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REACTION C:62 SL
A 29″ carbon frame hardtail crosscountry bike with high-end components.
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€2,241($2,606)| Weight | 22.9 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Hardtail, 100mm |
| Fork | Fox Performance Float 32 |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | XT |
| Brakes | Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc |
Summary
The CUBE Reaction trail bike series offers a mix of performance and value, with models praised for their acceleration, climbing efficiency, and component quality. However, some reviews note a harsh ride on descents, limited mud clearance, and tyres that struggle in wet conditions. The bike is often compared to the Specialized Epic Hardtail and Canyon Exceed CF SL 7.0 for its trail capabilities.
Instant acceleration
Impressive spec with well-chosen components
Great for sprinting up short, sharp climbs
Fox 34 fork is decently stiff with a supple GRIP damper
Cracking value for the price
Harsh ride on descents and rough trails
Tyres are thin and need higher pressures, adding to a jarring ride
Limited mud clearance
Tyres struggle in wet conditions
Long stem slows reactions on tight tracks
Snappy out of the gate, the Reaction has a powerful kick
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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Jul 2020 · Tom Marvin
Fast reactions to pedal inputs help on climbs, but the stiff chassis affects descending capability
Instant acceleration
Impressive spec, with well-chosen components across the board
Harsh ride chokes descending speed and rough-trail acceleration
Tyres are thin and need higher pressures to prevent punctures, adding to the uncompromising ride feel
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, Carbon Technology BB Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded Color: Greyblue’n’green |
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| Fork | Fox 32 Float Performance SC, Tapered, 15x110mm, 100mm, 2-Position Remote Lever 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 | Newmen Evolution 318.4, 31.8mm |
| Handlebar | Newmen Advanced 318.0, Carbon, 740mm |
| Saddle | Natural Fit Venec |
| Seatpost | Newmen Evolution, 27.2mm Type: Rigid |
| Grips | CUBE Race SL Grip 29.5mm, 1-Clamp |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT, 10-51T, 1x12 |
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| Crank | Shimano XT, 32T |
| Shifters | Shimano XT SL-M8100-IR, Direct Attach |
| Cassette | Shimano XT CS-M8100, 10-51T |
| Chain | Shimano CN-M7100 |
| Brakes | Shimano XT BR-M8100 Type: Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Fulcrum Red Zone 77 |
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| Tires | Front: Schwalbe Racing Ray, Addix Performance, Kevlar, 2.25, Rear: Schwalbe Racing Ralph, Addix Performance, Kevlar, 2.25 |
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Last updated August 4
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