Cube AMS 100 C:68 SL 29 teamline

The "AMS 100 C:68 SL 29 teamline" model from Cube, released in 2021, is a highly advanced mountain bike designed for discerning riders. Priced at 3749 EUR, this bike offers an impressive combination of advanced technology and high-quality components.

The bike’s frame is constructed using C:68 Monocoque Advanced Twin Mold Technology and is equipped with ARG, ERC, FSP 4-Link, Boost 148 and AXH. These technologies ensure optimum stiffness and a low weight of just 10 kg, which significantly improves the bike’s handling and performance.

For braking performance, the bike is fitted with Shimano XT BR-M8100 hydraulic disc brakes, with a diameter of 180 mm at the front and 160 mm at the rear. Gear changes are handled by the Shimano XT RD-M8100-SGS ShadowPlus system with 12 speeds, controlled by the Shimano XT SL-M8100-IR shift levers with Direct Attach.

Front suspension is provided by a Fox 32 SC Float Performance fork with a 2-position remote, tapered design and 100 mm of travel. The rear shock is a Fox Float DPS Performance Elite Remote measuring 165x38 mm and also featuring a 2-position remote function.

The crankset consists of a Shimano XT FC-M8100 with 32 teeth and Boost specification; the crank length for size S is 170 mm. The cassette is a Shimano SLX CS-M7100 with a 10–51T range, and the drivetrain is powered by a Shimano CN-M6100 chain.

Steering is provided by a Newmen Advanced 318.0 carbon handlebar with a width of 740 mm, complemented by CUBE Race SL grips with a diameter of 29.5 mm and a 1-clamp mounting. The stem is a Newmen Evolution SL 318.2 with a diameter of 31.8 mm, and the headset is a VP Integrated model.

The tyres are Schwalbe Racing Ray Super Race with Addix Speedgrip at the front and Schwalbe Racing Ralph Super Race with Addix Speed at the rear, both in size 2.25 and made from Kevlar. The wheelset consists of Newmen Evolution SL X.A.25 rims with 28 spokes at the front and rear; they are tubeless-ready and feature axle standards of 15x110 mm at the front and 12x148 mm at the rear.

The saddle is a Natural Fit Nuance SLT Carbon model, mounted on a Newmen Advanced Carbon seatpost with a diameter of 31.6 mm, which is secured by a CUBE Screwlock seatpost clamp with a diameter of 34.9 mm.

Overall, the Cube AMS 100 C:68 SL 29 teamline offers outstanding specifications for ambitious mountain bikers who value performance, lightness and advanced technology.