Cube Travel Sport iridium´n´green

The "Travel Sport iridium'n'green" model from Cube, released in 2021, is a versatile trekking bike available for 1549 EUR. The frame is made from Superlite Trekking Sport aluminium with Flat Mount Disc and a 12x142mm AXH system, making the bike not only lightweight but also robust and stable. The bike’s total weight is just 11 kg, which contributes to excellent handling and agility.

The Tektro HD-R280 hydraulic disc brakes with Flat Mount (160/160) ensure reliable braking power in all conditions. The drivetrain consists of a SRAM GX Eagle™ 12-speed system, operated by SRAM GX Eagle™ trigger shifters, and offers a wide range of gear ratios for various types of terrain.

The fork is a CUBE TS Disc made from full carbon with tapered steerer and Flat Mount, as well as a 12x100mm axle, ensuring high stiffness and precision. Lighting is provided by the CUBE IQ-XS-Friendly N Plus front light and the CUBE Nano Steady rear light, which ensure good visibility and safety.

The bike is fitted with ACID PP trekking pedals and features a SRAM Force Carbon D1 DUB crankset with a 38T chainring and a 175mm length. The cassette is a SRAM XG-1230 Eagle™ with 11–50T, offering a wide range of gears. The drivetrain is powered by a SRAM SX Eagle™ system.

The handlebars are CUBE Comfort Trail Bars with a width of 660mm, and the grips are Natural Fit Comfort, ensuring a comfortable hand position. The stem is a CUBE Performance Stem Pro with a diameter of 31.8mm. The headset is a VP Semi-Integrated, integrated at 1 1/8" at the top and 1 1/4" at the bottom.

The rims are CUBE EX21 with 28 holes, disc and tubeless-ready, fitted with Schwalbe Marathon Mondial Kevlar tyres in size 37-622. The front hub is a Shutter PD-7 with a 12mm thru-axle and 6-bolt mounting, whilst the rear hub is a Joytech D982TSE with 12x142mm and 6-bolt mounting.

The saddle is a Natural Fit Sequence mounted on a CUBE Performance Post seatpost with a diameter of 27.2mm. The saddle is secured using a CUBE Screwlock with a 31.8mm diameter. Mudguards from ACID 50 and an ACID Pro Flat Mount kickstand provide additional comfort and functionality. The luggage rack is an ACID SL Carrier, which is ideal for carrying luggage.

Overall, the 2021 Cube Travel Sport iridium’n’green model offers high-quality equipment and well-designed components that are suitable for both everyday use and longer tours.