Cube Reaction Hybrid ONE 500 29 black´n´blue

The “Reaction Hybrid ONE 500 29 black’n’blue” model from Cube, released in 2021, is a high-quality e-mountain bike available at a price of 2349 EUR. The bike’s frame is made from Superlite aluminium and is manufactured using Gravity Casting technology. The Agile Ride Geometry ensures agile handling, whilst the 1.5 head tube and internal cable routing provide a clean look and high stability. The frame also offers mounting points for a kickstand, mudguards and a luggage rack, and is fitted with a fully integrated Bosch PowerTube 500 battery.

Weighing 22 kg, the Reaction Hybrid ONE 500 is a sturdy yet highly manoeuvrable e-mountain bike. The Shimano BR-MT200 hydraulic disc brakes, with 180 mm discs at the front and rear, provide reliable stopping power in a wide range of conditions. The Shimano Deore RD-M4120-SGS 10-speed rear derailleur and the Shimano Deore SL-M4100 Rapidfire-Plus shifter enable precise and quick gear changes.

The SR Suntour XCM coil suspension fork with 100 mm of travel ensures comfort and control on uneven terrain. The bike is fitted with CUBE PP MTB pedals, an ACID E-Crank crankset with 38 teeth and a crank length of 175 mm. The Shimano Deore CS-M4100 cassette has an 11–42T range and is driven by a KMC X10 chain.

The CUBE Rise Trail Bar handlebars, 720 mm wide, and the CUBE Performance grips offer comfortable and secure handling. The stem is a CUBE Performance Stem E-MTB with a diameter of 31.8 mm. The ACROS AZF-1031 headset ensures precise steering.

The CUBE EX23 rims are tubeless-ready and have 32 spokes. The Schwalbe Smart Sam tyres, size 2.35, offer good grip and puncture protection thanks to K-Guard technology. The front and rear hubs are Shimano HB-TX505 with quick-release and Centerlock mounts.

The Natural Fit Sequence saddle and the CUBE Performance seatpost, with a diameter of 30.9 mm, offer comfort on long rides. The saddle is secured using the CUBE Varioclose clamp with a diameter of 34.9 mm.

The bike is powered by the Bosch Drive Unit Performance CX Generation 4 (85 Nm) Cruise (250 watts), which provides powerful assistance. The Bosch Purion display offers simple and intuitive control of the motor.

Overall, the Cube Reaction Hybrid ONE 500 29 black’n’blue is a well-equipped e-mountain bike that stands out thanks to its robust construction, high-quality components and powerful electric assistance.