Cube Axial WS Race sparklelilac´n´black

The "Axial WS Race sparklelilac´n´black" model from Cube, released in 2022, is a high-quality road bike designed for ambitious female cyclists. Priced at 1,599 EUR, it offers excellent value for money.

The frame is made from 6061 T6 Superlite aluminium and features Road Comfort geometry, which ensures a comfortable riding position. The frame also allows for the fitting of mudguards and is fitted with a 12x142 mm thru-axle. The fork is a full-carbon CUBE CSL Race Disc, which provides additional stiffness and low weight. It has a tapered design (1 1/8" – 1 1/4") and features a flat-mount bracket as well as a 12x100 mm thru-axle.

Braking performance is provided by the Shimano 105 BR-R7070 hydraulic disc brakes with Flat Mount and 160 mm discs at the front and rear. Gear changes are handled by the Shimano 105 RD-R7000-DGS 11-speed rear derailleur, supported by the Shimano 105 FD-R7000 front derailleur and the Shimano 105 ST-R7025 shift levers. The Shimano 105 FC-R7000 crankset with 50x34T chainrings and the Shimano 105 CS-HG700 cassette with an 11-34T range offer a wide gear ratio for various types of terrain. The drivetrain is completed by the Shimano CN-HG600-11 chain.

The handlebars, a CUBE Compact Race Bar, are wrapped in ACID RD bar tape, ensuring a secure grip and comfort. The stem is a CUBE Performance Stem SL with a diameter of 31.8 mm. The headset consists of a VP Z-t, which is zero-stack at the top (1 1/8", OD 44 mm) and integrated at the bottom (1 1/4").

The tyres are Conti Ultra Sport 3 with Kevlar reinforcement in size 28-622, which are fitted to the CUBE RA 1.9 Aero Disc wheelset, which also features thru-axles (12x100 mm at the front and 12x142 mm at the rear). The saddle is a Natural Fit Venec Lite WS, mounted on a CUBE Performance seatpost with a diameter of 27.2 mm. The saddle is clamped in place by a CUBE Screwlock clamp with a diameter of 31.8 mm.

Overall, the Cube Axial WS Race in ‘sparklelilac’n’black’ offers a balanced combination of comfort, performance and high-quality components, making it an ideal companion for sporty tours and demanding training sessions.