Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RST BLAZE
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Groupset Acera, Tourney -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
154cm - 167cm
MD
164cm - 176cm
LG
173cm - 185cm
XL
182cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
KATO AL
Suspension Fork
RST Blaze 100 mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera RD-M360 8-S
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tourney FD-TY700-TS6
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG-200-8 12-32
Crank
Shimano FC-TY301 42-34-24
Bottom Bracket
BB-Thun
Chain
KMC Z51
Pedals
FPD NW-91K
Wheels
Rims
Schürmann Yak Disc 25
Tires
Front: Mitas Ocelot 29x2.35, Rear: Mitas Ocelot 29x2.35
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro HD-M275 180 mm Disc
Brake Levers
Tektro HD-M275
Cockpit
Stem
Ground Fiftyone Dia. 31.8 mm
Handlebar
Ground Fiftyone Dia. 31.8 mm 0/700 mm (XS) 0/720 mm (S) 0/740 mm (M-L) 0/760 (XL)
Grips
MTB Grip
Seat
Saddle
Selle Italia X-Base
Seatpost
GHOST SP DC1 30,9 mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.564 mm | 1.521 mm | 1.484 mm | 1.447 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 314 mm | 314 mm | 314 mm | 314 mm |
| Front Center | 669 mm | 690 mm | 711 mm | 731 mm |
| Rake | 47 mm | 47 mm | 47 mm | 48 mm |
| Trail | 101 mm | 101 mm | 101 mm | 100 mm |
| Stack | 613 mm | 622 mm | 632 mm | 641 mm |
| Reach | 392 mm | 409 mm | 426 mm | 443 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 575 mm | 595 mm | 615 mm | 635 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 400 mm | 440 mm | 480 mm | 520 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 105 mm | 115 mm | 125 mm | 135 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 450 mm | 450 mm | 450 mm | 450 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1112 mm | 1133 mm | 1154 mm | 1175 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Standover Height | 715 mm | 735 mm | 765 mm | 780 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 154 cm | 164 cm | 173 cm | 182 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 167 cm | 176 cm | 185 cm | 199 cm |
About this model
Kato EQ 29 AL is a Ghost Kato model. There are 96 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2023 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Ghost Kato 20 Pro 2023 is the cheapest bike model and costs 530$. Ghost Kato FS Universal 2023 is the most expensive one and costs 2335$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 880$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Kato EQ 29 AL price is 116.48% smaller than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Kato EQ 29 AL components
Fork
The RST BLAZE is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels size
The Kato EQ 29 AL 2023 bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Ghost Kato EQ 29 AL has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 154 cm – 199 cm (5.05 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.