Cube Cross Race black´n´red

The "Cross Race black’n’red" model from Cube, released in 2021, offers a balanced blend of performance and reliability at a price of 1049 EUR. The bike’s frame is made from Superlite aluminium, shaped using double-butted technology and Advanced Mechanical Forming. The smooth welds and internal cable routing ensure a clean appearance. The frame is also fitted with a flat-mount disc and a 12x142mm AXH. The bike’s total weight is 9 kg.

Braking performance is provided by TRP Spyre MD-C610C disc brakes with flat mount and a 160 mm rotor diameter at both the front and rear. Gear changes are handled by the Shimano Tiagra RD-4700GS 10-speed rear derailleur, complemented by the Shimano Tiagra FD-4700 front derailleur with a 31.8 mm clamp. The fork is made entirely of carbon and features a tapered steerer tube (1 1/8" – 1 1/4") as well as a flat mount.

The crankset is a Shimano Tiagra FC-4700 with 50x34T chainrings and different crank arm lengths depending on frame size (170 mm for XS, 172.5 mm for S/M, 175 mm for L/XL). The cassette is a Shimano CS-HG500 with a 11-34T range, whilst the drivetrain is powered by a KMC X10 chain. The handlebars are CUBE Compact Race Bars, combined with a CUBE Performance Stem SL with a diameter of 31.8 mm.

The headset is a VP Z-t, Top Zero-Stack 1 1/8" (OD 44 mm), Bottom Integrated 1 1/4". The tyres are Schwalbe X-One Allround Performance Kevlar, size 33-622, fitted to a CUBE RA 0.8 CX wheelset. The saddle is a Natural Fit Venec Lite, mounted on a CUBE Performance seatpost with a diameter of 27.2 mm and secured by a CUBE Screwlock seat clamp with a diameter of 31.8 mm.

Overall, the Cube Cross Race black’n’red offers high-quality components that are suitable for both beginners and experienced riders. It combines a robust build with advanced materials and technologies to deliver a reliable and high-performance bike at an attractive price.