Cube Nuroad Race grey´n´black

The 2022 ‘Nuroad Race grey’n’black’ model from Cube is a versatile gravel bike that stands out for its high-quality components and well-thought-out design. Priced at EUR 1,599, it offers excellent value for money for ambitious riders.

The Nuroad Race’s frame is made from 6061 T6 Superlite aluminium, which is renowned for its lightness and robustness. The Gravel Comfort Geometry ensures a comfortable riding position, whilst the flat-mount disc mounts and the option to fit mudguards and luggage racks offer additional flexibility. A 12x142mm rear axle and the AXH system ensure high stiffness and stability.

For braking performance, the bike is fitted with Shimano BR-RX400 hydraulic disc brakes, which feature 160mm discs at both the front and rear for reliable deceleration. The rear derailleur is a Shimano GRX RD-RX810, an 11-speed direct-mount derailleur that enables precise and smooth gear changes. The Shimano GRX ST-RX600 shift levers and the Shimano GRX FD-R810 front derailleur complete the drivetrain, offering optimum control.

The Nuroad Race’s fork is a full-carbon CUBE Nuroad Flat Mount Disc, which is not only lightweight but also extremely stiff. It features a tapered head tube (1 1/8" – 1 1/4") and mounting points for mudguards and a lowrider rack. The Shimano GRX FC-RX600 crankset with 46x30T chainrings and the Shimano 105 CS-HG700 cassette with an 11-34T range offer a wide gear ratio range for different types of terrain.

Power is transmitted via a Shimano CN-HG601-11 chain, which is renowned for its durability. The handlebars are CUBE Gravel Race Bars, wrapped in ACID CX bar tape to ensure a secure grip. The stem is a CUBE Performance Stem SL with a diameter of 31.8mm, and the VP Z-t headset ensures precise steering.

The Nuroad Race is fitted with Schwalbe G-One Allround Kevlar tyres in size 40-622, mounted on a CUBE GR 2.3 wheelset. This combination offers excellent grip and comfort on a wide variety of surfaces. The Natural Fit Venec saddle and the CUBE Performance seatpost, with a diameter of 27.2mm, provide additional comfort during long rides. The saddle is secured using an integrated CUBE Nuroad seat clamp.

In summary, the 2022 Cube Nuroad Race grey’n’black offers a well-thought-out combination of high-quality components and comfortable geometry, making it the ideal companion for gravel enthusiasts.