Ghost Lanao Essential 27.5 AL

The 2023 "Lanao Essential 27.5 AL" model from Ghost is a robust and versatile mountain bike that stands out for its high-quality components and excellent value for money. It is available at a price of 729 EUR and offers a solid foundation for both beginners and advanced riders.

The bike’s frame is made of aluminium (ALUMINIUM LANAO AL), providing a balanced combination of stability and lightness. The maximum load capacity is 120 kg, whilst the bike itself weighs 14 kg.

The braking system on the Lanao Essential 27.5 AL comprises Tektro HDM275 180 mm disc brakes and matching brake levers (Tektro HDM275). The front brake disc is a Tektro TR18035 model, which ensures reliable braking performance under various conditions.

Gear shifting is handled by a Shimano Acera RDM360 8S with a Shimano Tourney FDTY700TS6 front derailleur, providing a total of 24 gears. The fork is an RST Blaze with 100 mm of travel, ensuring a comfortable ride on uneven terrain. The crankset is a Shimano FCTY301 423424, complemented by a BBThun bottom bracket and a Shimano CSHG2008 1232 sprocket. Power is transmitted via a KMC Z51 chain.

The cockpit consists of a Ground Fiftyone handlebar with a diameter of 31.8 mm and a width of 720 mm, as well as a stem of the same diameter, 50 mm in length and with a 9-degree angle. The grips are MTB Grip models, which ensure a secure grip.

The bike’s rims are Rodi Excalibur XC19, fitted to both the front and rear, laced with Sapim 2.0 spokes. The tyres are Mitas Ocelot 27x2.35, fitted to both the front and rear. The hubs are from Shimano: the HBTX505 QR 100 mm model at the front and the FHTX505 QR 135 mm model at the rear.

The saddle is a Selle Italia XBase, mounted on a GHOST SP DC1 seatpost with a diameter of 31.6 mm and secured by a GHOST XC 68 seatpost clamp with a diameter of 34.9 mm.

The bike’s geometry offers a good balance between comfort and control. The reach is 393 mm and the stack is 598 mm. The seat tube is 400 mm long, whilst the top tube measures 570 mm. The head tube angle is 68 degrees and the seat tube angle is 74 degrees. The head tube is 115 mm long, the chainstay length is 430 mm and the bottom bracket drop is 45 mm. The standover height is 710 mm and the crank length is 170 mm. The bike’s wheelbase is 1089 mm.

In summary, the Ghost Lanao Essential 27.5 AL offers a well-thought-out package of technical features and components, making it an attractive choice for mountain bike enthusiasts who value quality and reliability.