Cube Reaction C:62 ONE red´n´white

The 2022 "Reaction C:62 ONE red´n´white" from Cube is a high-quality mountain bike that stands out for its advanced technology and precision craftsmanship. Priced at 1,499 EUR, this model offers excellent value for money.

The bike’s frame is constructed using C:62 Monocoque Advanced Twin Mold Technology and features ARG2, a tapered head tube and a PressFit bottom bracket. The Boost 12x148mm axle ensures increased stiffness and stability. Furthermore, the frame is designed for internal cable routing and is ready for the installation of a Vario seatpost.

Braking performance is provided by Magura MT Thirty hydraulic disc brakes with a 2-piston system at both the front and rear (180mm front, 160mm rear). The drivetrain is a SRAM NX Eagle™ 12-speed system, operated via a SRAM SX Eagle™ trigger shifter. This enables precise and reliable gear changes in any riding situation.

The SR Suntour Raidon 32 Air fork, featuring Boost standard, 100mm travel and remote lockout, offers optimum damping and control on uneven terrain. The crankset consists of a SRAM SX Eagle™ DUB with a 32-tooth chainring, whilst the cassette comprises a SRAM XG-1230 Eagle™ with an 11–50T range, offering a wide selection of gears for different types of terrain.

The handlebars are CUBE Flat Race Bars, 720 mm wide, and are mounted on a CUBE Performance Stem SL with a diameter of 31.8 mm. The grips are ACID React Pro, which ensure a secure grip and comfort. The headset is a VP Integrated, measuring 1 1/8" at the top and 1 1/2" at the bottom.

The tyres are Schwalbe Racing Ray at the front and Schwalbe Racing Ralph at the rear, both from the Addix Performance series with Kevlar reinforcement and a width of 2.25 inches. The wheelset consists of Answer Atac AM wheels, which are tubeless-ready and feature a 15x110mm axle at the front and a 12x148mm axle at the rear.

The saddle is a Natural Fit Venec, mounted on a CUBE Performance seatpost with a diameter of 27.2mm. The saddle is clamped using a CUBE Varioclose clamp with a diameter of 31.8mm.

Overall, the Cube Reaction C:62 ONE red’n’white offers a balanced combination of advanced technology, robust components and well-thought-out design, making it suitable for both ambitious riders and leisure cyclists.