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STEREO 160 C:62 SL 27.5
A 27.5″ carbon frame full suspension enduro bike with ultra high-end components.
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| Weight | 27.2 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Full, 160 / 160mm |
| Fork | RockShox Pike RC |
| Shock | Fox Float DPS Performance |
| Wheels | 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | X1 |
| Brakes | SRAM Guide R Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
Summary
The CUBE Stereo 160 is a lightweight and fun enduro bike with a carbon frame and efficient climbing capabilities, thanks to its steep seat angle. However, its geometry and suspension performance receive mixed reviews, with some noting handling issues on steep terrain and a lack of support in the rear suspension. The bike excels in quick direction changes and offers a supple ride, but high-speed stability and tire performance are areas of concern.
Lightweight carbon frame
Efficient climbing with steep seat angle
Supple and active suspension
Quick direction changes
Fun and fast ride quality
Handling issues on steep terrain
Lack of rear suspension support
High-speed stability concerns
Tire performance in wet conditions
Geometry not cutting-edge
The Cube is a lightweight and comfy bike, but the geometry and spec let it down
BikeRadarAttention, please! The CUBE Stereo is a show-stealer, and ‘attention grabber’ is its middle name.
Enduro Mountainbike MagazineWhy obsess over trendy geometry when a bike’s this much fun?
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Jul 2018
The new Cube Stereo 140 is one of the best value mountain bikes we’ve seen this season. For $4K there’s a lot to like about it on paper, and after a few weeks riding we’ve really found it equally as impressive.
Amazing value.
Dialled suspension.
Robust construction.
Lively and fun.
Needs tubeless and a cable trim.
Front end wanders on steep climbs.
Apr 2018 · Cory Benson
We detailed Cube's move to 29" wheels on the new Stereo 150 29, built for their Enduro World Series team. Previewing the affordable carbon bike in Finale Ligure, we rode away impressed with the 29er's agile & responsive ride on the technical terrain, chasing downhill after Cube's pro riders.
Jun 2017 · Seb Stott
Rapid on the climbs, but old-school handling is at odds with the long-travel intentions. Buy if you're after a long travel bike that still climbs well, and hanker for the masochistic challenge an old-school handling package
Lightweight build, carbon frame and steep seat angle makes for a rewarding, spritely feel on the climbs. Sensitive suspension works well once a large volume spacer is added to the shock
Short reach, tall frame and long stem make for wayward handling on steep terrain and tight corners too
Feb 2017 · Mick Kirkman
The Stereo has long been one of Cube’s most popular mountain bikes in the UK. We review the new Cube Stereo 160 C:62 SL 27.5.
Fun, fast, lightweight.
Sizing is past its sell-by date.
May 2016 · Trev Worsey
A good trail bike should be light, fast and fun, and on paper the CUBE Stereo 140 C:62 SL looks like an amazing buy. But how does it ride? We know it ...
| Frame | C:62 Monocoque Advanced Twin Mold Technology, ATG, ETC 4-Link, ISCG Mount, Boost148, AXH |
|---|---|
| Fork | Rock Shox Pike RC Solo Air, Maxle stealth, Tapered, 160mm Travel: 160mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Fox Float DPS, 200x57mm, Open/Medium/Firm Mode, EVOL Air Canister Travel: 160mm |
| Headset | FSA Orbit I-t, Integrated, Top 1 1/8", Bottom 1 1/2" |
| Stem | Race Face Ride 35 |
| Handlebar | Race Face Ride 35 Riser, 760mm |
| Saddle | SDG FLY MTN 2 |
| Seatpost | Rock Shox Reverb Stealth 31.6mm, 440x150mm (390x125mm for smallest frame size) Type: Dropper |
| Grips | CUBE Race Grip, 1-Clamp |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM X1, Type2, 11-Speed |
|---|---|
| Crank | Race Face Aeffect SL 32T, 175mm |
| Shifters | SRAM X1 Trigger |
| Cassette | SRAM XG-1180, 10-42T |
| Chain | SRAM 11-Speed |
| Brakes | SRAM Guide R, Hydr. Disc Brake (180/180) Type: SRAM Guide R Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | DT CSW AM 2.7 Straightpull Wheelset, 28/28 Spokes, 15mm / X12 Boost, 584x25C, Tubeless Ready |
|---|---|
| Tires | Front: Schwalbe Fat Albert Kevlar 2.35, TrailStar, Tubeless Easy, Rear: Schwalbe Fat Albert Kevlar 2.35, PaceStar, Tubeless Easy |
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Last updated April 14
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