Cube AMS ZERO99 C:68X Race 29 liquidred´n´carbon

The "AMS ZERO99 C:68X Race 29 liquidred´n´carbon" model from Cube, released in 2022, is a state-of-the-art mountain bike that stands out for its advanced technology and high-quality components. The price for this model is 4,199 EUR. The bike’s frame is constructed using C:68X Monocoque Advanced Twin Mold Technology, FSP 4-Link, Boost 148 and UDH™, ensuring excellent stability and optimum power transfer.

The brakes are Shimano XT BR-M8100 hydraulic disc brakes, measuring 180 mm at the front and 160 mm at the rear, ensuring reliable and powerful braking performance. The rear derailleur is the Shimano XT RD-M8100-SGS, ShadowPlus, 12-speed derailleur, which enables precise and smooth gear changes. The shift levers are the Shimano XT SL-M8100-IR, Direct Attach, which also ensure smooth operation.

The bike’s suspension is supported by the Fox 32 SC Float Performance fork with a 2-position remote, tapered design and a 15x110 mm thru-axle, as well as 100 mm of travel. The rear shock is a Fox Float DPS Performance Elite Remote measuring 190x40 mm and also featuring a 2-position remote function, which ensures optimum damping.

The crankset is a Shimano XT FC-M8100 with 32 teeth and a Boost length of 175 mm (170 mm for size S). The cassette is a Shimano XT CS-M8100 with a 10–51T range, and the drivetrain is complemented by the Shimano CN-M6100 chain.

The handlebars are Newmen Advanced 318.0 carbon bars with a width of 740 mm, whilst the ACID React Pro grips ensure a secure grip. The stem is a Newmen Evolution SL 318.2 with a diameter of 31.8 mm. The headset is an ACROS Integrated with an upper diameter of 1 1/8" and a lower diameter of 1 1/2", as well as fibre inserts for an angle adjustment of 0.6°.

The tyres are Schwalbe Racing Ray Super Race Addix Speedgrip Kevlar in size 2.25 at the front and Schwalbe Racing Ralph Super Race Addix Speedgrip Kevlar, also in size 2.25, at the rear. The wheelset consists of Newmen Evolution SL X.A.25 wheels with 28/28 spokes and axle dimensions of 15x110 mm at the front and 12x148 mm at the rear; the wheels are also tubeless-ready.

The saddle is a Natural Fit Nuance SLT Carbon, which ensures comfort on long rides. The seatpost is a Newmen Advanced made of carbon with a diameter of 30.9 mm, and the saddle is clamped using a CUBE Screwlock with a diameter of 34.9 mm.

In summary, the Cube AMS ZERO99 C:68X Race 29 liquidred’n’carbon offers an impressive all-round package combining high-quality technology and well-designed components, appealing to both ambitious amateur riders and professional mountain bikers.