GHOST launches the POACHA

Freeride has never followed a rulebook – and the POACHA is built for those who ride their own way. Its mullet setup, fine-tuned Traction Link 3.0 system and adaptable geometry make it a bike that stays razor-sharp in the gnarliest conditions.

The carbon frame relies on GHOST’s proven Traction Link technology, ensuring the suspension responds smoothly to bumps while staying efficient. Whether you’re accelerating, cornering at high speed or landing massive gaps – the POACHA stays stable without sacrificing playful agility. The new kinematics’ virtual pivot point delivers maximum traction, reduces unwanted rear-end movement and keeps control even under heavy braking.

With 180 millimetres of travel front and rear, the POACHA offers the reserves needed for big mountain lines yet stays nimble for quick changes of direction and playful moves. The Reach Adjust lets you fine-tune the bike’s length, while the adjustable Acros headset allows for a 5mm shift in reach and wheelbase. The integrated flip chip makes it easy to adapt the geometry to terrain and riding style. Delivered in the High setting, the POACHA can be switched to Low – lowering the bottom bracket by 7mm, relaxing the seat angle by 1° and the head angle by 0.5°. In High, the steeper seat angle boosts climbing efficiency; in Low, it’s dialled for rough descents and technical trails.

From the ground up, the POACHA was built for riding without compromise. Its LC carbon frame is tested to Category 5 standards and rated for a total weight of up to 120 kilograms. The bike’s sophisticated kinematics come into their own in rough terrain, with an optimised shock angle that keeps the suspension responsive and controlled even under heavy hits. The low-mounted shock unit drops the centre of gravity, noticeably boosting agility – especially in corners, during quick transitions and on steep, technical descents.

GHOST relies on a finely tuned balance of pedal efficiency and sensitive rear suspension performance. The result is a bike that grips every surface, transfers power efficiently and stays precisely controllable even at extreme lean angles.

The POACHA also comes packed with smart features that make it perfect for long sessions and demanding terrain.

It’s barspin-ready with no blocklock or downtube bumper, coil-shock compatible and equipped with multiple frame protectors – built for no-compromise riding.

Approved for dual-crown forks with up to 200mm travel, the POACHA is ready for the world’s toughest tracks. For even more capability, rear travel can be bumped up to 190mm by using a shock with a 75mm stroke instead of 70mm.

Thoughtfully placed mounting points in standard bottle cage format let you carry tools, a spare tube or custom accessories right on the frame – smart, integrated and ready for anything the trails throw your way.

With three versions, GHOST has the right POACHA for every kind of freerider. The base model features a tough RockShox setup with a ZEB Select fork up front and a Vivid Select shock at the rear. The PRO version levels up with a Fox 38 Factory Grip X2 and TRP DH-R Eva brakes for added precision. And for those who won’t settle, the POACHA FULL PARTY leads the pack with RockShox ZEB Ultimate, Vivid Ultimate and the wireless SRAM GX AXS T-Type drivetrain – plus an integrated XLC multitool hidden in the steerer tube.

Each POACHA model runs a trusted mullet setup with Continental Kryptotal tyres for maximum speed and control.

Weighing in at only 3.8kg [painted, size Ll, the frame stays stiff and strong. With sizes from S to XL, the POACHA is built for a broad spectrum of riders who all share one goal: breaking boundaries and chasing the unknown.

Freeriding isn’t just a discipline – it’s a mindset. Developed together with our athletes Tomas Slavik and Korbinian Engstler, the POACHA is a bike that embodies this attitude. No drop is too big, no trail too wild. Riders who choose the POACHA aren’t looking for the easiest way down – they carve out their own.

LOAM created the GHOST Poacha launch event for press, hosting an unforgettable press camp on the dramatic slopes of Mount Etna. Journalists were treated to a true freeride experience, descending through black lava flows that perfectly matched the bike’s rugged, all-out character. So if you like the images, check out LOAM’s involvement.

Since GHOST-Bikes was founded in 1993 in Bavaria, our goal has been to make the versatility of off-road adventures and trails a reality. We have the bikes, the equipment and the stoke. This mindset has made us one of the largest bike manufacturers in Germany. Every day, we look beyond limits to build bikes that give you confidence. Because new adventures are waiting around every corner. We give our all: built for the rough. More information at www.ghost-bikes.com