Cube SL Road Race FE blue´n´blue

The "SL Road Race FE blue’n’blue" model from Cube, released in 2022, stands out for its high-quality spec and attractive price of 1,399 EUR. The frame is made from Superlite Trekking Sport aluminium, fitted with flat-mount disc brakes and a 12x142mm axle, ensuring stability and lightness. The brakes are Tektro HD-R280 hydraulic disc brakes, fitted with Flat Mount (160/160), guaranteeing reliable braking performance.

The drivetrain features the Shimano GRX RD-RX810, an 11-speed system that ensures precise gear changes. This is supported by the Shimano SL-RS700 shift lever and the Shimano GRX FD-R810 front derailleur. The fork is a full-carbon CUBE TS Disc with tapered steerer and Flat Mount, as well as a 12x100mm axle, which ensures optimum handling.

For lighting, the bike is fitted with a CUBE IQ-XS-Friendly N Plus front light and an ACID Mudguard Rear Light PRO-D rear light, which is powered by 6V AC. The pedals are ACID PP Trekking models, which ensure comfort and safety. The crankset consists of a Shimano GRX FC-RX600 with 46x30T, complemented by a Shimano 105 CS-HG700 cassette with 11-34T and a Shimano CN-HG601-11 drivetrain.

The handlebars are CUBE Flat Race Bars with a width of 660mm, whilst the grips are Natural Fit All Terrain. The stem is a CUBE Performance Stem Pro with a diameter of 31.8mm. The headset is a VP Semi-Integrated model, 1 1/8" at the top and integrated at the bottom with 1 1/4". The tyres are Schwalbe G-One Allround Kevlar tyres in size 40-622, fitted to a CUBE RA 1.9 Aero Disc wheelset, which is tubeless-ready.

The saddle is a Natural Fit Nuance Lite model, fitted to a CUBE Performance Post seatpost with a diameter of 27.2 mm. The saddle is clamped in place using a CUBE Screwlock with a diameter of 31.8 mm. ACID 50 BB-mount mudguards are fitted for added comfort and protection. An ACID Pro Flat Mount kickstand ensures the bike stands securely, whilst an ACID Gravel luggage rack provides carrying capacity.

Overall, the 2022 Cube SL Road Race FE blue’n’blue model offers an excellent combination of high-quality components and well-thought-out design, making it an outstanding choice for sporty trekking tours.