Cube Stereo Hybrid 160 HPC SL 625 27.5 grey´n´black

The “Stereo Hybrid 160 HPC SL 625 27.5 grey’n’black” model from Cube, released in 2021, is a high-quality e-mountain bike designed for challenging trail adventures. It is available at a price of 4449 EUR and offers a wide range of technical refinements and features that make it an attractive proposition.

The bike’s frame is constructed using C:62 Monocoque Advanced Twin Mold Technology with a 6061 T6 aluminium rear triangle. This construction ensures high stability and durability. The Efficient Trail Control system and Agile Trail Geometry guarantee dynamic and controlled handling, whilst the Boost 148 standard and the fully integrated battery provide additional stiffness and a clean, uncluttered appearance. The bike’s total weight is 24 kg.

The Stereo Hybrid 160 HPC SL’s braking system consists of Magura MT Thirty hydraulic disc brakes with four pistons at the front and rear, as well as 203 mm brake discs, which deliver outstanding braking performance. The drivetrain is a SRAM NX Eagle™ 12-speed system, controlled by the SRAM NX Eagle™ trigger shifter with Single Click function. This combination enables precise and reliable gear changes.

The suspension comprises a RockShox ZEB Charger R fork with 170 mm of travel, which is specifically approved for e-mountain bikes, and a RockShox Deluxe Select rear shock with rebound adjustment and a trunnion mount. These components offer excellent damping and control on rough terrain.

The drivetrain is powered by an ACID E-Crank with a 36T chainring and 165 mm crank arm length, as well as a SRAM SX Eagle™ chainring. The cassette consists of a SRAM PG-1210 Eagle™ with a gear ratio of 11-50T.

The bike’s cockpit is fitted with a Newmen Evolution SL 318.25 handlebar (760 mm) and CUBE Race Grip 31 mm grips, which ensure comfort and control. The CUBE Performance Stem E-MTB (31.8 mm) and the ACROS AZX-1030 headset complete the setup.

The wheelsets feature CUBE EX30 rims, which are tubeless-ready, and are fitted with Maxxis Assegai (front) and Maxxis Minion DHR II (rear) tyres. This combination offers excellent grip and stability on a variety of surfaces. The hubs are a Shimano HB-MT400-B at the front (15 mm, Boost, Centre Lock) and a Shimano FH-MT400-B at the rear (12 mm, Boost, Centre Lock).

The saddle is a Natural Fit Venec, mounted on a CUBE Dropper Post seatpost with handlebar lever and internal cable routing. The seatpost has different adjustment ranges depending on frame size (S: 100 mm, M: 125 mm, L/XL: 150 mm). The saddle is clamped using a CUBE Screwlock semi-integrated clamp (34.9 mm).

The bike’s drivetrain is assisted by a Bosch Performance CX Generation 4 motor with 85 Nm of torque and an output of 250 watts. The Bosch PowerTube 625 battery ensures a long range, whilst the Bosch Kiox display clearly shows all the important information.

In summary, the 2021 Cube Stereo Hybrid 160 HPC SL 625 27.5 grey’n’black offers an impressive combination of advanced technology, robust components and well-thought-out design, making it an ideal companion for demanding e-mountain bike tours.