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The 7 commuter gravel bikes put to the test
The Cube Nuroad Race FE
With the Nuroad is Cube It has proved to be a genuine bestseller. You’ll hardly see any other randonneur bike out and about as often as this one, both in town and in the countryside. What’s more, this well-made bike offers almost sensational value for money. The modern aluminium frame and matching carbon fork provide a laterally stiff, solid framework for the versatile GRX groupset and responsive disc brakes from the same range.
Seating position, driving experience and features
The seating position has a moderately sporty feel. You don’t sit too far forward or too low, but the position is aerodynamically favourable and still allows you to keep a good eye on the hustle and bustle of traffic.
The knobbly G-One tyres roll quickly and smoothly, provide good shock absorption and deliver ample grip even on loose surfaces. The Cube Nuroad handles tarmac just as well as gravel roads. The slimline, in-house-designed luggage rack is easy to ride with two panniers attached and is surprisingly sturdy: The Cube carried our 22-kilo test load without complaint. The lightweight, in-house plastic mudguards offer good protection against the wet, whilst a sturdy rear stand, bright daytime running lights and a Knog bell enhance its suitability for everyday use.
Advantages and disadvantages
- Plus: A very versatile sports bike; clever design features; good components
- Minus: The strut clamping bolts come loose easily; the front panel rattles
Key information about the Cube Nuroad
- Price: 1,799 euros >> available here
- Frame sizes: XS/50, S/53, M/56, L/58, XL/61 cm
- Weight of test bike: 11.6 kg
- Permitted total weight: 115 kg
- Frame: Aluminium, smooth-welded, thru-axles
- Fork: Carbon, tapered; threaded seat post
- Circuit: Shimano GRX 2x11, 46/30, 11–34 teeth
- Bandwidth: 474 per cent
- Brakes: Shimano GRX Disc, 160 mm
- Tyres: Schwalbe G-One Allround 40-622
- Lighting system: SP Dynamohub PL-7, Supernova E3 Pure, Acid integrated rear light
- MYBIKE rating: 1.4 (TEST WINNER)
The Gravel Bike Test
MYBIKE has tested a total of seven gravel bikes suitable for everyday use. You can find out interesting facts and background information on gravel bikes, as well as a comparison of the results for all the bikes, in this article.
