Cube Sting WS 120 Pro oldmint´n´blue

The "Sting WS 120 Pro oldmint’n’blue" model from Cube, released in 2021, is a versatile mountain bike designed for demanding female riders. Priced at 2049 EUR, this bike offers high-quality components and modern technology, ensuring an optimal riding experience.

The bike’s frame is made from HPA Ultralight aluminium, manufactured using Advanced Hydroforming and Triple Butted processes. These technologies ensure high stability and a low weight of just 14 kg. The frame is also fitted with the ETC 4-Link and AXH systems, which ensure efficient power transfer and improved control.

For braking performance, the bike is fitted with Shimano hydraulic disc brakes (BR-MT500), which use 180 mm rotors at both the front and rear. The drivetrain consists of a Shimano XT RD-M8100-SGS with ShadowPlus technology and offers 12 gears, which can be shifted precisely and quickly using the Shimano Deore SL-M6100-I shift levers.

The RockShox Recon Gold RL Air fork, with 130 mm of travel, and the RockShox Deluxe Select+ rear shock (190x45 mm) provide excellent suspension and damping, ensuring comfort and control even on rough terrain. The Shimano FC-MT511 crankset, featuring a 30-tooth chainring and the Shimano Deore CS-M6100 cassette (10–51T), offers a wide gear range suitable for a variety of riding conditions.

The handlebars (Newmen Evolution SL 318.25, 760mm) and stem (Newmen Evolution 318.4, 31.8mm), together with the CUBE Race SL grips (29.5mm, 1-Clamp), provide an ergonomic and comfortable handlebar setup. The headset (CUBE H868P, semi-integrated) complements the precise steering response.

The bike’s tyres are Schwalbe Nobby Nic Addix Performance Kevlar tyres in size 2.35, fitted to Fulcrum Red Zone 77 wheelsets. This combination is tubeless-ready and offers excellent traction and puncture resistance. The saddle (Natural Fit Venec WS) and the CUBE Dropper Post seatpost, featuring a handlebar lever and internal cable routing, offer additional comfort and adjustability.

In summary, the Cube Sting WS 120 Pro in ‘oldmint’n’blue’ is a well-equipped mountain bike that impresses with its high-quality components and well-thought-out design. It is ideal for female riders looking for a reliable and high-performance bike for challenging trails.