Cube Reaction Hybrid ONE 500 aquamarine´n´orange

The "Reaction Hybrid ONE 500 aquamarine'n'orange" model from Cube, released in 2022, offers a balanced combination of performance, comfort and reliability. For a price of 2,549 EUR, you get an e-mountain bike that is suitable for both beginners and experienced riders.

The bike’s frame is made from Superlite aluminium and is manufactured using Gravity Casting technology. This construction ensures high stability and low weight. The Agile Ride Geometry guarantees agile handling, whilst the 1.5 headtube and internal cable routing ensure a clean, tidy look. The fully integrated battery and mounting points for a kickstand, mudguards and a luggage rack highlight the model’s versatility.

Braking performance is provided by Shimano BR-MT200 hydraulic disc brakes with 180 mm rotors at the front and rear. The drivetrain consists of a Shimano Deore RD-M4120-SGS 10-speed system, operated via the Shimano Deore SL-M4100 Rapidfire-Plus shift levers. This combination enables precise and rapid gear changes.

The SR Suntour XCM HLO coil fork with 100 mm of travel provides suspension and ensures a comfortable ride on uneven terrain. The bike is fitted with CUBE PP MTB pedals and features an ACID E-Crank crankset with a length of 175 mm and a 38T chainring. The Shimano Deore CS-M4100 cassette has a 11–42T range, whilst power is transmitted via a KMC X10 chain.

The bike’s handlebars are CUBE Rise Trail Bars, 720 mm wide, fitted with CUBE Race Grip 31 mm grips using a 1-clamp mounting. The stem is a CUBE Performance Stem E-MTB with a diameter of 31.8 mm. The headset varies depending on wheel size: the 27.5-inch version features an ACROS AZX-1033, whilst the 29-inch version has an ACROS AZF-1031, both with a Zero-Stack design.

The Rodi Blackrock 23 rims are tubeless-ready and have 32 spoke holes, which provides additional stability. The Schwalbe Smart Sam Active tyres, size 2.35, offer good grip on a variety of surfaces. The hubs are by Shimano (front: HB-TX505, rear: FH-TX505) and feature a Centre Lock mounting system.

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

At the heart of the e-bike is the Bosch Performance CX Generation 4 motor, delivering 85 Nm of torque and 250 watts of power. The Bosch PowerTube 500 battery ensures sufficient range, whilst the Bosch Purion display makes operation straightforward. A Bosch 2A charger is used for recharging.

Overall, the Reaction Hybrid ONE 500 aquamarine’n’orange offers a well-designed package that impresses both in technical terms and in terms of riding comfort.