Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
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 Times AL
Suspension Fork
GHOST AL Rigid
Rear Shock
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Drivetrain
Cassette
Gates Carbon Drive 22
Crank
Kappstein Doppio CX 46T
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula DC 42 QR
Rear Hub
Formula DC 20 QR
Rims
Rodi Airline 1 622x19 mm 32H
Tires
WTB Thickslick Comp 29x2.1
Brakes
Brakes
Magura MT 2 2/2 Piston 160 mm Disc
Cockpit
Stem
Satori HL STEALTH 6 Dia. 31.8 mm
Handlebar
Satori Deviant Bow 700 mm Rise 12 mm Dia. 31.8 mm
Headset
16358
Seat
Saddle
Brooks Cambium C17 Natural
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 | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| 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 Times 9.9 AL belongs to the Ghost Square model. Ghost launched 79 bikes of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2018 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Ghost Square Trekking 2.8 AL W 2018 is the cheapest bike model and costs 689$. Ghost Square Urban X7.8 AL W 2018 is the most expensive one and costs 1592$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Hybrid bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Hybrid bike you should know that the average price is 562$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Hybrid bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Average weight for Hybrid bikes
Hybrid bikes have an average weight of 13.85 kg (30.53 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
SQUARE Times 9.9 AL weighs 11.4 kg (25.13 lbs) and is much lighter than the average. In short, the average Hybrid bike weight is 21.49% higher than this one.
SQUARE Times 9.9 AL components
Fork material
SQUARE Times 9.9 AL has an aluminum fork, which doesn’t add too much extra weight to the bike. However, it is not so stiff as steel or carbon forks are.
Wheels size
The SQUARE Times 9.9 AL 2018 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, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Ghost SQUARE Times 9.9 AL is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
This bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.