The geometry gives a clear direction: downhill, and fast! The wheelbase is long, the steering angle is slack - the Last Asco literally has shooting in its blood. Our test bike in size 190 is unfortunately very large and can only be compared with the values of the competition to a limited extent. But even with a size smaller, the reach of 470 millimetres would still be on the long side. Nevertheless, the super steep seat angle creates an upright and propulsion-orientated riding position with a lot of pressure on the front wheel.
At the beginning of the test, fast acceleration was still suppressed by the somewhat lively rear end.
suppressed. With increased compression damping, however, things calmed down a little. When the gradient turns into a descent, the high front end and wide cockpit exude a lot of confidence.
safety. The Flexpivot rear suspension with Deluxe Ultimate shock responds sensitively. The 130 millimetres of travel lead to a strong progression early on. In combination with the low weight, the bike can be effortlessly manoeuvred and pulled into flight mode on any off-road edge. The disadvantage: the suspension does not provide a remarkably plush ride feel. The Pike was also surprisingly firm. The reason for this was the Rockshox Volume spacer. Without tokens, however, the fork willingly releases the suspension travel and eases the situation on bumpy trails.
Conclusion from Peter Nilges, BIKE test manager:
"The Last Asco reminds us of the confidence of an all-mountain bike on the descents. Long tours are a breeze with the right setup and thanks to the lightweight construction. A classy all-rounder for demanding terrain."
Technical data and notes on the Last Asco
General information
- Price: 8399 Euro¹
- Frame material: Carbon
- Frame size: 179 / 180 / 190 / 200 (tested in 190 / 46 cm)
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Measured values
- Weight without pedals: 11.93 kg
- Frame weight without shock: 1942 g
- Weight of wheels: 4318 g
- Handlebar width: 800 mm
- Front / rear suspension travel: 144 / 132 mm
Equipment
- Fork: Rockshox Pike Ultimate Debonair Charger 3
- Shock: Rockshox Deluxe Ultimate
- Crank: Sram GX Eagle
- Gear system: Sram GX Eagle 1 x 12
- Gear ratio / bandwidth: 30; 10-52 / 520 %
- Brake system / Disc (front / rear): Sram G2 RSC / Sram G2 / 200 mm / 180 mm
- Telescopic post / stroke / Ø: Bike Yoke Divine / 160 mm / 31.6 mm
- Wheels: Newmen XA30 SL
- Tyres: Maxxis Minion DHF; 3C MaxxTerra Exo Protection TR / Dissector; 3C MaxxTerra Exo Protection TR / 29 x 2.40
- Ease of maintenance: good
Bike test rating²: very good 201.3 out of 250
¹ Price may be subject to additional costs for packaging, dispatch and coordination.
² The BIKE judgement reflects the laboratory measurements (BIKE laboratory measurement) and the subjective impression of the test riders.
The BIKE judgement is independent of price. BIKE judgements: super (250-205 P.), very good (204.75-180 P.), good (179.75-155 P.), satisfactory (154.75-130 P.), with weaknesses (129.75-105 P.), unsatisfactory (104.75-0 P.).
Max Fuchs
Editor
