Cube Reaction C:62 SL grey´n´red

The "Reaction C:62 SL grey’n’red" model from Cube, released in 2021, is a high-quality mountain bike that stands out thanks to its advanced technology and carefully selected components. Priced at 2549 EUR, this bike offers excellent value for money for ambitious mountain bikers.

The frame of the Reaction C:62 SL is constructed using C:62 Monocoque Advanced Twin Mold Technology, ensuring low weight and high stability. Weighing just 10 kg, the bike is light and agile. The frame is also fitted with ARG2, a tapered head tube, a PressFit bottom bracket (BB) and Boost 12x148mm axles. The integrated cable routing and provision for a Vario seatpost underline the modern design.

Braking is provided by Magura MT8 Pro PM hydraulic disc brakes, which offer reliable stopping power with 180 mm at the front and 160 mm at the rear. Gear changes are handled by the SRAM GX Eagle™ 12-speed system, which enables precise and smooth shifting. The shifter is an SRAM GX Eagle™ Trigger, ensuring intuitive operation.

The RockShox SID SL Select+ fork, with 100 mm of travel and OneLoc Remote, ensures optimum damping on challenging trails. The SRAM X1 Eagle™ Carbon DUB crankset, with 32 teeth and a length of 175 mm, contributes to the drivetrain’s efficiency. The SRAM XG-1275 cassette, with a 10–52T range, offers a wide variety of gear ratios.

The bike is fitted with Newmen Evolution 318.10 handlebars (720 mm) and CUBE Race SL grips (29.5 mm, 1-clamp), which ensure comfortable and safe handling. The Newmen Evolution 318.4 stem (31.8 mm) and the VP Integrated headset (1 1/8" top, 1 1/2" bottom) complete the cockpit.

The tyres consist of Schwalbe Racing Ray (front) and Schwalbe Racing Ralph (rear), both in size 2.25 and featuring Super Race, Addix Speedgrip and Addix Speed rubber compounds respectively. The Fulcrum Red 55 wheelset, featuring Tubeless Ready technology and 28/28 spokes, ensures stability and reliability on all surfaces.

The Natural Fit Nuance SL saddle and the Newmen Evolution seatpost (27.2 mm) offer comfort on long rides, whilst the CUBE Varioclose seatpost clamp (31.8 mm) ensures a secure hold.

All in all, the Cube Reaction C:62 SL grey’n’red is a well-designed and high-performance mountain bike that impresses with both its technical specifications and its equipment.