Cube Aim SL Allroad grey´n´black

The 2022 ‘Aim SL Allroad grey’n’black’ model from Cube is a versatile, high-spec bike available for 849 EUR. The frame is made from Aluminium Lite, AMF, double-butted aluminium and features internal cable routing and a tapered head tube, ensuring increased stability and a clean, tidy look. The frame is also fitted with a flat-mount brake, a SIC mount and an FM kickstand mount.

Braking performance is provided by Shimano hydraulic disc brakes (BR-MT200/UR300), fitted with 160 mm rotors at both the front and rear. The drivetrain consists of a Shimano RD-M3100-SGS 9-speed rear derailleur, operated via the Shimano SL-M2010-9R Rapidfire-Plus shift lever. The front derailleur is a Shimano FD-M2020 Top Swing with a 31.8 mm clamp.

The RockShox Judy Silver TK Coil fork, with 100 mm of travel and a lockout function, ensures comfortable suspension and control on uneven trails. The bike is also fitted with a CUBE Shiny 50 front light and an ACID Mudguard Rear Light PRO-D rear light, both of which ensure good visibility in road traffic. The pedals are CUBE PP MTB.

The drivetrain consists of a Shimano FC-MT101 crankset with 36x22T, a Shimano CS-HG201 cassette with 11-36T and a KMC X9 chain. The handlebars are a 680 mm wide CUBE Rise Trail Bar, combined with ACID React grips and a CUBE Performance Stem Pro with a 31.8 mm diameter. The headset is a semi-integrated CUBE FPH868.

The CUBE ZX20 rims with 32 spokes are robust and, together with the Schwalbe Smart Sam tyres (2.25), offer good grip and stability. The front hub is a Shimano DH-3D32 hub dynamo with a quick-release mechanism, whilst the rear hub is a Shimano HB-TX506 with a quick-release mechanism and a 6-bolt brake disc mount.

The Natural Fit Venec Lite saddle, together with the CUBE Performance seatpost (27.2 mm) and the CUBE Varioclose seatpost clamp (31.8 mm), ensures comfort on longer rides. The bike is also fitted with ACID 65 mudguards, an ACID Pro Flat Mount kickstand and an ACID semi-integrated luggage rack, which is compatible with the ACID RILink adapter.

Overall, the Cube Aim SL Allroad grey'n'black offers well-thought-out features and high-quality components that are suitable for both everyday use and sporty rides.