Cube Access WS Exc black´n´blue

The 2021 "Access WS Exc black’n’blue" model from Cube offers excellent value for money at EUR 559. The bike’s frame is made from Aluminium Lite and features AMF (Advanced Mechanical Forming) as well as internal cable routing, which ensures a tidy appearance and protects the cables. The frame is also designed to allow for easy fitting of a kickstand. The bike’s total weight is 14 kg.

Braking performance is provided by Shimano BR-MT200 hydraulic disc brakes with 160 mm rotors at the front and rear. The drivetrain consists of a Shimano RD-M360 8-speed rear derailleur, combined with a Shimano SL-M315 Rapidfire-Plus shifter, enabling precise gear changes. The front derailleur is a Shimano FD-M310 with dual pull and a 31.8 mm diameter clamp.

The SR Suntour XCM RL Disc suspension fork, with 100 mm of travel and remote lockout, ensures comfort and control on uneven terrain. The bike is fitted with CUBE HPP MTB pedals, and the crankset is from Shimano (FC-TX801) with a triple chainring set (42x32x22T) and a crank arm length of 170 mm. The cassette is a Shimano CS-HG318 with an 11–34T range, and the chain is a KMC CU8.3.

The handlebars, a CUBE Rise Trail Bar with a width of 680 mm, and the stem, a CUBE Performance Stem with a diameter of 31.8 mm, provide a comfortable and controlled riding position. The grips are CUBE Performance Grips, which ensure additional comfort. The headset is a semi-integrated CUBE FPH863.

The rims are CUBE ZX20 with 32 spoke holes and disc brake mounts. The tyres are Schwalbe Smart Sam Active, 2.1 inches wide, which are renowned for their versatile off-road performance. The hubs are made from lightweight aluminium by CUBE, both front and rear, featuring quick-release mechanisms and 6-hole 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 in place using a CUBE Varioclose clamp with a diameter of 31.8 mm.

Overall, the Cube Access WS Exc black’n’blue offers a solid specification and attractive features that are suitable for both beginners and more experienced riders.