Cube Nature Pro desert´n´black

The "Nature Pro desert'n'black" model from Cube, released in 2022, is a versatile and robust bike available for 899 EUR. The bike’s frame is made from Superlite aluminium, Trekking Cross, Taper, Double Butted, which provides an excellent combination of lightness and stability.

Braking performance is provided by the Shimano BR-MT200 hydraulic disc brakes with 160 mm discs at the front and rear, offering reliable and controlled deceleration. Gear changes are handled by the Shimano XT RD-T8000 10-speed rear derailleur, which, in combination with the Shimano Deore SL-M6000 Rapidfire-Plus shift levers, enables precise and fast gear changes. The front derailleur is a Shimano Deore FD-T6000 Top-Swing with a 31.8 mm clamp.

The SR Suntour NEX HLO fork, with 63 mm of travel and a lockout function, provides additional comfort on uneven terrain. The pedals are ACID PP trekking models, which provide a secure grip. The crankset consists of the Shimano FC-T551 Hollowtech II with 48x36x26T chainrings, an integrated bottom bracket and a chain guard.

The cassette is a Shimano CS-HG500 with an 11–34T range, and the drivetrain uses a KMC X10 chain. The handlebars are 660 mm wide CUBE Comfort Trail Bars, which, together with the Natural Fit All Terrain grips, ensure a comfortable riding position. 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 spokes and disc brake mounts. The tyres are Schwalbe Land Cruiser Active in size 50-622, which ensure good traction and durability.

The front hub is a Shimano HB-TX505 with a quick-release skewer and Centre Lock mount, whilst the rear hub is a Shimano FH-TX505, also with a quick-release skewer and Centre Lock mount. 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 a CUBE Varioclose clamp with a diameter of 31.8 mm.

In summary, the Cube Nature Pro desert’n’black 2022 offers high-quality components and a well-thought-out design that is suitable for both everyday rides and longer tours.