Cube Aim Race black´n´azure

The "Aim Race black’n’azure" model from Cube, released in 2022, is a versatile mountain bike that stands out thanks to a combination of high-quality materials and robust specifications. The price for this model is 649 EUR. The frame is made from Aluminium Lite and is manufactured using AMF (Advanced Mechanical Forming) technology. It features a double-butted design, ensuring an optimal balance between stability and low weight. The frame also features internal cable routing, a tapered head tube, flat-mount brake mounts, SIC (Smooth Internal Cable) mounts and an FM kickstand mount.

Braking performance is provided by Shimano BR-MT200/UR300 hydraulic disc brakes with 160 mm rotors at the front and rear. The drivetrain consists of a Shimano RD-M360 8-speed rear derailleur, operated by the Shimano SL-M315 Rapidfire-Plus shifter. The front derailleur is a Shimano FD-M315 Top Swing with a 31.8 mm clamp. The fork is an SR Suntour XCM Disc with 100 mm of travel and a lockout function, allowing it to be adapted to different terrain.

The pedals are CUBE PP MTB models, and the crankset is a Shimano FC-M315 with 36x22T and a length of 170 mm. The cassette is a Shimano CS-HG31 with a 11-34T range. The drivetrain is completed by a KMC Z8.3 chain. The handlebars are CUBE Rise Trail Bars with a width of 680 mm, whilst the ACID React grips ensure a secure grip. The stem is a CUBE Performance Stem Pro with a diameter of 31.8 mm.

The headset is a semi-integrated CUBE FPH868 model with an upper size of 1 1/8" and a lower size of 1 1/2". The rims are CUBE ZX20, 32H, disc-compatible. The tyres are Schwalbe Smart Sam Active, 2.25 inches wide, which provide good traction on a variety of surfaces. The front hub is a Shimano HB-TX505 with quick-release and Centerlock, whilst the rear hub is a Shimano FH-TX505, also with quick-release and Centerlock.

The saddle is a Natural Fit Venec Lite, mounted 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.

Overall, the 2022 Cube Aim Race black’n’azure offers a good balance between performance and price, making it ideal for beginners and advanced mountain bikers looking for a reliable and well-equipped bike.