Cube Nature darkred´n´red

The "Nature darkred´n´red" model from Cube, released in 2022, is a versatile trekking bike available for 679 EUR. The frame is made from Superlite aluminium and features a Trekking Cross geometry. It features double-butted tubing and a tapered head tube, ensuring high stability and low weight.

Braking performance is provided by the Clarks Clout 1 hydraulic disc brakes with 160 mm rotors at the front and rear. The drivetrain consists of a Shimano RD-M360 8-speed rear derailleur, operated by the Shimano SL-M315 Rapidfire-Plus shift lever. The front derailleur is a Shimano Tourney FD-TX800, which features a topswing design and is mounted on a 31.8 mm tube diameter.

The SR Suntour NEX HLO suspension fork, with 63 mm of travel and a lockout function, ensures comfort on uneven trails. The pedals are ACID PP trekking models, which provide a secure grip. The crankset is a Shimano FC-T801 with three chainrings (48x36x26T), a crank length of 175 mm and a chain guard. The cassette is a Shimano CS-HG31 with a 11-34T range, and the drivetrain is completed by a KMC Z51 chain.

The handlebars are CUBE Comfort Trail Bars with a width of 660 mm, whilst the grips are from the Natural Fit All Terrain range. The stem is a CUBE Performance Stem Pro with a diameter of 31.8 mm. The headset is a VP Integrated model with an upper diameter of 1 1/8" and a lower diameter of 1 1/2".

The rims are CUBE ZX20 with 32 spoke holes and designed for disc brakes. The tyres are Schwalbe Land Cruiser Active, size 50-622. The hubs are made from lightweight aluminium, with the front hub (FR) and rear hub (RH) each featuring quick-release (QR) mechanisms and a 6-bolt mounting for the brake discs.

The saddle is a Natural Fit Sequence model, mounted on a CUBE Performance seatpost with a diameter of 27.2 mm. The saddle is clamped in place using the CUBE Varioclose clamp with a diameter of 31.8 mm.

In summary, the Cube Nature darkred’n’red offers a well-balanced specification for trekking and everyday cycling, delivering good value for money.