Ghost Lanao Essential 27.5 AL W

The "Lanao Essential 27.5 AL W" model from Ghost, released in 2021, is a mountain bike that stands out for its solid spec and attractive value for money. The bike’s frame is made from LANAO AL and has a maximum load capacity of up to 120 kg, ensuring high stability and durability.

Braking performance is provided by Shimano BR-MT200 180 mm disc brakes, which, in combination with the Shimano BL-MT201 brake levers and the Rotor SM-RT10 180 mm Centre Lock front brake disc, ensure reliable deceleration and control. The bike’s gear system is supported by the Shimano Acera RD-M360 8-speed rear derailleur, the Shimano SL-M315 shift levers and the Shimano Tourney FD-TY700-TS6 front derailleur, enabling precise and smooth gear changes.

The SR Suntour XCM RL fork, with 100 mm of travel, provides comfortable suspension and damping on uneven terrain. The spec is rounded off by FPD NW-91K pedals and a Shimano BBUN101 bottom bracket. The crankset consists of a Shimano FC-TY301 with 42-34-24 tooth ratios, whilst the cassette is a Shimano CS-HG-200-8 with 12-32 teeth. Power is transmitted via a KMC Z51 chain.

The handlebars on the “Lanao Essential 27.5 AL W” are GHOST Low Rizer Light, with a width of 720 mm, a rise of 15 mm and a diameter of 31.8 mm. The grips are MTB Grip Set 135. The stem is a GHOST SP DC1 with a diameter of 31.6 mm.

The bike’s rims are Rodi Excalibur XC 19, fitted with Mitas Ocelot 27x2.10 tyres. The front and rear hubs are Shimano HB-TX505 QR (front 100 mm, rear 135 mm), and the spokes are Sapim 2.0.

The DDK 258 saddle, the GHOST SP DC1 seatpost with a diameter of 31.6 mm and the GHOST XC 68 seatpost clamp with a diameter of 34.9 mm round off the specification.

The “Lanao Essential 27.5 AL W” is available at a price of 549 EUR and offers a balanced combination of quality, performance and comfort, making it an attractive choice for both beginners and advanced mountain bikers.