Cube Access WS EXC grey´n´berry

The "Access WS EXC grey'n'berry" model from Cube, released in 2022, is a versatile and robust mountain bike designed for women and available at a price of 649 EUR. The frame is made from Aluminium Lite and is manufactured using Advanced Mechanical Forming (AMF) technology, making it both lightweight and sturdy. The frame features double-butted tubes, internal cable routing, a tapered head tube and flat-mount brakes. It also features a SIC mount and an FM kickstand mount.

Braking performance is provided by Shimano hydraulic disc brakes (BR-MT200/UR300) with 160 mm rotors at both the front and rear. The drivetrain consists of a Shimano RD-M360 8-speed rear derailleur, operated by Shimano SL-M315 Rapidfire-Plus shift levers. The front derailleur is a Shimano FD-M315 Top Swing with a 31.8 mm clamp.

The SR Suntour XCM RL Disc fork, with 100 mm of travel and remote lockout, ensures comfortable suspension and control on uneven terrain. The bike is fitted with CUBE PP MTB pedals and the crankset is a Shimano FC-M315 with 36x22T chainrings and 170 mm crank arm length. The cassette is a Shimano CS-HG31 with an 11-34T range, and the chain is a KMC Z8.3.

The handlebars, a CUBE Rise Trail Bar with a width of 680 mm, together with the ACID React grips, offer comfortable and secure handling. The stem is a CUBE Performance Stem Pro with a diameter of 31.8 mm. The headset is a CUBE FPH868, semi-integrated, with sizes of 1 1/8" at the top and 1 1/2" at the bottom.

The rims are CUBE ZX20 with 32 spokes, designed for disc brakes. The tyres are Schwalbe Smart Sam Active, 2.25 inches wide, which offer good grip both on the road and off-road. The front hub is a Shimano HB-TX505 with quick-release and CentreLock, whilst the rear hub is a Shimano FH-TX505, also with quick-release and CentreLock.

The saddle is a Natural Fit Venec Lite WS, mounted on a CUBE Performance seatpost with a diameter of 27.2 mm. The saddle is clamped in place using a CUBE Varioclose clamp with a diameter of 31.8 mm.

Overall, the Cube Access WS EXC grey’n’berry offers a well-thought-out specification that is suitable for both beginners and more experienced female riders looking for a reliable and comfortable mountain bike.