Cube Nature EXC Allroad green´n´bluegreen

The 2021 “Nature EXC Allroad green’n’bluegreen” model from Cube offers a balanced combination of quality, performance and versatility for a price of 1249 EUR. The frame is made from Superlite Trekking Cross Taper Double Butted aluminium, which not only makes the bike robust but also reduces its total weight to 14 kg.

Braking performance is provided by Shimano BR-MT200 hydraulic disc brakes with 160 mm discs on both the front and rear wheels. Gear changes are handled by Shimano XT RD-T8000 10-speed components, which enable precise and reliable gear selection. This is supported by the Shimano Deore SL-M6000 Rapidfire-Plus shifter and the Shimano Deore FD-T6000 front derailleur.

The SR Suntour NCX E RL Air fork, with 63 mm of travel and a remote lockout function, ensures comfortable suspension and control on uneven terrain. For safety when cycling at night, the bike is fitted with the CUBE IQ-XS-Friendly N plus front light and the CUBE Nano Steady rear light.

The model is fitted with ACID PP trekking pedals and a Shimano XT FC-T8000 crankset, which features a Hollowtech II design and a chainring combination of 48x36x26T. The cassette is a Shimano CS-HG500 with a 11-34T range, and power is transmitted via a KMC X10 chain.

The handlebars are CUBE Comfort Trail Bars with a width of 660 mm, complemented by Natural Fit All Terrain grips. The stem is a CUBE Performance Stem Pro with a diameter of 31.8 mm. The headset is a VP Integrated System with top and bottom diameters of 1 1/8" and 1 1/2" respectively.

The rims are CUBE EX21, 32H, Disc, Tubeless Ready, and the tyres are Schwalbe Land Cruiser, Active, 50-622. The hubs consist of a Shimano DH-3D37 hub dynamo with quick-release and Centre Lock at the front, and a Shimano FH-TX505 quick-release and Centre Lock at the rear.

Riding comfort is ensured by a Natural Fit Sequence saddle mounted on a CUBE Performance Post seatpost with a diameter of 27.2 mm, secured by a CUBE Varioclose saddle clamp with a diameter of 31.8 mm. The bike is also fitted with ACID 65 mudguards and a CUBEstand Pro kickstand, which is adjustable.

Overall, the Cube Nature EXC Allroad green’n’bluegreen offers an excellent package for trekking and all-road riding, impressing with high-quality components and well-thought-out details.