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2018 CUBE

REACTION C:62 Pro

A 29″ carbon frame hardtail crosscountry bike with high-end components.
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Weight24.9 lbs  
FrameCarbon
SuspensionHardtail, 100mm
ForkRockShox Recon Silver TK
Wheels29″ Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 12
GroupsetGX Eagle, Truvativ Stylo
BrakesShimano Deore Hydraulic Disc
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REACTION C:62 Pro
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

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28 mph

REACTION C:62 Pro

27 mph

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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.

Pros
  • Lightweight and stiff carbon frame

  • Quality Shimano transmission

  • Agile and stable handling

  • Good value for money

  • Decent suspension performance in higher-end models

Cons
  • 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

Key Quotes
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
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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
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Cube has a reputation for well priced bikes – you get a decent amount of bike for your money.
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BikeRadar
Cube Reaction C:62 review

Mar 2019 · Guy Kesteven

Fork, bar and tyre issues, but stiff, lightweight future-proofed frame is a great investment

Highs
  • Lightweight, stiff and dropper-ready carbon frame

  • Comparatively stable steering

  • Quality Shimano 2x11 transmission

Lows
  • Basic, heavy fork

  • Heavy wheels and slippery tyres

  • Narrow bar and short frame reach

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Singletrack World
Review: 2018 Cube Reaction TM - a ready to roll package

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,...

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off.road.cc
Cube Reaction TM review

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?

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

C:62 Monocoque Advanced Twin Mold Technology, ARG2, Tapered Headtube, PressFit Boost BB, Integrated Cable Routing, Boost148, Dropper Post Ready

Fork

RockShox Recon Silver TK Air, PopLoc, 100mm

Travel100mm

Spring TypeAir

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 Pro, 720mm

Saddle

CUBE Race Exc 145

Seatpost

CUBE Performance Post, 27.2mm

TypeRigid

Grips

CUBE Performance Grip

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

SRAM GX Eagle, 12-Speed

Crank

SRAM Stylo Eagle, 32T, 175mm

Shifters

SRAM GX Eagle Trigger

Cassette

SRAM XG-1275, 10-50T

Chain

SRAM GX Eagle

Brakes

Shimano Deore BR-M6000, Hydr. Disc Brake (180/160)

TypeShimano Deore Hydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Answer Atac AM, 15x110mm/12x148mm, Tubeless Ready

Tires

Front: Schwalbe Rocket Ron, Addix Performance, Kevlar, 2.25, Rear: Schwalbe Racing Ralph, Addix Performance, Kevlar, 2.25

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