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In addition to the Nuroad gravel bike, which we were able to test exclusively in the lab and in practice, and a number of (e-)mountain bikes, the Attain is also new to the range for the coming model year. Cube has given both the aluminium (HPA) and carbon (C:62) platforms a new coat of paint, although the basic virtues remain unchanged. The Attain continues to take its place as a long-distance, uncomplicated and, above all, attractively priced marathon bike.
Cube Attain: The most important facts
- Weight of complete wheel (C:62): 7.9 to 9.3 kilos
- Weight of complete wheel (HPA): 10.2 to 10.5 kilos
- Stack/Reach/STR: 591/385 millimetres/1.54 (size 56)
- Max. tyre clearance: 32 millimetres (HPA), 34 millimetres (C:62)
- Frame sizes: 47, 50, 53, 56, 58, 60, 62
- Prices (C:62): 1699 to 2999 Euro >> available here
- Prices (HPA): 899 to 1399 Euro
The frame geometry remains almost unchanged compared to its predecessor. The head tube is extremely long, which means you still sit very upright in the saddle. No other Cube with racing handlebars is more comfortable. The Bavarian bike manufacturer has made minimal adjustments to the chainstays. These are slightly longer to make room for wider tyres. The aluminium models can take tyres up to 32 millimetres wide, while the carbon bikes can take tyres up to 34 millimetres wide through the fork and frame.
Ex works, the marathon bike rolls on a new Continental Grand Prix with 30 millimetre tyres. When we visited the factory in Waldershof, the bikes were still fitted with the Grand Sport Race. Thanks to the longer chainstays, the wheelbase is also longer, which benefits the directional stability. Even the old Attain scored highly in numerous TOUR tests with its good-natured handling.
Both platforms share the same carbon fork. The HPA models are based on an aluminium frame whose weld seams are accurately ground at most junctions. For the C:62 versions, Cube is using higher quality carbon fibres for the first time, which was previously only reserved for the more expensive Agree marathon platform. Individual weights are not known. The top version with carbon frame is said to weigh a total of 7.9 kilograms, while Cube states a total weight of 10.2 kilograms for the lightest aluminium model.
Partially integrated cables give the Attain a modern design and the design language is based on the lightweight Litening Air model. The external seatpost clamp has been replaced by an integrated version. Additional mounting points on the underside of the top tube are also new; as with the Agree, a small frame bag can be attached here.
Prices and equipment
Cube's aggressive pricing policy is also reflected in the Attain. Especially the two top versions with carbon frames, equipped with electronic gears from Shimano (105, Ultegra) and carbon wheels from Newmen, are an announcement to the competition at 2499 and 2999 euros respectively. Overall, all equipment variants are in the lower price range. The simple basic model with outdated 2x8 gears and robust aluminium wheels even costs just 899 euros.
Attain Pro
- Drive/gear shift: Shimano Claris (2x8; 50/34, 11-34 t.)
- Brakes: Tektro MD-C310 (160/160 mm; mechanical)
- Impellers: Cube RA 2.3 Aero (aluminium)
- Tyres: Continental Grand Prix (30 mm)
- Weight: 10.5 kilos
- Price: 899 Euro >> available here
Attain Race
- Drive/gear shift: Shimano Tiagra (2x10; 50/34, 11-34 t.)
- Brakes: Shimano Tiagra (160/160 mm; hydraulic)
- Impellers: Cube RA 2.3 Aero (aluminium)
- Tyres: Continental Grand Prix (30 mm)
- Weight: 10.2 kilos
- Price: 1199 Euro >> available here
Attain SLX
- Drive/gear shift: Shimano 105 (2x12; 50/34, 11-34 t.)
- Brakes: Shimano 105 (160/160 mm; hydraulic)
- Impellers: Cube RA 2.3 Aero (aluminium)
- Tyres: Continental Grand Prix (30 mm)
- Weight: 9.8 kilos
- Price: 1399 Euro >> available here
Attain C:62 Race
- Drive/gear shift: Shimano 105 (2x12; 50/34, 11-34 t.)
- Brakes: Shimano 105 (160/160 mm; hydraulic)
- Impellers: Cube RA 2.3 Aero (aluminium)
- Tyres: Continental Grand Prix (30 mm)
- Weight: 9.3 kilos
- Price: 1699 Euro >> available here
Attain C:62 SLX
- Drive/gear shift: Shimano 105 Di2 (2x12; 50/34, 11-34 t.)
- Brakes: Shimano 105 (160/160 mm; hydraulic)
- Impellers: Newmen Evolution SL R.35 (Carbon)
- Tyres: Continental Grand Prix (30 mm)
- Weight: 8.7 kilos
- Price: 2499 Euro >> available here
Attain C:62 SLT
- Drive/gear shift: Shimano Ultegra Di2 (2x12; 50/34, 11-34 t.)
- Brakes: Shimano Ultegra (160/160 mm; hydraulic)
- Impellers: Newmen Advanced A.38 (Carbon)
- Tyres: Continental Grand Prix (30 mm)
- Weight: 7.9 kilos
- Price: 2999 Euro >> available here
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