Cube Touring EXC sphereblue´n´blue

The "Touring EXC sphereblue´n´blue" model from Cube, released in 2022, is a versatile trekking bike that stands out for its high-quality components and attractive design. Priced at 949 EUR, it offers excellent value for money.

The bike’s frame is made from Superlite aluminium and features Trekking Comfort geometry, ensuring a comfortable, upright riding position. The frame is double-butted, which reduces weight whilst increasing stability.

Braking performance is provided by Shimano hydraulic disc brakes (BR-MT200) with 160 mm rotors at the front and rear. These brakes offer reliable and powerful deceleration in all weather conditions. The gear system is also by Shimano and comprises a Deore RD-T6000 10-speed rear derailleur, combined with Deore SL-M6000 Rapidfire-Plus shift levers. The front derailleur is a Shimano Deore FD-T6000, Top-Swing, with a clamp width of 31.8 mm.

The SR Suntour NEX HLO suspension fork, with 63 mm of travel and a lockout function, ensures comfort on uneven trails and can be locked out when needed to prevent energy loss when riding on smooth roads. The lighting comprises a CUBE Shiny 50 front light and an ACID Mudguard Rear Light PRO-D rear light, both of which ensure good visibility in road traffic.

The bike is fitted with ACID PP trekking pedals, which provide a secure grip. The crankset is a Shimano FC-T521 with 48x36x26T chainrings and an Octalink bottom bracket (BB-ES300) with a length of 175 mm. The cassette is a Shimano CS-HG500 with a 11-34T range, and the chain is a KMC X10.

The handlebars are CUBE Comfort Trail Bars with a width of 660 mm, and the grips are Natural Fit Comfort models, which provide extra comfort. The stem is a CUBE Comfort Stem Pro, which is angle-adjustable and has a diameter of 31.8 mm. The headset is a CUBE H863, semi-integrated, with a diameter of 1 1/8".

The rims are CUBE ZX20 with 32 spoke holes and designed for disc brakes. The tyres are Schwalbe Range Cruiser in size 47-622, which provide a good balance between rolling resistance and comfort. The front hub is a Shimano DH-3D37 hub dynamo with quick-release (QR) and a Centre Lock brake disc mount, whilst the rear hub is a Shimano FH-TX505 with a quick-release (QR) and a Centre Lock brake disc mount.

The saddle is a Natural Fit Sequence Comfort model, mounted on a CUBE Performance seatpost with a diameter of 27.2 mm. The saddle is secured using a CUBE Screwlock clamp with a diameter of 31.8 mm.

Additional features include ACID 53 BB-Mount mudguards, a CUBEstand Cmpt kickstand and an ACID Semi-Integrated Carrier, which is compatible with the ACID RILink adapter.

Overall, the Cube Touring EXC sphereblue’n’blue offers a comprehensive range of features for comfortable and reliable touring.