Cube Reaction Hybrid ONE 625 aquamarine´n´orange

The 2022 ‘Reaction Hybrid ONE 625 aquamarine’n’orange’ model from Cube offers a wide range of technical features and solid spec at a price of 2,749 EUR. The e-bike’s frame is made from Superlite aluminium and features Gravity Casting, Agile Ride Geometry and a 1.5 headtube. The internal cable routing and fully integrated battery contribute to a clean, uncluttered look. The frame is also fitted with mounting points for a kickstand, mudguards and a luggage rack.

Braking performance is provided by Shimano BR-MT200 hydraulic disc brakes with 180 mm discs at the front and rear. The drivetrain consists of a Shimano Deore RD-M4120-SGS 10-speed rear derailleur, operated via Shimano Deore SL-M4100 Rapidfire-Plus shift levers. The SR Suntour XCM HLO Coil fork, with 100 mm of travel, ensures a comfortable ride across a wide variety of terrain.

The bike is fitted with CUBE PP MTB pedals and an ACID E-Crank crankset (175 mm, 38T). The Shimano Deore CS-M4100 cassette offers a gear range of 11–42T, and power is transmitted via a KMC X10 chain. The handlebars – a 720 mm wide CUBE Rise Trail Bar – and the CUBE Race Grip grips, with a diameter of 31 mm and a clamp, ensure secure handling. The stem is a CUBE Performance Stem E-MTB with a diameter of 31.8 mm.

The headset varies depending on wheel size: the ACROS AZX-1033 is used for 27.5-inch wheels, whilst the ACROS AZF-1031 is used for 29-inch wheels. Both variants feature a BlockLock function with a 120° angle and Zero-Stack bearings (ZS 56 mm). The Rodi Blackrock 23 rims with 32 spokes are disc brake-compatible and tubeless-ready, fitted with Schwalbe Smart Sam tyres (2.35). The hubs are a Shimano HB-TX505 at the front and a Shimano FH-TX505 at the rear, both featuring quick-release mechanisms and CentreLock brake disc mounts.

The saddle is a Natural Fit Sequence model, mounted on a CUBE Performance seatpost (30.9 mm), secured by a CUBE Varioclose seatpost clamp (34.9 mm). The e-bike’s drive system is powered by the Bosch Drive Unit Performance CX Generation 4 (85 Nm) Cruise (250 watts), fuelled by a Bosch PowerTube 625 battery. The Bosch Purion display offers simple operation and an overview of all relevant ride data. The battery is charged using a Bosch 2A charger.

Overall, the Reaction Hybrid ONE 625 impresses with its high-quality specifications and well-thought-out design, which prioritises both riding comfort and performance.