Cube Access WS SLX grey´n´silver

The "Access WS SLX grey’n’silver" model from Cube, released in 2023, is a high-quality mountain bike that stands out for its robust materials and well-thought-out features. The price for this model is 1,199 EUR. The frame is made from Aluminium Lite and features AMF, double-butted tubing and internal cable routing. It also has a tapered head tube, a flat-mount brake, SIC mount and an FM kickstand mount. The maximum load capacity is 150 kg, whilst the bike itself weighs 13 kg.

Braking performance is provided by Shimano hydraulic disc brakes, model BR-MT200/UR300 with PM/FM (180/160). The drivetrain consists of a SRAM NX Eagle™ 12-speed system, controlled by the SRAM NX Eagle™ trigger shifter. The RockShox Judy Silver TK Air fork, with its 100 mm travel and PopLoc function, offers excellent control and comfort on challenging trails.

The bottom bracket is a SRAM DUB MTB with 73 mm BSA, whilst the crankset consists of a SRAM Stylo Eagle™ DUB with 32T and 170 mm. The cassette is a SRAM PG-1210 Eagle™ with an 11–50T range. The drivetrain is completed by a SRAM SX Eagle™. The handlebars are CUBE Rise Trail Bars, 680mm wide, fitted with ACID React grips. The stem is a CUBE Performance Stem SLX with a diameter of 31.8mm, and the headset is a semi-integrated CUBE FPH868.

The rims are CUBE ZX20 with 32 spokes and are disc brake-compatible. The tyres are Schwalbe Smart Sam, Active, in size 2.25. The front hub is a Shimano Deore HB-M6000 with quick-release and Centre Lock, whilst the rear hub is a Shimano Deore FH-M6000 with the same specifications. The saddle is a Natural Fit Venec Lite WS and sits on a CUBE Performance seatpost with a diameter of 27.2 mm. The saddle is clamped using a CUBE Varioclose with a diameter of 31.8 mm.

The packaging dimensions are 240 mm wide, 780 mm high and 1530 mm long. The gross weight, including packaging, is 16,300 g. Overall, the Cube Access WS SLX grey’n’silver offers a balanced combination of stability, comfort and performance, making it an excellent choice for ambitious female mountain bikers.