Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Travel Rear 120mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
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Groupset NX Eagle -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
155cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 184cm
LG
181cm - 193cm
XL
191cm - 205cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Ground Control, aluminium, Boost, BSA 73, 120mm travel, approx. 2792g, *evil pepper green XL-29
Suspension Fork
Rock Shox RECON Silver RL, Solo Air, 120mm, black matt 29''
Rear Shock
Rock Shox Deluxe Select+ RT, black 190mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX EAGLE, 12-speed, black
Shift Levers
SRAM NX EAGLE 12 Speed black
Cassette
SRAM Eagle, 12-speed, black 11-50
Bottom Bracket
BSA, 73mm, threaded
Chain
SRAM SX Eagle, 12-speed, grey 116 L
Pedals
delivered without pedals
Wheels
Rims
Sunringlé Düroc 35 Comp, 12x148TA, Boost, TLR, black 29"
Tires
Continental Mountain King, black/black 29x2.3
Brakes
Brakes
Rear wheel: Shimano BL-MT200, black
Cockpit
Stem
Reverse LEAD, black 60mm
Handlebar
Reverse H-Bar, Ø31,8mm
Grips
Reverse STAMP black/black
Seat
Saddle
Selle Italia X-Base, black
Seatpost
e*thirteen Vario Infinite Dropper Post, 150-/180mm stealth black, aluminium 31,6mm/490-520mm/150-180mm Hub (180mm voreingestellt)
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.4 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.29 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 340 mm | 340 mm | 340 mm | 340 mm |
| Front Center | 687 mm | 724 mm | 753 mm | 782 mm |
| Rake | 38 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm |
| Trail | 110 mm | 112 mm | 112 mm | 112 mm |
| Stack | 565 mm | 599 mm | 608 mm | 618 mm |
| Reach | 403 mm | 428 mm | 453 mm | 478 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 551 mm | 579 mm | 607 mm | 634 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 75 ° | 75 ° | 75 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 410 mm | 440 mm | 470 mm | 500 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 105 mm | 105 mm | 115 mm | 125 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 417 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1104 mm | 1156 mm | 1185 mm | 1214 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 16 mm | 36 mm | 36 mm | 36 mm |
| Standover Height | 734 mm | 764 mm | 764 mm | 764 mm |
| Front Travel | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Rear Travel | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 155 cm | 171 cm | 181 cm | 191 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 174 cm | 184 cm | 193 cm | 205 cm |
About this model
GROUND CONTROL 1 is a Rose Ground model. Rose released 16 bikes variations of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2023 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Rose GROUND CONTROL 1 2023 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 2123$. Rose GROUND CONTROL 4 2023 on the other hand costs 3503$, and is the most expensive model.
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.
Average price for Trail bikes
If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Trail bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 2123$. If we compare this with the average Trail bike cost we notice that the price is 30.1% smaller.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the RockShox Recon Silver RL fork installed. The fork’s travel is 120mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the Rock Shox Deluxe Select+ RT rear shock model, which has a travel of 120mm. Bike rear shocks are a great way to increase comfort on the bike and give you more control when riding on technical trails. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels
The wheels on GROUND CONTROL 1 are the 27.5″ aluminum type. These wheels will provide you with more control over the bike. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Rose GROUND CONTROL 1 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
GROUND CONTROL 1 comes in 4 sizes, that range from 155 cm – 205 cm (5.09 ft – 6.73 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.
Dropper post
A dropper post is included with the GROUND CONTROL 1. A dropper post is a must-have these days if you’re riding anything remotely technical. The main benefit of a dropper post is increased safety while riding. As mentioned above, the lever system allows you to quickly move the saddle out of the way when approaching descents or trail obstacles.