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REACTION PRO
A 27.5″ / 29″ aluminum frame hardtail crosscountry bike with upper mid-range components.
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€1,249($1,452)| Weight | 28.4 lbs |
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| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Hardtail, 100mm |
| Fork | RockShox Judy Silver TK |
| Wheels | 27.5″ / 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | XT, Deore |
| 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 bikes are often compared favorably in terms of value but may lack the prestige of some competitors.
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 and lack cornering confidence
Not the most spacious compared to rivals
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 | Aluminium Lite, AMF, Double Butted, Internal Cable Routing, Tapered Head Tube, Flat Mount Brake, SIC Mount, FM Kickstand Mount Color: Verde’n’green |
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| Fork | RockShox Judy Silver TK Air, 100mm, PopLoc Travel: 100mm Spring Type: Air |
| Headset | CUBE FPH868, Top 1 1/8", Bottom 1 1/2", Semi-Integrated |
| Stem | CUBE Performance Stem SL, 31.8mm |
| Handlebar | CUBE Flat Race Bar, 720mm |
| Saddle | Natural Fit Venec Lite |
| Seatpost | CUBE Performance Post, 27.2mm Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | CUBE PP MTB |
| Grips | ACID React Pro |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT RD-M8100-SGS, ShadowPlus, 12-Speed |
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| Crank | Shimano FC-MT611, 32T |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore SL-M6100-IR, Direct Attach, Rapidfire-Plus |
| Cassette | Shimano Deore CS-M6100, 10-51T |
| Chain | Shimano CN-M6100 |
| Brakes | Shimano XT BR-M8100, Hydr. Disc Brake, PM/FM (180/160) Type: Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | CUBE ZX20, 32H, Disc |
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| Front Hub | Shimano HB-M4050, QR, Centerlock |
| Rear Hub | Shimano FH-MT401, QR, Centerlock |
| 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 July 16
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