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2019 CUBE

REACTION C:62

A 29″ carbon frame hardtail crosscountry bike with high-end components.

Manufacturer Price

€1,499($1,743)
Weight26.9 lbs  
FrameCarbon
SuspensionHardtail, 100mm
ForkRockShox Recon Silver TK
Wheels29″ Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 11
GroupsetXT, SLX
BrakesShimano Hydraulic Disc
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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

(climbing)

28 mph

REACTION C:62

27 mph

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Reviews

Summary

The CUBE Reaction trail bike series offers a mix of agility, stiffness, and value, with models praised for their lightweight frames and quality components like Shimano transmissions. However, some builds suffer from basic forks, heavy wheels, and tyres lacking in wet-weather grip. The bikes are noted for their lively ride quality but can feel cramped and may require upgrades for optimal performance.

Pros
  • Lightweight and stiff carbon frame

  • Quality Shimano transmissions

  • Agile and lively ride quality

  • Good value for money

  • Decent suspension performance on higher-end models

Cons
  • Basic and heavy forks on some models

  • Tyres lack wet-weather grip

  • Heavy wheels and narrow rims

  • Cramped riding position for some

  • 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, Boost 148, Dropper Post Ready

BB StandardBSA, 73mm, Threaded

Fork

RockShox Recon Silver TK AIR, 100mm, PopLock

Travel100mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

N/A

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

Natural Fit Active Race

Seatpost

CUBE Performance Post, 27.2mm

TypeRigid

Pedals

None included

Grips

CUBE Performance Grip

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano XT RD-M8000-DSGS, ShadowPlus, 11-Speed

Front Derailleur

Shimano XT FD-M8020-E, E- Type, Side Swing

Crank

Shimano XT FC-M8000-B2, Boost, 36x26T, 175mm

Shifters

Shimano SLX SL-M7000

Cassette

Shimano SLX CS-M7000, 11-42T

Chain

KMC X11

Chain Guide

N/A

Brakes

Shimano BR-MT200, Hydr. Disc Brake (180/160)

TypeShimano Hydraulic Disc

Brake Levers

Shimano BR-MT200

Wheels
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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