Cube Stereo 140 HPC Race 27.5 petrol´n´red

The "Stereo 140 HPC Race 27.5 petrol’n’red" model from Cube, released in 2021, is a high-quality mountain bike that stands out thanks to its advanced construction and first-class specifications. The frame is constructed using HPC Carbon Monocoque Advanced Twin Mold Technology and a 6061 T6 aluminium rear triangle. This design ensures an optimal combination of lightness and stability. The bike’s total weight is just 13 kg, making it one of the lighter models in its class.

The braking system comprises Shimano hydraulic disc brakes (BR-MT520/MT500) with 203 mm rotors at the front and 180 mm at the rear, delivering reliable and powerful braking performance. The drivetrain consists of a Shimano XT RD-M8100-SGS ShadowPlus 12-speed system, which enables precise and smooth gear changes. The shift levers are Shimano Deore SL-M6100 Rapidfire-Plus, ensuring fast and intuitive operation.

For suspension, the bike is fitted with a Fox 34 Float Rhythm fork, which features a 2-position Sweep-Adjust GRIP damper and 150 mm of travel. The rear shock is a Fox Float DPS with Open, Medium and Firm modes, allowing for optimal adaptation to different types of terrain.

The crankset is a Shimano FC-MT511 with 32 teeth and Boost standard, whilst the cassette is a Shimano Deore CS-M6100 with a 10–51T range. Power is transmitted via a Shimano CN-M6100 chain. The handlebars are Race Face Ride 35 with a width of 760 mm, combined with CUBE Race SL grips (29.5 mm, 1-clamp) for a comfortable grip.

The stem is a Race Face Aeffect R 35, and the headset is a VP Integrated, measuring 1 1/8" at the top and 1 1/2" at the bottom. The tyres are Schwalbe Nobby Nic Super Ground with Addix Speedgrip and Kevlar, 2.35 wide, fitted to a Fulcrum Red Fire 55 EM wheelset. This wheelset is tubeless-ready and features 28 spokes at the front and rear.

The saddle is a Natural Fit Nuance Lite, mounted on a CUBE dropper post with handlebar lever and internal cable routing. The seatpost has a diameter of 31.6 mm and a travel of 130 mm (120 mm for size S). The saddle is clamped using a CUBE Screwlock with a diameter of 34.9 mm.

The 2021 Cube Stereo 140 HPC Race 27.5 petrol’n’red is priced at 2549 EUR and offers excellent spec for discerning mountain bikers who value quality and performance.