Cube Cross Race SL red´n´red

The "Cross Race SL red’n’red" model from Cube, released in 2021, offers an impressive combination of lightweight construction and performance at a price of 1549 EUR. The frame is made from Superlite aluminium, which is particularly light and sturdy thanks to double-butted technology and Advanced Mechanical Forming. The smooth welds and internal cable routing ensure a clean look and reduce maintenance requirements. The frame is also fitted with flat-mount disc brakes and a 12x142mm thru-axle, providing additional stability and safety.

The bike’s total weight is just 9 kg, making it a lightweight and agile companion. The brakes are Shimano hydraulic disc brakes (GRX BR-RX400) with flat-mount mounting and 160mm discs at the front and rear, ensuring reliable braking performance in all conditions. The derailleur is a Shimano GRX RD-RX812 with 11 speeds, enabling precise and fast gear changes.

The Cross Race SL’s fork is made entirely of carbon (CUBE Cross Race Disc) and is tapered (1 1/8" – 1 1/4" Tapered), ensuring optimum power transfer and steering precision. The crankset is a Shimano GRX FC-RX600 with a 40-tooth chainring, with the crank arm length varying depending on frame size (170mm for XS, 172.5 mm for S/M and 175 mm for L/XL). The cassette is a Shimano SLX CS-M7000 with an 11–42T range, offering a wide selection of gears.

Power is transmitted via a Shimano CN-HG601-11 chain. The handlebars are Newmen Evolution Wing Bars, which, together with the Newmen Evolution 318.4 stem (31.8mm), ensure an ergonomic and comfortable riding position. The headset is a VP Z-t, featuring a zero-stack top tube (1 1/8") and an integrated bottom tube (1 1/4").

The tyres are Schwalbe X-One Allround Performance Kevlar in size 33-622, fitted to a Fulcrum Racing 77 DB wheelset. This combination offers excellent grip and reliability on a variety of surfaces. The saddle is a Natural Fit Nuance Lite, which, together with the Newmen Evolution seatpost (27.2 mm), ensures a high level of riding comfort. The saddle is clamped using a CUBE Screwlock clamp with a diameter of 31.8 mm.

Overall, the Cube Cross Race SL red’n’red impresses with its high-quality components and well-thought-out design, which is suitable for both ambitious amateur cyclists and competitive riders.