Cube Reaction 240 SLX teamline

The 2023 "Reaction 240 SLX teamline" model from Cube is a high-quality choice for young cycling enthusiasts. Priced at EUR 799, this bike offers a wide range of technical features and well-thought-out specifications that guarantee both safety and riding enjoyment.

The frame is made from Aluminium Lite 6061 and, with a total weight of just 8 kg, provides a lightweight yet sturdy base. The maximum load capacity is 80 kg, which is more than sufficient for a children’s bike. The brakes are alloy V-brakes with a power modulator, ensuring reliable braking performance. The gear system is provided by the Microshift RD-M619M, 10-speed, and the Microshift SL-M9605 Xpress Shifter, which enables precise and easy gear selection.

The bike’s fork is a Rigid Carbon Fork, which further reduces weight whilst ensuring stiff and direct steering. The pedals are specially designed for children and are known as CUBE Kid. The crankset consists of the CUBE Crankset with a 32T chainring and a length of 152 mm, fitted with a chain guard and a Token BB. The cassette is from Sunrace and offers a gear range of 11–36T. The drivetrain is completed by the KMC X10 chain.

The handlebars are AR CUBE aluminium, 580 mm wide and 25.4 mm in diameter. The grips are also by CUBE and offer a good grip. The stem is the AR CUBE Aluminium Lite, and the headset is a CUBE A-Headset. The rims are CUBE ACE17 with alloy nipples, ensuring a robust and lightweight construction. The tyres are Schwalbe Rocket Ron Kevlar 2.1, folding, which are known for their good traction and smooth rolling action.

The hubs are made from CUBE aluminium, with the front hub having 20 spokes and the rear hub 24 spokes. The saddle is a CUBE Kid model, designed specifically for children. The seatpost is made from CUBE Aluminium Lite, and the saddle clamp is also by CUBE.

The bike is supplied in a box measuring 210 mm wide, 750 mm high and 1300 mm long. The gross weight of the box is 11,200 g, ensuring the bike is transported safely.

Overall, the Cube Reaction 240 SLX Teamline offers a well-thought-out combination of lightness, stability and functionality, making it an excellent choice for young cyclists.