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REACTION C:62
A 29″ carbon frame hardtail crosscountry bike with upper mid-range components.
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| Weight | 27.6 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Hardtail, 100mm |
| Fork | RockShox Recon Silver TK |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 11 |
| Groupset | XT, SLX |
| Brakes | Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
Summary
The CUBE Reaction trail bike series offers a mix of performance and value, with models praised for their lightweight frames, efficient power transfer, and quality components like Shimano transmissions. However, some builds suffer from basic forks, heavy wheels, and tyres that lack grip in wet conditions. The bikes are noted for their agile handling and stable steering, though some riders may find the ride harsh over rough terrain.
Lightweight and stiff carbon frame
Quality Shimano transmission
Agile and stable handling
Good value for money
Decent suspension performance in higher-end models
Basic and heavy forks in some models
Tyres with poor wet-weather grip
Heavy wheels and narrow rims
Harsh ride over bumpy terrain
Some components may need upgrading
If you prefer a shorter bike and want a machine that responds well when you lay the watts down, then the C:62 is an excellent upgrade investment
BikeRadarIt's cracking value and much more capable in the rough than the rest of the range if you like hacking about in the woods
off.road.ccCube has a reputation for well priced bikes – you get a decent amount of bike for your money.
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Mar 2019 · Guy Kesteven
Fork, bar and tyre issues, but stiff, lightweight future-proofed frame is a great investment
Lightweight, stiff and dropper-ready carbon frame
Comparatively stable steering
Quality Shimano 2x11 transmission
Basic, heavy fork
Heavy wheels and slippery tyres
Narrow bar and short frame reach
Dec 2018 · Hannah Dobson
Cube has a reputation for well priced bikes – you get a decent amount of bike for your money. It’s a brand you’ll find in many a local bike shop,...
Apr 2018
Cube's Reaction TM is a harder hitting version of their high-value aluminium Reaction hardtail range, pairing a sturdy 130mm fork up front with fat 2.6" tyres on 27.5" wheels. It's cracking value and much more capable in the rough than the rest of the range if you like hacking about in the woods, but there are harder edged weapons out there if you want to go full gonzo. Buying your first mountain bike - the complete guide to getting started First Look: 2018 Cube Stereo 140 HPC - all-new trail full suspension platform When should you replace your bicycle chain?
| Frame | C:62 Monocoque Advanced Twin Mold Technology, ARG2, Tapered Headtube, PressFit Boost BB, Integrated Cable Routing, Boost148, Dropper Post Ready BB Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Recon Silver TK AIR, Pop Loc, 100mm Travel: 100mm Spring Type: Air |
| Bottom Bracket | BSA, 73mm, threaded |
| Headset | FSA Orbit I-t, Integrated, Top 1 1/8", Bottom 1 1/2" |
| Stem | CUBE Performance Stem Pro, 31.8mm |
| Handlebar | CUBE Flat Race Bar, 720mm |
| Saddle | Selle Royal MTB |
| Seatpost | CUBE Performance Post, 27.2mm Type: Rigid |
| Grips | CUBE Performance Grip |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT RD-M8000-DSGS, ShadowPlus, 11-Speed |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano SLX FD-M7020, E-Type, Sideswing |
| Crank | Shimano XT FC-M8000-B2, Boost, 36x26T, 175mm |
| Shifters | Shimano SLX SL-M7000 |
| Cassette | Shimano SLX CS-M7000, 11-42T |
| Chain | KMC X11 |
| Brakes | Shimano BR-M315, Hydr. Disc Brake (180/160) Type: Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | CUBE EX21, 32H, Disc, Tubeless Ready |
|---|---|
| Front Hub | Shimano Deore HB-M6000, Centerlock |
| Rear Hub | Shimano Deore FH-M6010-B, 12mm, Boost, Centerlock |
| Tires | Front: Schwalbe Tough Tom, Active, 2.25, Rear: Schwalbe Rapid Rob, Active, 2.25 |
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Last updated April 14
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