Ghost Lanao Universal 27.5 AL

The "Lanao Universal 27.5 AL" model from Ghost, released in 2023, offers a balanced combination of performance and comfort at a price of 829 EUR. The bike’s frame is made of robust aluminium (ALUMINIUM LANAO AL) and contributes to a total weight of 14 kg, whilst the maximum load capacity is 120 kg.

Braking performance is provided by the Tektro HDM275 system with 180 mm disc brakes and matching brake levers, complemented by the Tektro TR18035 front brake disc. Gear changes are handled by the Shimano Alivio RDM3100 9-speed front derailleur and the Shimano Altus FDM370 rear derailleur, providing a total of 27 gears.

The Rock Shox Judy TK R fork, with 100 mm of travel, offers good shock absorption and thus contributes to a comfortable ride. The bottom bracket is a BBThun, and the crankset consists of Shimano FCMT101 443222 components. The cassette is a Shimano CSHG2009 1136, and power is transmitted via a KMC X9 chain.

The handlebars, a Ground Fiftyone with a diameter of 31.8 mm, come in different widths depending on the frame size: 700 mm (XS), 720 mm (S) and 740 mm (M). The grips are MTB-style, and the stem is 50 mm long with a 9-degree angle. The headset is type 14106.

The rims are Rodi Excalibur XC19 at the front and rear, laced with Sapim 2.0 spokes. The tyres are Mitas Ocelot, size 27x2.35, on both the front and rear. The front hub is a Shimano HBTX505 QR 100 mm and the rear hub is a Shimano FHTX505 QR 135 mm.

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

The bike’s geometry features a reach of 393 mm, a stack of 598 mm, a seat tube length of 400 mm and a top tube length of 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, the bottom bracket drop is 45 mm, the standover height is 710 mm and the wheelbase is 1089 mm. The crank length is 170 mm.

Overall, the “Lanao Universal 27.5 AL” is a well-equipped bike that is suitable for a variety of uses and impresses with its solid construction and high-quality components.