Ghost Road Rage 4.8 LC 2018
2018 Road
Estimate price |
3,024$
Weight | 8.5 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Rival -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
ROAD RAGE LC
Suspension Fork
GHOST LC Rigid
Rear Shock
-
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Rival 11-S
Front Derailleur
SRAM Rival
Cassette
SRAM PG 1170 11-32
Crank
SRAM Rival 46/36
Wheels
Rims
Fulcrum Racing 700 Wheelset CX 12x100 mm
Tires
WTB Exposure Road TCS 700x32c
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Rival 2/2 Piston Flat Mount 160 mm Disc
Cockpit
Stem
Ground Fiftyone Dia. 31.8 mm
Handlebar
Ground Fiftyone Race WB 440 mm Dia. 31.8 mm
Headset
HS0004
Seat
Saddle
Fizik Antares R7
Seatpost
Ground Fiftyone 31.6 mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 0.195 mm | 0.19 mm | 0.186 mm | 0.182 mm | 0.178 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 274 mm | 275 mm | 275 mm | 276 mm | 276 mm |
| Front Center | 584 mm | 597 mm | 606 mm | 620 mm | 631 mm |
| Rake | -215 mm | 64 mm | 235 mm | 548 mm | 778 mm |
| Trail | -556 mm | 5908 mm | 2371 mm | 1544 mm | 1334 mm |
| Reach | 353 mm | 365 mm | 375 mm | 387 mm | 398 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 499 mm | 519 mm | 539 mm | 562 mm | 584 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 55 ° | 55 ° | 53 ° | 52.5 ° | 52.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 445 mm | 465 mm | 482.5 mm | 505 mm | 530 mm |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 135 mm | 150 mm | 165 mm | 180 mm |
| Wheelbase | 414 mm | 414 mm | 416 mm | 419 mm | 421 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 74 mm | 74 mm | 73 mm | 73 mm | 72 mm |
| Standover Height | 740 mm | 758 mm | 776 mm | 796 mm | 821 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
Model Overview
Road Rage 4.8 LC completes the Ghost Road model. There are 16 bikes that carry this model name.
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.
Gravel bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Gravel bike you should know that the average price is 2462$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Gravel bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
At the moment of the release date, Ghost Road Rage 4.8 LC price was 2760$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Road Rage 4.8 LC price is 12.1% more expensive than the average cost of a Gravel bike.
Average weight for Gravel bikes
The average weight for Gravel bikes is 8.13 kg (17.92 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
With a weight of 8.5 kg (18.74 lbs), Ghost bike is slightly heavier than average. In other words, this model is 4.55% heavier than the average Gravel bike.
Road Rage 4.8 LC components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of carbon, so, it is super light and stiff. In conclusion, a carbon fork gives you great control when steering, and is also more forgiving.
Wheels
The wheels on Road Rage 4.8 LC are the 700c aluminum type. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Ghost Road Rage 4.8 LC is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. 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
Ghost Road Rage 4.8 LC bike has 5 sizes, in the range of 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.