Cube SL Road darkred´n´red

The 2022 Cube SL Road darkred’n’red is a versatile and high-performance bike that stands out thanks to its high-quality components and well-thought-out design. The frame is made from Superlite Trekking Sport aluminium, which is renowned for its lightness and robustness. With Flat Mount Disc and a 12x142mm AXH axle, the frame provides a stable and reliable foundation.

Braking performance is ensured by Tektro HD-R280 hydraulic disc brakes, fitted with 160mm discs at the front and rear. These brakes offer excellent control and safety, even in adverse weather conditions. The drivetrain consists of Shimano Claris components, including the 8-speed RD-R2000 rear derailleur and SL-R2000 shift levers. The front derailleur is also a Shimano Claris FD-R2000-BM with a diameter of 31.8mm.

The fork on the SL Road darkred’n’red is a full-carbon CUBE TS Disc with tapered steerer and Flat Mount, as well as a 12x100mm axle, which provides additional stiffness and precision. The pedals are ACID PP Trekking, which offer a secure grip. The crankset is a Shimano Claris FC-R2000 with 50x34T chainrings and a BB-RS500 bottom bracket. The cassette is a Shimano CS-HG200 with a 12–32T range, whilst power is transmitted via a KMC Z51 chain.

The handlebars are CUBE Flat Race Bars, 660mm wide, which, together with the Natural Fit All Terrain grips, provide a comfortable and controlled riding experience. The stem is a CUBE Performance Stem Pro with a diameter of 31.8mm. The headset is a VP Semi-Integrated with 1 1/8" at the top and 1 1/4" at the bottom.

The tyres are Schwalbe Little Big Ben in size 40-622, fitted to a CUBE RA 1.9 CX wheelset, which is tubeless-ready. The saddle is a Natural Fit Nuance Lite, mounted on a CUBE Performance seatpost with a diameter of 27.2mm. The saddle is clamped in place using a CUBE Screwlock with a diameter of 31.8mm.

The Cube SL Road darkred’n’red therefore offers excellent value for money at €899 and is ideal for sporty riders looking for a reliable and well-equipped bike.