Cube Reaction Hybrid EXC 625 29 green´n´flashgreen

The 2022 "Reaction Hybrid EXC 625 29 green’n’flashgreen" model from Cube is a high-quality e-mountain bike designed for demanding riders. Priced at EUR 3,299, it offers a wide range of technical features and robust specifications.

The bike’s frame is made from Superlite aluminium and was manufactured using Gravity Casting technology, ensuring high stability and durability. The Agile Ride Geometry and the 1.5 headtube contribute to agile and precise handling. The frame is also equipped with Boost 148, internal cable routing and a fully integrated battery. Furthermore, it features mounting points for a kickstand, mudguards and a luggage rack.

Braking performance is provided by Magura MT Thirty hydraulic disc brakes, each with four pistons at the front and rear, and 203 mm brake discs. The drivetrain is a SRAM NX Eagle™ 12-speed system, operated via a SRAM SX Eagle™ trigger shifter, which was developed specifically for e-bikes and allows only one click per gear change.

The RockShox Judy Silver TK Air fork, with a tapered steerer tube, 15x110 mm thru-axle and 120 mm travel, is eMTB-certified and features a lockout function. The pedals are CUBE PP MTB models, whilst the crankset is an ACID E-Crank with a length of 175 mm and a 38-tooth chainring. The cassette is a SRAM PG-1210 Eagle™ with an 11–50T range.

The handlebars are CUBE Rise Trail Bars, 720 mm wide, combined with ACID React Pro grips and a CUBE Performance Stem E-MTB stem with a diameter of 31.8 mm. The headset is an ACROS AZX-1030 with a zero-stack design.

The Rodi TRYP30 rims are tubeless-ready and have 32 spokes. The tyres are Schwalbe Smart Sam, Active, in size 2.6. The hubs are from Shimano: the front hub is the HB-MT400-B model with a 15 mm thru-axle, and the rear hub is the FH-MT400-B model with a 12 mm thru-axle; both comply with the Boost standard and feature CentreLock brake disc mounts.

The saddle is a Natural Fit Sequence, mounted on a CUBE Performance seatpost with a diameter of 30.9 mm. The saddle is clamped using a CUBE Varioclose with a diameter of 34.9 mm.

The e-bike is powered by the Bosch Drive Unit Performance CX Generation 4 motor, delivering 85 Nm of torque and 250 watts of power. The battery is a Bosch PowerTube 625, and the display is the Bosch Kiox model. A Bosch 4A charger is used for recharging.

Overall, the “Reaction Hybrid EXC 625 29 green’n’flashgreen” offers a balanced combination of performance, comfort and versatility, ideal for challenging off-road rides.