Ghost Asket - Hardtrail
The hardtail is experiencing a revival at Ghost. According to Ghost marketing man Maxi Dickerhoff, you don't need a complicated rear triangle to have fun on the trail. With modern geometry, a little more suspension travel at the front and wide tyres, the new aluminium Askets should be the perfect companion for trail adventures.
The data
- Aluminium frame with 66.5° steering angle
- 130 mm suspension travel
- 1x11 circuits
- 35 mm short stem, 760 mm handlebars
- 27.5" Boost and 29" wheels
- Telescopic support with internal cable routing for all models
- Prices: 1600 to 2100 euros
There will be a total of four models of the aluminium Asket. Two each with 27.5" and two with 29" wheels. All models will be equipped with telescopic seatposts, simple drivetrains and, of course, high-quality tyres, depending on the area of use. The Asket should therefore be the perfect bike for everything from racing to pump track sessions.
Ghost Roket - Hardtail for adventurers
With the new Roket, Ghost is fully embracing the current bikepacking trend. The frame of the Asket is equipped with 27.5+ tyres. The suspension travel remains the same at 130 millimetres, but in combination with the wide tyres it should provide more safety and riding comfort off-road. Depending on your preference, Ghost offers the Roket with a 2x11 SLX or 1x11 XT drivetrain.
The data
- 130 mm suspension travel
- 2x11 or 1x11 drivetrain
- 27.5+ wheels
- Telescopic support with internally routed cable
The special highlight of the Backcountry series is the Roket X, the ultimate carefree bike with Pinion drive and a specially developed bag system. The saddle, frame and handlebar bag are already included in the price of the top model. The two cheaper models Roket 8 and Roket 5 can of course be upgraded with the practical panniers.
Stefan Frey
Editor
