Ghost SQUARE Urban Base U 2021
2021 Urban
Estimate price |
1,146$
Weight | 12.3 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Belt Drive -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
SQUARE Urban AL
Suspension Fork
GHOST AL Rigid
Rear Shock
-
Drivetrain
Cassette
Gates Carbon Drive Polymer Ceramic 24
Crank
Gates Carbon Drive S150 46T
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula DC 20 QR
Rear Hub
SRAM Automatix
Rims
Rodi Excalibur XC 622x19 mm 32H
Tires
Continental Contact Speed 37-622
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro HD-M285 2/2 Piston 160 mm Disc
Cockpit
Stem
GHOST SQUARE Dia. 31.8 mm
Handlebar
GHOST Low Rizer SQUARE 700 mm Rise 10 mm Dia. 31.8 mm
Headset
16358
Seat
Saddle
Justek 2059 HRN
Seatpost
Satori HL Comet 31.6 mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.62 mm | 1.63 mm | 1.66 mm | 1.69 mm |
| Front Center | 657 mm | 660 mm | 664 mm | 673 mm |
| Rake | 50 mm | 49 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Trail | 74 mm | 75 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| Stack | 638 mm | 643 mm | 666 mm | 685 mm |
| Reach | 393 mm | 395 mm | 402 mm | 405 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 582 mm | 597 mm | 612 mm | 627 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 470 mm | 520 mm | 570 mm | 620 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 160 mm | 165 mm | 185 mm | 205 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 457 mm | 457 mm | 457 mm | 457 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1107 mm | 1110 mm | 1114 mm | 1123 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Standover Height | 737 mm | 772 mm | 817 mm | 857 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
About this model
SQUARE Urban Base U completes the Ghost Square model. Ghost launched 79 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Ghost Square bikes models from 2021, here.
Model range prices
Ghost SQUARE CROSS Base WCrossbike Lanes 2021 is the cheapest bike model and costs 636$. Ghost SQUARE Urban Universal U 2021 is the most expensive one and costs 1592$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
General Urban bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a General Urban bike that is reliable is 499$. However, you could also get a good General Urban bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 1061$. If we compare this with the average General Urban bike cost we notice that the price is 112.63% higher.
Average weight for General Urban bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a General Urban bike, we get 13.11 kg (28.9 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
With a weight of 12.3 kg (27.12 lbs), Ghost bike is a bit lighter than average. In conclusion, the average General Urban bike weighs 6.59% more than SQUARE Urban Base U.
SQUARE Urban Base U components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of aluminum, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the SQUARE Urban Base U model has 700c aluminum wheels. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Ghost SQUARE Urban Base U has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
SQUARE Urban Base U comes in 4 sizes, that range from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.