One reason: the spectacular equipment for 2,000 euros with complete Ultegra and expensive Mavic wheels, which would have put it on a par with the mail-order bikes. For 300 euros less, the LC Tour 3 offers the same frame and even an Ultegra drivetrain. However, savings were made on other parts, which is reflected in an extra 680 grams of weight and, at least with the FSA brakes, also in their function: they have noticeably less bite than a Shimano brake system. To make matters worse, the rear brake cable rubs against the stops in the top tube. There is nothing to criticise about the well-shaped handlebars and the solid wheels. Nevertheless, the question arises as to whether a complete 105 groupset would not be a better offer. It remains confusing that the Tour and Race models have identical geometries.
CONCLUSION More of a sporty all-rounder than a typical comfort bike. Body with good gears, but weak brakes
OVERALL GRADE 2.0
Price 1,699 Euro
Weight 7.9 kilos
Info www.ghost-bikes.com
available in specialised shops
Weight frame/fork/steering bearing* 1,089/391/76 grammes
Frame sizes** XXS, XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL
Seat/top tube/head tube 560/560/167 mm
Stack/Reach/STR*** 571/385 mm/1.48
Drive FSA Gossamer Pro (50/34 t., Press-Fit)
Brakes/gears FSA Gossamer/Shimano 105/Ultegra
Wheels/tyres/weights**** Fulcrum Racing 5/Schwalbe Durano 25C (v/h: 1,176/1,685 grams)
*Weighed weights.
**Manufacturer's specification, test size bold.
***Stack/reach projected vertical/horizontal measurement from the centre of the bottom bracket to the top of the head tube; STR (Stack to Reach): 1.36 means a very stretched, 1.60 a very upright riding position.
****Wheel weights including tyres, cassette, quick release/threaded axles and brake discs if applicable.
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