Cube Reaction C:62 Race green´n´flashgreen

The "Reaction C:62 Race green’n’flashgreen" model from Cube, released in 2022, is a high-quality mountain bike that stands out for its advanced technology and precision-engineered components. The price for this model is 2,199 EUR.

The bike’s frame is constructed using C:62 Monocoque Advanced Twin Mold Technology and, featuring ARG2, a tapered head tube and a PressFit bottom bracket (BB), offers an extremely stable and lightweight design. The frame also features a Boost 12x148mm rear axle and internal cable routing, ensuring a clean appearance and protecting the cables. The bike is also ready for a dropper post.

Braking performance is provided by Shimano hydraulic disc brakes (XT BR-M8100) with 180mm discs at the front and 160mm at the rear, offering reliable stopping power even on challenging descents. The gear system is also from Shimano – specifically, the XT RD-M8100-SGS ShadowPlus system with 12 speeds, which is controlled directly via the Shimano SLX SL-M7100-I shift lever.

The suspension fork is a Fox 32 Float SC with a 2-position remote lever, which allows for easy adjustment of the suspension. It features a tapered steerer tube, a 15x110mm axle and 100mm of travel. The crankset is a Shimano Deore FC-M6100-1 with a 32-tooth chainring, whilst the cassette is a Shimano Deore CS-M6100 with a 10–51-tooth range. The drivetrain is completed by the Shimano CN-M6100 chain.

The handlebars are Newmen Evolution 318.10 with a width of 720 mm, fitted with ACID React Pro grips. The stem is also from Newmen (Evolution 318.4) with a diameter of 31.8 mm. The headset is a VP Integrated System, with a diameter of 1 1/8" at the top and 1 1/2" at the bottom.

The tyres are Schwalbe Racing Ray at the front and Schwalbe Racing Ralph at the rear, both in the Addix Performance version with Kevlar and a width of 2.25 inches. The wheelset consists of Newmen Evolution X.A.25 rims with 28 spokes at the front and rear, which are designed to be tubeless-ready.

The saddle is a Natural Fit Nuance Lite, mounted on a Newmen Evolution seatpost with a diameter of 27.2 mm. The saddle is clamped using a CUBE Varioclose clamp with a diameter of 31.8 mm.

In summary, the Cube Reaction C:62 Race green’n’flashgreen is a well-equipped mountain bike that impresses with its high-quality components and lightweight yet sturdy frame. It offers outstanding performance on a wide variety of trails for both ambitious amateur riders and competitive cyclists.