The New Coal, Last Bikes' Enduro All-Rounder

The new Coal excels at descending! Carrying on our tradition in enduro optimized mountain bikes we build a bike made for the most challenging terrain. From year one we trust in progressive kinematics for an unmatched responding characteristic, good mid-stroke support and reserves when you need them. The coal is designed for a lifetime out in the wilderness. Less time in the workshop and more time on the trail is our promise.



Geometry – Last Coal

The coal performs great on race tracks when efficiency counts and on the utmost challenging descents where you don´t want to ride against the clock. The slack head angle, short chainstays and the further improved sizing are taking safety and control to a new level.


The main improvements in short:

– longer top tube: plus 5 mm reach for size L, plus 10 mm for size XL
– shorter seat tubes for all sizes: 370 mm, 380 mm, 414 mm and 482 mm. Allowing you to use the newest generation of dropper posts with extended travel
– lower standover height, giving you more room to move and more safety riding on the edge
– shorter head tube providing a lower stack for frame size S


Taking into account the biomechanics of the rider we use a size specific actual seat tube angle to create an effective seat stay angle of 75 degree that makes pedaling more efficient and comfortable.

The suspension system of the coal is highly progressive. Featuring sensitive responding characteristics at the beginning, good support in the mid-stroke and plenty reserves for whatever madness you can imagine. Set up correctly it is almost impossible to bottom out the coal. Using the latest technology for calculation and simulation we were able to create a linkage driven single pivot system that eliminates the need for volume spacers in modern air shocks and therefore works perfectly with a linear coil shock too.



While forks up to 180 mm travel are allowed, it is recommended to use a 170 mm or 160 mm fork to fit the 160 mm rear travel. The geometry shown is based on 27,5” tires and a 160 mm fork.


The coal frame is compatible with rear hub, featuring the 148 mm wide Boost format. With an alternative derailleur hanger and adapter for the disc brake side, the frame can be converted for 142 mm wide hubs. As longevity is very important to us, the through axle nut is replaceable and even the integrated post mount threads can easily be replaced by a barrel nut that fits into the pockets machined in the drop out.


Generously dimensioned premium stainless steel bearings by Endurobearings are used for all pivots. The full complement style sports more balls, this results in a higher load carrying capacity and higher radial stiffness.



Manufactured from high-grade aluminum, the coal frame will handle stress and strain easily. Passing our rigorous test procedures, the frame is suitable for applications described in ASTM category 4. Equipped with tough components, the complete bikes we offer are ready to compete in the toughest races or simply shred the bike park all day long.


Machining in Germany provides us access to latest machining and tool technology and allows us to reach the extremely high standards for the bearing tolerances. Measuring each pilot hole and using an algorithm allows us to position the bearing axis perfectly. Besides the bearing seats we machine the threads, the contacting faces and the shock mount on the 5-axis machine, making sure all interfaces match perfectly and the frame is not tensioned up when the assembly happens.



The new coal is available in four different builds that we can modify to your specific needs. Regarding your size, weight, riding style and the intended field of application you can choose between different shocks, stem, handlebar, tire and wheelset configurations.

Complete bike specification


Frame specification


Last is only available at Last. With our expert advice service by phone, e-mail or in our showroom in Dortmund and the possibility to test ride our bikes on our local Trails or at one of many Testivals all across Germany we set out to make every Last the absolutely best Last for you.

Visit www.last-bikes.com for more information on the Coal!

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