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Cube builds its One22 on a carbon frame weighing just 2474 grams with an aluminium rear triangle. Together with light wheels, fast-rolling tyres, a wide range and a small climbing gear, it quickly becomes clear that the One22 wants to climb mountains. The fact that it's still not one of the best climbers in the test is due to several factors: on the one hand, the high-traction rear triangle pumps with every pedal stroke - there's no getting around the platform on the climbs. Secondly, you sit very upright on the Cube, compact and not very drive-orientated. The front wheel rises early on steep sections, which requires a very active riding style from the rider. To avoid pedalling too much from behind due to the slack seat angle, you should push the saddle forwards a little.
Cube One22 HPC TM 29: Good on easy trails
The Cube masters undulating single trails and twisty courses with ease, and short counter-climbs are easy to roll down. The suspension is also more potent than the filigree bike would suggest. Nevertheless, as soon as the going gets tough, the One22 quickly reaches its limits. The rear suspension releases its travel too quickly and lacks support. With the steep head angle, narrow handlebars and hard, thin grips, the trail bike soon feels overwhelmed.
The tyres are also not really designed for tough terrain - acceptable grip, but low puncture protection. At least the powerful XT stoppers with four pistons and a large front disc bring you to a reliable stop at all times. The high noise level on descents is due to the lack of frame protection and the brake line rattling against the spokes of the rear wheel - there is still room for improvement here.
Conclusion on the Cube One22 HPC TM 29 by Stefan Frey, BIKE editor:
Cube delivers a tourer with classic virtues: light, manoeuvrable, comfortable. The geometry with a slack seat angle looks a little old-fashioned. The rear triangle wastes potential both on climbs and descents.
Technical data and notes Cube One22 HPC TM 29
Manufacturer information
- Price: 3199 Euro >> available here
- Available from specialised dealers
- Frame material: Carbon/aluminium
- Frame size: S, M,L, XL(tested size L, 48 cm)
Measured values
- Weight without pedals: 13,48 kg
- Frame weight without damper: 2474 g
- Weight of wheels: 4820 g
- Handlebar width: 760 mm
Equipment
- ForkFox 34 Float Rhythm Fit Grip
- DamperFox Float DPS Performance
- Front/rear suspension travel: 131/127 mm
- Crank handleSram X1 1000 Eagle
- CircuitSram GX Eagle 1 x 12
- Translation / bandwidth: 30; 10-52 / 520 %
- Brake system / Disc (front / rear)Shimano XT BR-M8120 / 203 mm /180 mm
- Telescopic support / stroke / ØCube Dropper Post /150 mm/31.6 mm
- Impellers: Fulcrum Red Metal500
- Tyres: Maxxis Ardent; Exo Protection TR29x2.40
- Ease of maintenance: Weak
BIKE test rating²: good - 172.5 out of 250 points
Further information on the trail bike can be found in the graphics
- ¹Price plus costs for packaging, shipping and tuning if applicable²The BIKE judgement reflects the laboratory measurements (BIKE laboratory measurement) and the subjective impression of the test riders.
- The BIKE judgement is independent of price. ²BIKE judgements: super (250-205 P.), very good (204.75-180 P.), good (179.75-155 P.), satisfactory (154.75-130 P.), with weaknesses (129.75-105 P.), unsatisfactory (104.75-0 P.).
Stefan Frey
Editor
