Rose GROUND CONTROL 4

The "GROUND CONTROL 4" model from Rose is a high-quality mountain bike that stands out for its robust construction and excellent specifications. Priced at 2499 EUR, it offers excellent value for money for ambitious mountain bikers.

The frame of the GROUND CONTROL 4 is made of aluminium and is available in the colour Matt Lazy Blue M-29. It has a suspension travel of 120 mm and weighs approximately 2792 g. The bike weighs in at 13.5 kg, making it a lightweight yet stable companion on the trails.

The bike’s front brakes are SRAM DB G2 RSC, finished in matt black and measuring 950 mm in length. The drivetrain consists of a SRAM X01 Eagle, which offers a 12-speed system. This is complemented by the SRAM GX Eagle shifter, also featuring a 12-speed system.

Suspension is provided by a Rock Shox PIKE SELECT+ CHARGER 3 RC2 fork, finished in black and designed for 29" Boost wheels. It also offers 120 mm of travel and a 44 mm offset. The rear shock is a Rock Shox Deluxe Select+ RT, Debonair in black, with a length of 190 mm.

The bike is supplied without pedals, giving the buyer the freedom to choose their preferred pedals. The crankset consists of a Truvativ Stylo 7K Eagle with 32 teeth and a length of 175 mm. The cassette is an SRAM GX-1275 Eagle with a 12-speed setup and a range of 10–52 teeth.

The handlebars are Reverse H-Bar with a diameter of 31.8 mm, whilst the grips are Reverse STAMP in black/black. The stem is a Reverse LEAD in black, 60 mm long. The tyres are Schwalbe Nobby Nic Evo, Super Ground, TLE in size 29x2.4, fitted to a DT Swiss XM 1700 Spline wheelset.

The saddle is a Rose Edition by Selle Italia in black and the seatpost is an e*thirteen Vario Infinite Dropper Post in stealth black, made of aluminium with a diameter of 31.6 mm, a length of 430–460 mm and a travel of 120–150 mm (preset to 150 mm).

The frame geometry comprises a reach of 410 mm, a stack of 572 mm, a seat tube length of 410 mm and a top tube length of 558 mm. The head tube angle is 67 degrees and the seat tube angle is 75 degrees. The head tube length is 105 mm, the chainstay length is 424.5 mm and the top tube height is 741 mm. The wheelbase is 1111 mm and the bottom bracket height is 340 mm.

Overall, the GROUND CONTROL 4 from Rose offers an outstanding combination of stability, lightness and excellent features, making it an ideal companion for challenging trails.