Cube Reaction Hybrid Pro 500 29 Allroad black´n´grey

The "Reaction Hybrid Pro 500 29 Allroad black’n’grey" model from Cube, released in 2021, is a versatile e-mountain bike that stands out thanks to its high-quality components and well-thought-out design. Priced at 2649 EUR, this bike offers excellent value for money.

The bike’s frame is made from Superlite aluminium using gravity casting, ensuring high stability and low weight. The Agile Ride Geometry and 1.5 headtube provide excellent riding dynamics and control. The internal cable routing and fully integrated battery contribute to a clean, uncluttered appearance. Furthermore, the frame features mounting points for a kickstand, mudguards and a luggage rack, which underlines the bike’s versatility. The bike’s total weight is 25 kg.

The braking system consists of Shimano hydraulic disc brakes (BR-MT200) with 180 mm rotors at the front and rear, ensuring reliable braking performance. The drivetrain is a 12-speed Sram SX Eagle™ system, which enables precise and smooth gear changes. The shifter is also from Sram SX Eagle™ and features a single-click function.

The SR Suntour XCM34 coil fork, featuring a tapered head tube, a 15x110 mm thru-axle, 100 mm of travel and a lockout function, ensures a comfortable ride over uneven terrain. The lighting comprises a CUBE Shiny 50 Lux front light and an ACID Mudguard Rear Light PRO-E rear light, both powered by 12V DC, ensuring good visibility in low-light conditions.

The bike is fitted with CUBE PP MTB pedals, and the crankset consists of an ACID E-Crank with a 38T chainring and a 175mm length. The cassette is a Sram PG-1210 Eagle™ with a 11–50T range, offering a wide selection of gears. The handlebars are CUBE Rise Trail Bars with a width of 720mm, whilst the grips are CUBE Performance Grips. The stem is a CUBE Performance Stem E-MTB with a diameter of 31.8mm.

The headset is an ACROS AZX-1030 with zero-stack top and bottom (1 1/2" ZS 56mm). The rims are CUBE EX30, 32H, disc, tubeless-ready, and the tyres are Schwalbe Smart Sam, Active, 2.60, which provide excellent traction and stability. The front hub is a Shimano HB-MT400-B with 15mm Boost and Centre Lock, whilst the rear hub is a Shimano FH-TX505 with quick-release and Centre Lock.

The saddle is a Natural Fit Sequence, mounted on a CUBE Performance seatpost with a diameter of 30.9mm. The saddle clamp is a CUBE Varioclose with a diameter of 34.9mm. The bike is also fitted with ACID 75 mudguards and a CUBEstand Cmpt kickstand.

The motor is a Bosch Drive Unit Performance CX Generation 4 (85Nm) Cruise with an output of 250 watts, powered by a Bosch PowerTube 500 battery. The display is a Bosch Purion, which clearly shows all the key information.

Overall, the 2021 CUBE Reaction Hybrid Pro 500 29 Allroad black’n’grey offers an excellent combination of performance, comfort and versatility, ideal for discerning riders who tackle both trails and everyday commuting.