Cube Access WS EAZ blush´n´sliver

The "Access WS EAZ blush'n'silver" model from Cube, released in 2023, is a versatile and robust mountain bike designed specifically for women. It offers excellent value for money and is available at a price of 629 EUR.

The bike’s frame is made from Aluminium Lite, AMF, double-butted aluminium and features internal cable routing, a tapered head tube and a flat-mount brake mount. The frame is also fitted with a SIC mount and an FM kickstand mount. The maximum load capacity is 140 kg, whilst the bike itself weighs 14 kg.

Braking performance is provided by the Tektro HD-M275 / TKD-150 hydraulic disc brake system with 160 mm discs at the front and rear. The drivetrain consists of a Shimano RD-M360 8-speed rear derailleur, combined with Shimano SL-M315 Rapidfire-Plus shift levers and a Shimano FD-M315 front derailleur. The fork is an SR Suntour XCT Disc with 100 mm of travel, ensuring a comfortable ride over uneven terrain.

The bike is fitted with CUBE PP MTB pedals and features a Feimin FP-B902N bottom bracket with a 73 mm BSA thread. The crankset is a Shimano FC-M315 with 36x22T chainrings and a length of 170 mm. The cassette is a Shimano CS-HG31 with an 11–34T range, and the drivetrain is powered by a KMC Z8.3 chain.

The handlebars are CUBE Rise Trail Bars, 680 mm wide, fitted with ACID React grips. The stem is a CUBE Performance Stem with a diameter of 31.8 mm, and the headset is a semi-integrated CUBE FPH868. The rims are CUBE ZX20 with 32 spokes and disc brake mounts, whilst the tyres are CUBE IMPAC Smartpac in size 2.25. The hubs are made of lightweight aluminium and feature QR and 6-bolt disc brake mounts.

The saddle is a Natural Fit Venec Lite WS, mounted on a CUBE Performance seatpost with a diameter of 27.2 mm. The saddle is clamped using a CUBE Varioclose with a diameter of 31.8 mm.

The bike is supplied in a box measuring 1,530 mm in length, 780 mm in height and 240 mm in width, and has a gross weight of 17,500 g. Overall, the Cube Access WS EAZ blush’n’silver offers a solid spec for beginners and advanced riders looking for a reliable and comfortable mountain bike.