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Right from the start, the Nuroad brings the all-round character to life. Even the original model could be retrofitted with fixed mudguards, pannier rack and integrated lighting system. Or, at least in the version with an aluminium frame, it was available as a "fully equipped" model. The new carbon generation continues the concept and further breaks with cycling etiquette. N=1 instead of N+1 is the motto of the Nuroad, which is intended to serve as a sporty gravel bike as well as a fully-fledged commuter.
Cube Nuroad C:62: The most important facts
- Weight of complete wheel: 7.5 to 9.3 kilos*
- Frame weight: 1150 grams (size M)*
- Stack/Reach/STR: 579/393 millimetres/1.47 (size M)*
- Maximum tyre clearance: 50 millimetres (45 millimetres with mudguards)
- Frame sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL
- Prices: 1999 to 5999 Euro >> available here
- Mounts for mudguards/pannier rack/side stand
- Retrofit option for hub dynamo
- UDH standard
- *Manufacturer information
The new Nuroad Carbon remains true to its pragmatic approach and dispenses with spectacular innovations. The most striking innovations include partially integrated brake lines on the handlebar/stem combination, greater tyre clearance (50 instead of 45 millimetres) and additional mounting points for luggage, tools or a kickstand. The geometry of the carbon frame has hardly changed, which means you can sit in the saddle for long distances and expect a solid straight-line stability.
The "Race" in the model name is earned by the Nuroad's low weight, which is mainly due to the lightweight carbon wheels (Newmen Advanced SL X.R. 36). The fast and comparatively narrow gravel tyres (Schwalbe G-One RS TLE) also allow a fast pace on asphalt. Overall, the not uncomfortable C:62 Race feels most at home on firm gravel paths and is easy on the throttle. The range of use could be extended with a tubeless set-up or thick tyres.
Thanks to the finely graduated Shimano GRX Di2 (2x12; 48/31, 10-36 t.), the Nuroad covers everything from the very flat to steep terrain. The C:62 EX version with SRAM's Mullet drivetrain, which we were also able to ride during a factory visit in Waldershof, offers even more reserves on the climbs thanks to the huge MTB cassette, although the gears can run out on fast descents.
The transformation into one of the lightest and sportiest all-weather bikes on the market is possible for little money: a wide mudguard set made of plastic (39.95 euros) and a robust pannier rack (49.95 euros) are available from the company's own accessories brand Acid. The additional weight of the top-quality add-on parts is just under 900 grams, and the maximum tyre clearance is reduced to 45 millimetres with mudguards. A long-lasting dynamo light like the specialists, which are based on aluminium frames at Cube, is still missing. However, the fork is prepared with an integrated cable duct. Or you can make do with powerful battery-powered headlights.
Cube Nuroad C:62 Race
- TOUR grade: 1,8
- Price: 3499 Euro >> available here
- Weight of complete wheel: 8.3 kilos
- Frame sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL (test size greased)
Geometry
- Seat/top/head tube: 492/560/143 millimetres
- Stack/Reach/STR: 588/384 millimetres/1.53
- Stack+/Reach+/STR+: 646/548 millimetres/1.18
- Wheelbase/caster: 1,045/76 millimetres
Equipment
- Drive/gear shift: Shimano GRX Di2 (2x12; 48/31, 10-36 t.) | Grade: 1.0
- Brakes: Shimano GRX 820 (160/160 mm) | Grade: 1.0
- Tyres: Schwalbe G-One RS TLE 40 mm (eff.: 39 mm) | Grade: 1.0
- Impellers: Newmen Advanced SL X.R. 36
- Impeller weights: 1,352/1,877 grams (f./h.)
Measured values
- Weight: 8,300 grammes | Grade: 2.0
- Driving stability: 8.6 N/mm | Grade: 1.3
- Rear comfort: 147 N/mm | Grade: 2.3
- Comfort front: 95 N/mm | Grade: 2.7
- Ride/ bottom bracket stiffness: 58 N/mm | Grade: 1.3
Prices and equipment
The new Nuroad with carbon frame is available in a total of six equipment variants. As we have almost become accustomed to from Cube in recent years, it is available at a fair price-performance ratio. The tested C:62 Race, whose high-quality equipment is rounded off by a carbon seat post and handlebars, has no comparable competitor at 3500 euros. At the traditionally inexpensive mail order companies Canyon or Rose, you have to factor in several hundred euros extra for a carbon model with electronic shifting and carbon wheels. The price of the new Nuroad ranges from 1999 to 5999 euros.
In addition to the C:62, the bike manufacturer from Waldershof in Bavaria continues to offer the Nuroad with an aluminium frame. Its geometry remains unchanged, but new equipment variants are available as part of the model update - with an interesting innovation: Cube uses components from Shimano's Cues product family for the drivetrain. These components were previously only found on mountain bikes, everyday bikes or e-bikes, as Shimano previously only had gear levers and brake levers for flat bars in its range.
The Bavarian bike manufacturer equips the Nuroad Pro with 1x11 individual components from the Cues product family: The rear derailleur, cassette (11-50 t.), brake system (180/160 mm) and shift/brake levers come from Shimano, while the cranks (40 t.) are from the company's own brand Acid.
Cube Nuroad C:62 One
- Drive/gear shift: Shimano GRX (1x12; 40, 10-51 t.)
- Impellers: Newmen Performance 25 (aluminium)
- Tyres: Schwalbe G-One Allround TLE (45 mm)
- Weight: 9.3 kilos
- Price: 1999 Euro >> available here
Cube Nuroad C:62 Pro
- Drive/gear shift: Shimano GRX (2x12; 48/31, 11-36 t.)
- Impellers: Newmen Advanced G.34 (Carbon)
- Tyres: Schwalbe G-One R TLE (40 mm)
- Weight: 8.7 kilos
- Price: 2499 Euro >> available here
Cube Nuroad C:62 EX
- Drive/gear shift: SRAM Rival/GX Eagle AXS (1x12; 40, 10-52 t.)
- Impellers: Newmen Advanced G.34 (Carbon)
- Tyres: Continental Terra Trail ShieldWall TR (45 mm)
- Weight: 8.7 kilos
- Price: 2999 Euro >> available here
Cube Nuroad C:62 Race
- Drive/gear shift: Shimano GRX Di2 (2x12; 48/31, 11-36 t.)
- Impellers: Newmen Advanced SL X.R. 36 (Carbon)
- Tyres: Schwalbe G-One RS TLE (40 mm)
- Weight: 8.2 kilos
- Price: 3499 Euro >> available here
Cube Nuroad C:62 SLX
- Drive/gear shift: SRAM Force/XX SL Eagle AXS (1x12; 40, 10-52 t.)
- Impellers: Newmen Advanced SL X.R. 25 (Carbon)
- Tyres: Schwalbe G-One RX (45 mm)
- Weight: 8.1 kilos
- Price: 4299 Euro >> available here
Cube Nuroad C:62 SLT
- Drive/gear shift: SRAM Red XPLR (1x13; 40, 10-46 t., power meter)
- Impellers: Newmen Advanced SL X.R.36 Vonoa (Carbon)
- Tyres: Schwalbe G-One R/RS (40 mm)
- Weight: 7.5 kilos
- Price: 5999 Euro >> available here
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