Cube Nuroad FE deepblue´n´metalgrey

The "Nuroad FE deepblue'n'metalgrey" model from the Cube brand from 2023 is a versatile gravel bike that is characterised by its high-quality equipment and attractive pricing. With a price tag of EUR 1049, it offers a solid combination of performance and comfort.

The frame of the Nuroad FE is made of 6061 T6 Superlite aluminium and features Gravel Comfort Geometry as well as flat mount disc mounts, which ensures stability and comfort on different surfaces. The permissible total weight is 115 kg, while the bike itself weighs in at 12 kg.

Reliable braking is ensured by the Tektro MD-C510 brakes with flat mount and 160 mm brake discs at the front and rear. Shifting is provided by the Shimano Claris RD-R2000-GS with 8 gears, which, in combination with the Shimano Claris ST-R2000 shifters and the Shimano Claris FD-R2000-BM front derailleur, ensures precise and smooth gear changes. The Shimano Claris FC-R2000 crankset with 50x34T and the Shimano CS-HG31 sprocket with 11-34T offer a wide gear range for different riding conditions.

The fork of the Nuroad FE is a CUBE Nuroad Flat Mount Disc made of full carbon, which is tapered and has mounts for mudguards and lowriders. Lighting is provided by the CUBE Shiny 50 front light and the ACID Mudguard Rear Light PRO-E rear light, both of which ensure good visibility in poor light conditions.

The drivetrain is completed by the KMC Z8.3 chain. The handlebar is a CUBE Compact Race Bar wrapped in ACID Bartape CX, while the stem is a CUBE Performance Stem Pro with a 31.8 mm diameter. The headset is a VP Z-t, Top Zero-Stack 1 1/8" (OD 44mm), Bottom Integrated 1 1/4".

The rims are CUBE GR 2.3 Disc, fitted with Schwalbe G-One Allround tyres in size 40-622, which provide good grip and comfort. The front hub is a Shimano DH-3D32 with hub dynamo and quick release, while the rear hub is a Shimano HB-TX506 with quick release and 6-bolt.

The Natural Fit Venec Lite saddle sits on a CUBE Performance seatpost with a 27.2 mm diameter and is held in place by a CUBE Screwlock seat clamp with a 31.8 mm diameter. The bike is also equipped with ACID 50 BB-mount mudguards, an ACID FM Pure kickstand and an ACID Gravel pannier rack.

The packaging dimensions are 230 mm in width, 860 mm in height and 1620 mm in length, with a gross weight of 15100 g.

Overall, the Cube Nuroad FE deepblue'n'metalgrey offers a good balance between price and performance, making it an attractive option for gravel bike enthusiasts.