Ghost Square Cross Essential Mid 2023
2023 Urban
Estimate price |
1,261$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 65mm -
Fork RockShox Paragon Gold RL
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Groupset SX Eagle, SRAM -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
153cm - 163cm
SM
161cm - 171cm
MD
169cm - 179cm
LG
177cm - 188cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
SQUARE CROSS AL
Suspension Fork
Rock Shox Paragon Gold RL 65 mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM SX Eagle 12-S
Cassette
SRAM PG-1210 11-50
Crank
SRAM FC S650 38T
Bottom Bracket
SRAM Powerspline
Chain
SRAM SX Eagle
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano HB-TX505 QR 100 mm
Rear Hub
Shimano FH-TX505 QR 135 mm
Rims
Rodi Excalibur XC19
Tires
Front: Schwalbe Smart Sam Performance 47-622, Rear: Schwalbe Smart Sam Performance 47-622
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-MT200 160 mm Disc
Brake Levers
Shimano BL-MT200
Cockpit
Stem
Ghost Dia. 31.8 mm
Handlebar
GHOST Dia. 31.8 mm 680 mm
Grips
Velo VLG-1751D2
Headset
Strummer semi-integrated
Seat
Saddle
Justek 3050 HRN
Seatpost
GHOST SP DC1 31.6 mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.7 mm | 1.71 mm | 1.7 mm | 1.67 mm |
| Front Center | 625 mm | 628 mm | 643 mm | 664 mm |
| Rake | 49 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Trail | 72 mm | 71 mm | 71 mm | 71 mm |
| Stack | 632 mm | 637 mm | 651 mm | 665 mm |
| Reach | 371 mm | 372 mm | 382 mm | 398 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 563 mm | 578 mm | 593 mm | 613 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 420 mm | 470 mm | 520 mm | 560 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 150 mm | 155 mm | 170 mm | 185 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 458 mm | 458 mm | 458 mm | 458 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1076 mm | 1079 mm | 1094 mm | 1115 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Standover Height | 633 mm | 628 mm | 628 mm | 628 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 153 cm | 161 cm | 169 cm | 177 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 188 cm |
Model Overview
Square Cross Essential Mid is a Ghost Square model. Ghost released 79 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Ghost Square bikes models from 2023, here.
Model range prices
Ghost Square Cross Base AL W 2023 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 742$. Ghost Square Cross Essential 2023 on the other hand costs 1167$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Hybrid bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Hybrid bike is 562$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Hybrid bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
This bike was released in 2023 and its price was 1167$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Square Cross Essential Mid price is 107.65% more expensive than the average cost of a Hybrid bike.
Square Cross Essential Mid components
Fork
The Square Cross Essential Mid comes factory-installed with the RockShox Paragon Gold RL fork. This has a travel range of 65mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels
The Square Cross Essential Mid 2023 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Ghost Square Cross Essential Mid bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 153 cm – 188 cm (5.02 ft – 6.17 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.