Cube Analog black´n´petrol

The "Analog black’n’petrol" model from Cube, released in 2021, is a well-equipped mountain bike available at a price of 749 EUR. The frame is made from Aluminium Lite with Advanced Mechanical Forming (AMF) and features internal cable routing as well as a mount for an easy-to-fit kickstand. Weighing 14 kg, this bike offers a sturdy yet lightweight platform for a wide range of uses.

The bike’s braking system consists of Shimano hydraulic disc brakes (BR-MT200) with 160 mm rotors at the front and rear, ensuring reliable stopping power in a wide range of conditions. Gear changes are handled by Sram SX Eagle™ 12-speed components, which offer a wide range of gear ratios. The shifter is also a Sram SX Eagle™ trigger, enabling precise and rapid gear changes.

The SR Suntour XCM RL Disc fork, with 100 mm of travel and remote lockout, provides comfortable suspension on uneven terrain and can be locked out when needed to improve efficiency on smooth sections. The bike’s pedals are CUBE PP MTB pedals, which provide good grip and stability.

The crankset consists of the SRAM SX Eagle™ Powerspline with a 32-tooth chainring and a length of 175 mm (for frame sizes XS and S, the crank length is 170 mm). The cassette is a SRAM PG-1210 Eagle™ with a 11–50-tooth range, which allows for excellent adaptation to different types of terrain.

The handlebars are CUBE Rise Trail Bars, 680 mm wide, fitted with CUBE Performance grips for a comfortable grip. The stem is a CUBE Performance Stem SL with a diameter of 31.8 mm. The headset is a semi-integrated model (CUBE FPH863).

The rims are CUBE ZX20 with 32 spoke holes and disc brake mounts, fitted with Schwalbe Smart Sam tyres in size 2.25, which are designed for versatile use on a variety of surfaces. The hubs are from Shimano (front: HB-TX505, rear: FH-TX505) and are also fitted with CentreLock brake disc mounts.

The saddle is a Natural Fit Venec Lite, which offers comfort even on longer rides. The seatpost is a CUBE Performance Post with a diameter of 27.2 mm, and the saddle is clamped using a CUBE Varioclose clamp with a diameter of 31.8 mm.

Overall, the 2021 Cube Analog black’n’petrol offers a balanced combination of performance, comfort and versatility at an attractive price.