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REACTION TM
A 27.5″ aluminum frame hardtail trail bike with high-end components.
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| Weight | 28.9 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Hardtail, 130mm |
| Fork | Fox Rhythm Float 34 |
| Wheels | 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | XT, SLX |
| Brakes | Magura MT Trail Sport Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
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 | Aluminium Lite, Trail Motion Geometry, AMF, ARG, Internal Cable Routing, Easy Mount Kickstand Ready, Tapered Headtube, Press Fit BB, Fits up to 2.8 27.5" Tires Tire Clearance: 2.8" |
|---|---|
| Fork | Fox 34 Rhythm, 2-Position Sweep-Adjust GRIP Damper, Tapered, 15x110mm, 130mm Travel: 130mm Spring Type: Air |
| Headset | FSA Orbit I-t, Integrated, Top 1 1/8", Bottom 1 1/2" |
| Stem | Race Face Aeffect R 35 |
| Handlebar | Race Face Aeffect 35, 760mm |
| Saddle | SDG Fly Mtn 2 |
| Seatpost | CUBE Dropper Post, Handlebar Lever, Internal Cable Routing, 27.2mm, 400x105mm Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | CUBE Aluminium MTB |
| Grips | CUBE Race SL Grip 29.5, 1-Clamp |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT RD-M8000-DGS, ShadowPlus, 11-Speed, Direct Mount |
|---|---|
| Crank | Race Face Aeffect SL 32T, 175mm |
| Shifters | Shimano SLX SL-M7000 |
| Cassette | Shimano SLX CS-M7000, 11-46T |
| Chain | KMC X11 L |
| Brakes | Magura MT Trail Custom, Hydr. Disc Brake (180/180) Type: Magura MT Trail Sport Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Rodi Blackjack Typ 35, 32H, Disc |
|---|---|
| Front Hub | CUBE Alloy Light |
| Rear Hub | CUBE Alloy Light |
| Tires | Schwalbe Nobby Nic, Addix Speedgrip, Kevlar, Tubeless Easy, 2.6 |
First added April 14
Last updated April 14
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