Cube Nuroad skygrey´n´black

The 2023 Cube Nuroad skygrey'n'black is a versatile gravel bike, available for 949 EUR. The frame is made from 6061 T6 Superlite aluminium and features a special Gravel Comfort geometry. The frame also allows for the fitting of both mudguards and a luggage rack, which underlines the bike’s versatility. The maximum load capacity is 115 kg, whilst the bike itself weighs in at 11 kg.

Reliable braking performance is provided by the Tektro MD-C510 brakes with flat mount and 160 mm discs at the front and rear. Gear changes are handled by the Shimano Claris RD-R2000-GS 8-speed rear derailleur, which, in combination with the Shimano Claris FD-R2000-BM front derailleur and the Shimano Claris ST-R2000 shift levers, enables precise gear selection. The crankset consists of the Shimano Claris FC-R2000 with a 50x34T chainring, complemented by a Shimano CS-HG31 cassette with an 11-34T range. The drivetrain is completed by a KMC Z8.3 chain.

The Nuroad’s fork is made of full carbon and is also designed for flat-mount disc brakes. It has a tapered design (1 1/8" – 1 1/4" tapered) and offers mounting points for mudguards and lowrider racks. The handlebars are CUBE Compact Race Bars, wrapped in ACID CX bar tape, whilst the stem is a CUBE Performance Stem SLX with a diameter of 31.8 mm. The headset is a VP Z-t, featuring a Zero-Stack 1 1/8" (OD 44 mm) upper race and an integrated 1 1/4" lower race.

The rims are CUBE GR 2.3 Disc models, fitted with Schwalbe G-One Allround tyres in size 40-622, which are particularly puncture-resistant thanks to their Kevlar reinforcement. The hubs are from Shimano (model HB-TX506) and are fitted with a quick-release mechanism and a 6-bolt mount at both the front and rear.

The saddle is a Natural Fit Venec Lite model, mounted on a CUBE Performance seatpost with a diameter of 27.2 mm. The saddle is secured using a CUBE Screwlock clamp with a diameter of 31.8 mm.

The bike is delivered in a box measuring 240 mm wide, 780 mm high and 1530 mm long. The gross weight of the box is 13,320 g.

Overall, the Cube Nuroad skygrey'n'black offers a well-thought-out specification that is suitable for both everyday use and extended off-road tours. The combination of a robust aluminium frame, precise Shimano gear system and reliable components makes it an attractive choice for gravel bike enthusiasts.