Cube Hyde Pro metalgreen´n´black

The ‘Hyde Pro metalgreen’n’black’ model from Cube, released in 2024, is an urban bike that impresses with its technical features and modern design. Priced at EUR 1,099, it offers excellent value for money.

The Hyde Pro’s frame is made from Superlite aluminium, ensuring high stability whilst remaining lightweight. The bike weighs a total of 13 kg and has a maximum load capacity of 140 kg, making it robust and versatile. The rigid 29-inch aluminium fork ensures precise steering and a direct riding experience.

Braking performance is provided by Shimano BR-MT200 hydraulic disc brakes, which, with 160 mm brake discs at the front and rear, ensure reliable deceleration. Gear changes are controlled via the Shimano Alfine SL-S503 shifter, which, in combination with the Shimano Nexus SG-C6001-8D 8-speed rear hub, enables smooth and precise gear changes.

The drivetrain is provided by a Gates S150 CDN crankset with 46 teeth and a crank length of 170 mm. The rear sprocket is a Gates Rear Sprocket CDN with 22 teeth, ensuring efficient power transfer. The pedals are ACID PP Trekking models, which offer comfort and safety.

The bike’s cockpit consists of a CUBE Flat Race Bar handlebar with a width of 660 mm and ACID Travel grips, which ensure a secure grip and good control. The stem is a CUBE Performance Stem Pro with a diameter of 31.8 mm, which ensures a stable connection between the handlebars and the frame. The headset is a CUBE FPH868, semi-integrated, which contributes to steering precision.

The rims are CUBE UX24 models with 32 spokes and disc brake mounts; they are tubeless-ready, thus allowing for modern tyre fitting. The tyres are Schwalbe Big Apple Active, size 55-622, which ensure a high level of riding comfort and good shock absorption. The front hub is a Joytech D761DSE with a Centre Lock mount, whilst the rear hub is the aforementioned Shimano Nexus SG-C6001-8D.

The saddle is a Natural Fit Nuance Lite model, mounted on a CUBE Performance Post seatpost with a diameter of 27.2 mm. The saddle is clamped in place using a CUBE Screwlock with a diameter of 31.8 mm, ensuring a secure hold.

Overall, the Cube Hyde Pro metalgreen’n’black 2024 offers a well-thought-out specification and high-quality components, making it an ideal companion in an urban environment.