It may be “throwback thursday” but the 2017 GT Performer Pro 26 looks much more than just a mere throwback…it’s the classic GT Performer re-imagined as modern-day 26″ cruiser.
BMXUnion.com got the sneak peek of the 2017 GT lineup earlier this week and part of that lineup is this super-sized version of the GT Performer.
Available in blue or white, it features a full cro-mo frame, fork and handlebar.
And while it has been updated with modern touches like 990-style brakes and a threadless headset there are still plenty of retro nods to keep the old schoolers happy.
Such notables include the classic Power Series cranks…
…and the iconic pierced seat tube and platform.
The mohawk hubs are also a nice touch and add to the old school look of the bike.
Top it all off with some 8os throwback graphics and you’ve got one cool looking ride.
If I was being nit-picky I would say I kinda wish they would’ve run a caliper brake on the back of the fork …Eddie Fiola-style…to round out the look.
But that’s an easy fix.
Face it, if you’re the old school type that would be interested in the Performer Pro…you’ve probably got an old Dia-Compe MX-1000 kicking around the garage anyway.
All in all, a cool “retro-inspired” bike from GT.
(All pics: BMXUnion.com)
cruiser revolution 
Here’s my money
now that´s nostalgia! i had a gt pro performer back in the days….
They could sell a lot of those cranks and hubs!
2 dynos in the garage and my Performer is out for powder coat, i think i need this
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Worth noting on this is I took some of the forward thinking geometry adjustments I did with the Model C to make this a little peppier to ride than your typical 26″ “cruiser”. It is meant to be shred. Enjoyed the post!
Thanks Ben!
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Love the all black tires, what brand and model number are they?
Thanks!
John