Cube Nuroad Rookie smokeyfir´n´orange

The "Nuroad Rookie smokeyfir’n’orange" model from Cube, released in 2024, is a versatile gravel bike that performs well on both roads and unpaved tracks. Priced at 1,199 EUR, it offers a good balance between performance and cost.

The bike’s frame is made from 6061 T6 Superlite aluminium and is specifically designed with Gravel Comfort Geometry in mind. It features flat-mount disc brake mounts and offers options for fitting mudguards and luggage racks. The frame is designed for 12x142 mm thru-axles and has a maximum load capacity of 115 kg, whilst the bike itself weighs just 9 kg.

Braking performance is provided by Tektro MD-C510 disc brakes with flat-mount mounts and 160 mm rotors at the front and rear. The drivetrain consists of Shimano GRX components, with the RD-RX400 model used for the rear derailleur and the FD-RX400 for the front derailleur. The Shimano GRX FC-RX600 crankset, with a 46x30T gear ratio, and the Shimano CS-HG50 cassette, with an 11-36T range, ensure precise and reliable shifting performance. The drivetrain is completed by a KMC X10 chain.

The Nuroad Rookie’s fork is made entirely of carbon, which not only reduces weight but also provides better damping. It is also fitted with flat-mount disc mounts and offers mounting points for mudguards and lowrider pannier racks. The steerer tube tapers from 1 1/8" to 1 1/4" and is designed for 12x100 mm thru-axles.

The handlebars, a CUBE Gravel Race Bar, offer an ergonomic grip position, whilst the CUBE Performance Stem SLX, with a diameter of 31.8 mm, ensures stability. The VP Z-t headset combines a zero-stack upper cup with an integrated lower cup to ensure precise steering.

The Schwalbe G-One Allround tyres in size 40-584 are reinforced with Kevlar and offer excellent grip on a wide variety of surfaces. The Natural Fit Venec Lite saddle, together with the CUBE Performance seatpost (27.2 mm) and the integrated seat clamp, ensures comfort even on longer rides.

In summary, the 2024 Cube Nuroad Rookie in ‘smokeyfir’n’orange’ offers well-thought-out specifications and high-quality components that are suitable for both beginners and experienced gravel riders. With its attractive value for money, it represents an interesting option in the gravel bike segment.