advantage to slacking the head tube angle tapered headset a 1X And a free hub

[@PedalHeadz]

He probably already is stunting Another frame company ( Trek )

[@PedalHeadz]

Probably not on the Trek though. dude has mad boost skills would be interesting to see him on a Roscoe 9 on a DH

[@corvettec5dave]

I still have my 1997 GT LTS 2000 bought it new.

[@johnsheetz6639]

Nooo! GTs on my list I hope I can find one before they're all gone. Even though I already have too many bikes.😢

[@RockMumbles]

We still have my 1992 GT Zaskar

[@PeterCPRail8748]

I saw this with paintball in the mid-2000s. They grew too big too fast. Started charging assinine prices for everything. 2008 crash killed paintball, and it went back to a fringe passtime sport. The mtb bike industry is doing the same thing, and the post covid economy has started killing the industry off to such a point where it will never recover fully.

[@50whatnomadtravelnursemtb5]

This is GT’s second or maybe 3rd death, their heyday was on the 1990’s

[@IMTB2.]

Phil with skills. Gt bikes😢

[@johndef5075]

GT once a mainstream brand slowly became an outlier.

[@stephencooper5040]

Tell your homie to reach out to TheBooniesHQ. They do mostly skateboarding content, but BMX and skating have always been closely aligned.

[@BongDonkySecret77]

Do you dig the GT over the SE Jumper? I would rather have the SE. Even though they are not the company they once were.

[@jasonlindquistmedia]

Remember my first BMX bike was a GT.

[@timwhitburn6260]

Aren’t GT part of the PON group? Huge money you would think with that group? If so you’d think they’d carry the brand?

[@MattyActive]

Yea it’s PON, I’m guessing they are the Lowest selling brand under the umbrella but who knows

[@timwhitburn6260]

@ yeah I guess at some point you have to stop flogging a dead horse

[@miketeiml6515]

Guess I got lucky getting my 24" gt pro series then eh, such a shame they are pausing production and selling off the stock they have..

[@joshakaoger69]

I grew up on gt I had a dyno I got when I was a teenager lasted forever and aggressor mtn bike my dad passed down ... I have a trek now because it was cheaper and wasn't gt available during pandemic for my size 🤯 I would love a 29 BMX but even if I sold my mtn I'm to broke for anything

[@joshakaoger69]

WAIT 🤣 THEY ARE CHEAP I DONT NEED THE PRO 1K ONES SO $500/$600 🤔 MIGHT HAVE TO SELL MY MARLIN 7

[@joshhas99problems]

I bet they will keep making their department store garbage and pause the high end bike store offerings

[@Sixbillion1]

Obviously. Where do you think the money for research and development of higher end bikes comes from? The bread and butter IS the cheaper bikes at Dicks etc…

[@donparsons1237]

Your in luck because Pon owns a few other bike brands so the gt frame style will end up in the other cycle brands.. Gt is a box store bike and comes with cheap components,,, buy the time you threw on cheap aftermarket parts you'll end up with a cheap bike... buy a quality brand and rep the rewards. Better sprokets,,, brakes,,, fork,,, tires,,, rims,,, hubs and frame... I ran cheap bikes years ago,,, ive moved up to the next level and haven't had to up grade anything... 😂 Western Canada Don

[@augmented2nd666]

if GT disappears but Cannondale doesnt I will be disgusted. GT has 100x the brand power Cannondale ever has. Everyone knows about GT bikes. Whether its Hans Rey, Jamie Bestwick, Dave Voelker, Tom Justice, Tate Roskelley or Trevor Meyer. GT has always had amazing riders, legendary timeless designs and an image that sets them apart. I might not have a GT BMX, but I do still have my aggressor 29 which gets the job done for mild fun trail and gravel times.

[@jeffpless5036]

I'm just glad I didn't pull the trigger on the Mike's Bikes $799 (56% off) special on the GT Zaskar. It's clearly a fire sale. Instead, I bought a Trek Roscoe 8 yesterday for $1,600 (33% off). But, that bike wont need upgrading and Trek is still in business, for now anyway. The auto industry is up next. Over inventory, over priced, low quality, and people aren't buying anymore. It's going to get ugly...

[@MrQmason]

Keep them RED grips !

[@predictiveprogramming3760]

Red grips. Red Sox.

[@filipdrs8998]

Its bad mostly because i just made one of my homies buy a gt force mostly because of the quality and warranty on it. I also wanted to buy the new gt force. Sad to see such s good and old brand go. Loved their bikes and i hope they might get resurrected in the near future. Anyway it is sad to see them go but it sadly happens

[@KieraKA216]

Sorry, but I cant with all the clickbait "it's over for x" or "you don't need x bike" contemt. I had to unsub. I hope you can find a better niche in the community, but every video is the same lately and so negative.

[@Sixbillion1]

I’m glad someone said it. This channel has become so pretentious. I unsubbed a while back but the videos still pop up sometimes and it’s the same nonsense every time. The way he talks you’d think he’s been into bikes forever and not just started at covid, yet he knows it all. I miss the guy who was enthused about riding bikes and trying new bikes etc. I can’t take advice from someone who brings their bike to a shop to get a tube changed lol

[@_Zane__]

GT is just pretty much a shell of its former self, just a sub brand of a parent conglomerate

[@mattj6676]

Someone will probably buy the brand and start putting it on their bikes. I hope it's a good one, but it's a hard line of business where it seems like you need to be either super cheap to sell at Walmart or super expensive where you'll be taken seriously by enthusiasts. The world needs a good quality 1000 dollar-ish bike for the folks who want to ride "seriously" but not make a career out of it.

[@mmilne17]

Let me guess, the MTB industry is doomed. Everybody sell your bikes and get out while you can

[@Sixbillion1]

Haha that’ll be his next video. Pretentious channel it’s become

[@melbournechugging2999]

Releasing so called bicycles every year then calling it new is all a lie My 2019 bike is just as good as a 2025 model

[@Truth_Spoken]

Sucks, my first mountain bike was a GT.

[@thermalf]

Sorry to say I had not even heard of GT Bikes. Probably as I'm a road cyclist or just out of touch? 🚲

[@carlosgabin5215]

I rather see them close up now before completely ruining there name. Back in the day they were only high end bike now some lower ones.

[@Moondoggy1941]

Was GT bikes owned by a private equity firm?

[@abstraddic0442]

Mongoose makes GT. I own a Gt Sensor love it.

[@barfo281]

Mongoose does NOT make GT. They are owned by the same company.

[@theOrkinMan1]

👍🏼

[@5280MTM]

Chris Akrigg was crushing it on Mongoose over a decade ago. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nKDLgYhppamjfLc kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJ2ng5eIhshspbM

[@fedricojgarza464]

Very interesting i round who be 2 place to fail in 2025 1.GT 2.? Walmart and other big box stores be in a corner saying yaaa 😊🎉

[@mtbdawg4987]

They need stop making ugly and weird bike frames and start making bikes that look good and normal

[@comounaverdura]

We love wasting your videos.