Cube Reaction Hybrid SL 625 29 sagemetallic´n´silver

The "Reaction Hybrid SL 625 29 sagemetallic´n´silver" model from Cube, released in 2022, offers a wide range of technical features and specifications that make it a high-performance and versatile e-mountain bike. The price for this model is 3,599 EUR.

The bike’s frame is made from Superlite aluminium and features Gravity Casting technology, which ensures high stability and low weight. The Agile Ride Geometry and the 1.5 headtube contribute to agile and safe handling. The frame is also fitted with the Boost 148 standard and features internal cable routing as well as a fully integrated battery. There are also mounting points for a kickstand, mudguards and a luggage rack.

Braking performance is provided by Shimano BR-MT420 hydraulic disc brakes with 203 mm rotors on both the front and rear wheels. The rear derailleur is a 12-speed Shimano XT RD-M8100-SGS with ShadowPlus technology, renowned for precise and fast gear changes. The shift levers are Shimano Deore SL-M6100-IR, which feature direct mounting and Rapidfire-Plus functionality.

The suspension fork is a Fox 34 Float AWL with 120 mm of travel, optimised for e-bikes and fitted with a 2-position Sweep-Adjust RAIL damper and a tapered steerer tube. The pedals are CUBE PP MTB, whilst the crankset is an ACID E-Crank with a length of 175 mm and a 38-tooth chainring. The cassette is a Shimano Deore CS-M6100 with a range of 10–51 teeth.

Power is transmitted via a Shimano CN-M6100 chain. The handlebars are CUBE Rise Trail Bars, 720 mm wide, fitted with ACID React Pro grips. The stem is a CUBE Performance Stem E-MTB with a diameter of 31.8 mm. The headset is an ACROS AZX-1030, which uses Zero-Stack bearings both top and bottom with a diameter of 1 1/2 inches (ZS 56 mm).

The rims are CUBE EX30, tubeless-ready, with 32 spoke holes and disc brake mounts. The tyres are Schwalbe Smart Sam in the Active Kevlar version, with a width of 2.6 inches. The front hub is a Shimano HB-MT400-B with a 15 mm axle and Boost standard, whilst the rear hub is a Shimano FH-MT410-B with a 12 mm axle and also Boost standard; both feature Centre Lock brake disc mounts.

The saddle is a Natural Fit Sequence model, mounted on a CUBE Performance seatpost with a diameter of 30.9 mm. The saddle is clamped in place using a CUBE Varioclose clamp with a diameter of 34.9 mm.

The bike is powered by a Bosch Performance CX Generation 4 motor with a torque of 85 Nm and an output of 250 watts. The battery is a Bosch PowerTube 625, which is integrated into the frame. The display is a Bosch Kiox, which clearly shows all the important information. A Bosch 4A charger is used to charge the battery.

Overall, the “Reaction Hybrid SL 625 29 sagemetallic’n’silver” from Cube offers high-quality components and modern technology, making it an attractive e-mountain bike for discerning riders.