Cube Reaction Hybrid Rookie SLX 400 teamline

The "Reaction Hybrid Rookie SLX 400 teamline" model from Cube, released in 2024, is a versatile e-mountain bike available at a price of 2,449 EUR. The frame is made from Superlite aluminium, ensuring a lightweight yet robust construction. The innovative Gravity Casting technology and Agile Ride Geometry contribute to agile and stable handling. The frame features a tapered headtube and internal cable routing, which ensures a clean look and better protection for the cables. Furthermore, the battery is fully integrated, which further enhances the design. Practical mounting points for a kickstand, mudguards and a luggage rack enhance the bike’s versatility.

The maximum load capacity is 90 kg, whilst the bike itself weighs 22 kg. The Magura MT Thirty hydraulic disc brakes (180/160 mm) ensure reliable braking performance in a variety of conditions. The drivetrain consists of a Shimano Deore RD-M4120-SGS 10-speed rear derailleur, operated via the Shimano Deore SL-M4100 Rapidfire-Plus shifter. The SR Suntour XCR32 Air LO-R fork, with 100 mm of travel, offers good damping and control on rough terrain.

The bike is fitted with CUBE PP MTB pedals and features an ACID E-Crank crankset with 38 teeth and a length of 165 mm. The Shimano Deore CS-M4100 sprocket has a range of 11–42 teeth, and the chain is a KMC X10. The handlebars, a CUBE Rise Trail Bar with a width of 680 mm, and the ACID React Pro Lock-On grips offer comfort and control. The stem is a CUBE Performance Stem SL with a diameter of 31.8 mm.

The headset is an ACROS AZX-1041 BlockLock 135° with Zero-Stack technology at both the top (1 1/8", ZS 44 mm) and bottom (1 1/2", ZS 56 mm). The CUBE EX23 rims are tubeless-ready and have 32 spokes. The Schwalbe Smart Sam Active tyres, size 2.25, offer good grip on a variety of surfaces. The front and rear hubs are Shimano HB-TX506 models with quick-release mechanisms and 6-hole brake disc mounts.

The Natural Fit Venec saddle and the CUBE Performance seatpost, with a diameter of 30.9 mm, ensure comfort whilst riding. The saddle is clamped using the CUBE Varioclose, which has a diameter of 34.9 mm.

Overall, the “Reaction Hybrid Rookie SLX 400 teamline” from Cube offers a well-thought-out specification and high-quality components that are suitable for both beginners and experienced riders.