Cube Cross Race C:62 Pro swampgrey´n´orange

The 2023 ‘Cross Race C:62 Pro swampgrey’n’orange’ model from Cube is a high-quality cyclocross bike designed for discerning riders. Priced at 2,599 EUR, this bike offers an impressive combination of advanced technology and high-quality components.

The Cross Race C:62 Pro’s frame is constructed using C:62® Advanced Twin Mold Technology, ensuring high stiffness and low weight. The internal cable routing and integrated seatpost clamp contribute to a clean, uncluttered appearance. The frame is also fitted with flat-mount disc brake mounts and a 12x142mm thru-axle. The maximum rider weight is 115 kg, whilst the bike itself weighs just 8 kg, making it a lightweight yet robust companion.

The brakes are Shimano hydraulic disc brakes (BR-RX810) with Flat Mount and 160 mm discs at the front and rear, ensuring reliable braking performance in all conditions. The drivetrain consists of a Shimano GRX RD-RX812 with Direct Mount and offers 11 speeds, which are precisely shifted via the Shimano GRX ST-RX810 shift levers.

The Cross Race C:62 Pro’s fork is the CUBE Cross Race Disc with C:68X® Technology and integrated cable routing, also featuring Flat Mount disc brake mounts. The bottom bracket is an Easton EC90SL with an 86 mm press-fit, and the crankset consists of Easton EC90SL carbon with a 40T chainring. The cassette is a Shimano XT CS-M8000 with an 11–42T range, and the drivetrain is completed by a Shimano CN-HG701 chain.

The handlebars are Newmen Evolution Wing Bars, combined with a CUBE Aero Stem, which also features internal cable routing. The headset is an ACROS Top Integrated 1 1/2" with integrated cable routing and a Bottom Integrated 1 1/4". The tyres are Schwalbe X-One Allround Kevlar in size 33-622, fitted to a Newmen Performance X.R.25 wheelset.

The saddle is a Natural Fit Nuance, mounted on a Newmen Advanced Carbon seatpost with a diameter of 27.2 mm. The saddle is clamped in place using a CUBE Full Integrated Aero Clamp.

The Cross Race C:62 Pro is supplied in a box measuring 260 mm wide, 830 mm high and 1530 mm long, with the gross weight of the box being 12500 g. Overall, the Cube Cross Race C:62 Pro represents a well-designed and high-performance choice for cyclocross enthusiasts who value quality and performance.