After the presentation of its new models, Cube was down for a while. The homepage of the Upper Palatinate-based company was down for several hours. Anyone who wanted to catch a glimpse of the new bikes around the time of the official launch (3 August) had to be patient. However, we were able to take a look at one of the highlights of the new product range in advance: the new Agree C:62.
Aerodynamic further development
The popular marathon racer has been reworked, particularly in terms of aerodynamics. The most striking detail on the modified frame - the geometry remains virtually unchanged - is the seat tube. As with the Litening competition model, this now nestles around the rear wheel. Together with a fully integrated cockpit on the two top models SL and SLT, Cube promises a saving of ten watts compared to the predecessor.
Storage box in the rear frame triangle
However, the new Agree remains an endurance model. This is due, among other things, to the small gear ratios for mountain stages and 28 millimetre wide tyres for rough terrain. The new storage box in the rear frame triangle is also practical. Spare inner tube, multitool etc. can be stowed there.
Five equipment levels, prices from 2,499 euros
At the market launch, Cube presented three of five equipment variants, whereby only the basic model (€2,499) is equipped with mechanical Ultegra gears. The Pro (€2,899) and SL versions (€4,099) come with SRAM's Rival and Force wireless drivetrains. The Race and SLT versions are due to follow at the beginning of September - then with the new Shimano Ultegra and Dura-Ace electric drivetrains respectively.
We were the first road bike magazine to test how the Cube Agree C:62 rides in the SL configuration. You can find the ride report in TOUR 9/2021.
Julian Schultz
Editor
