Cube Axial WS violetwhite´n´coral

The "Axial WS violetwhite´n´coral" model from Cube, released in 2022, is a versatile, high-quality road bike designed specifically for women. Priced at 899 EUR, it offers excellent value for money and appeals to both beginners and experienced cyclists.

The Axial WS frame is made from 6061 T6 Superlite aluminium and features Road Comfort Geometry, which ensures a comfortable yet sporty riding position. The frame also allows for the fitting of mudguards and is fitted with QR dropouts.

The braking system consists of Tektro MD-C310C disc brakes, fitted in a flat-mount design and featuring 160 mm brake discs at both the front and rear. These brakes deliver reliable stopping power in a wide range of conditions.

The gear system is based on the Shimano Claris groupset. The Shimano Claris RD-R2000-GS rear derailleur offers 8 speeds, which are precisely shifted using the Shimano Claris ST-R2000 shift levers. The front derailleur is a Shimano Claris FD-R2000-BM, mounted on a 31.8 mm clamp.

The Axial WS features the CUBE CSL Race Disc fork, which is made entirely of carbon. It features a tapered head tube (1 1/8" – 1 1/4" tapered) and is also designed with a flat-mount configuration for disc brakes. The quick-release (QR) axles ensure easy handling and maintenance.

The crankset consists of the Shimano Claris FC-R2000 with a gear ratio of 50x34T. The corresponding bottom bracket (BB) is the BB-RS500 model. The cassette is a Shimano CS-HG31 with a range of 11–34T, offering a versatile gear ratio for a variety of terrain. The drivetrain is completed by a KMC Z7 chain.

The handlebars are the CUBE Compact Race Bar, wrapped in ACID RD bar tape to ensure a comfortable grip. The stem is the CUBE Performance Stem SL with a diameter of 31.8 mm. The headset is a VP Z-t model with a Top Zero stack (1 1/8", OD 44 mm) and an integrated bottom (1 1/4").

The rims are the CUBE RA 1.9 Disc models, fitted with Conti Ultra Sport 3 tyres in size 28-622. This combination offers a good balance between speed and comfort. The hubs are Shimano HB-TX506 models, both front and rear, and feature quick-release axles and a 6-bolt brake disc mount.

The saddle is the Natural Fit Venec Lite WS, which is specially designed to suit the female anatomy. The seatpost is the CUBE Performance Post with a diameter of 27.2 mm and is secured by a CUBE Screwlock seatpost clamp (31.8 mm).

Overall, the Cube Axial WS violetwhite’n’coral is a well-designed and well-equipped road bike that impresses in terms of both comfort and performance.