Cube Travel mirrorred´n´black

The ‘Travel mirrorred’n’black’ model from Cube, released in 2024, is a versatile urban bike that stands out for its high quality and well-thought-out features. Priced at 999 EUR, it offers excellent value for money.

The bike’s frame is made from Superlite aluminium and is designed for 29-inch urban use. It is tapered and double-butted, ensuring high stability whilst keeping the weight low. The maximum load capacity is 140 kg, whilst the bike itself weighs in at 15 kg.

Reliable braking performance is provided by the Shimano BR-MT200 hydraulic disc brakes with 160 mm rotors at the front and rear. The bike is fitted with a 9-speed drivetrain featuring the Shimano RD-M3100-SGS rear derailleur. The Shimano SL-M3100-R Rapidfire-Plus shifter enables quick and precise gear changes. The Shimano Altus FD-M370 front derailleur is a topswing derailleur with a 31.8 mm clamp.

The fork is made of aluminium and is designed as a rigid fork for 29-inch wheels. It contributes to the bike’s stability and steering precision. Lighting is provided by the CUBE Shiny 50 front light and the ACID Mudguard Rear Light PRO-D, which is powered by 6V AC.

The ACID PP Trekking pedals offer a secure grip, whilst the Shimano BB-MT501 bottom bracket, with a width of 68 mm and BSA threading, ensures efficient power transfer. The Shimano FC-T4060 crankset, with 48x36x26T chainrings and a length of 175 mm, offers a wide range of gear ratios. The Shimano CS-HG200 cassette (11-34T) and the KMC X9 chain complete the drivetrain.

The CUBE Comfort Trail Bar is 660 mm wide, and the ACID Travel Comfort grips ensure a comfortable ride. The CUBE Performance Stem Pro has a diameter of 31.8 mm, and the CUBE FPH868 headset is semi-integrated.

The CUBE EX21 rims are tubeless-ready and have 32 spoke holes, making them particularly robust. The Schwalbe Marathon Almotion tyres, sized 55x622, offer excellent puncture protection and mileage. The front Shimano DH-3D37 hub is a hub dynamo with a quick-release mechanism and a Centre Lock brake disc mount, whilst the rear Shimano FH-M3050 hub is also Centre Lock-compatible.

The Natural Fit Sequence saddle and the CUBE Performance seatpost, with a diameter of 27.2 mm, ensure comfort on long rides. The saddle is clamped using a CUBE Screwlock with a diameter of 31.8 mm.

The bike is also fitted with ACID 65 BB-Mount mudguards, which protect against dirt and spray. The CUBEstand Cmpt kickstand provides stability when the bike is parked, and the ACID Semi-Integrated Carrier is compatible with the ACID RILink adapter, making it particularly versatile.

Overall, the ‘Travel mirrorred’n’black’ from Cube offers well-thought-out features and high quality, making it an ideal companion for urban adventures.