Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset 105, Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Aluminium Superlite, Double Butted, Advanced Mechanical Forming, Smooth Welded, Internal Cable Routing, Flat Mount Disc, X12, AXH
Suspension Fork
CUBE Cross Race Disc, Carbon, 1 1/8" - 1 1/2" Tapered, Flat Mount, X12
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 105 RD-5800GS, 11-Speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105 FD-5800, 31.8mm Clamp
Shift Levers
Shimano 105 ST-5800
Cassette
Shimano 105 CS-5800, 11-32T
Crank
Shimano FC-RS500, 46x36T, 170mm (50/53cm), 172.5mm (56/58cm), 175mm (61cm)
Chain
Shimano CN-HG600-11
Wheels
Rims
CUBE RA 0.8 CX
Tires
Schwalbe Rocket Ron, 33-622
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Spyre MD-C610C, Flat Mount (160/160)
Cockpit
Stem
CUBE Performance Stem Pro, 31.8mm
Handlebar
CUBE Compact Race Bar
Headset
FSA Orbit Z-t ECO, Top Zero-Stack 1 1/8" (OD 44mm), Bottom Integrated 1 1/2"
Seat
Saddle
CUBE RP 1.0
Seatpost
CUBE Performance Post, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 50cm | 53cm | 56cm | 58cm | 61cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.41 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.51 mm | 1.55 mm | 1.58 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 276 mm | 276 mm | 276 mm | 276 mm | 276 mm |
| Front Center | 592 mm | 588 mm | 600 mm | 606 mm | 619 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 36 mm | 45 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 73 mm | 81 mm | 64 mm | 60 mm | 57 mm |
| Stack | 528 mm | 553 mm | 576 mm | 597 mm | 623 mm |
| Reach | 374 mm | 375 mm | 381 mm | 385 mm | 395 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 516 mm | 534 mm | 552 mm | 568 mm | 586 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 500 mm | 530 mm | 560 mm | 580 mm | 610 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 70.8 ° | 72 ° | 72.5 ° | 73 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 115 mm | 140 mm | 160 mm | 180 mm | 205 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1011 mm | 1007 mm | 1019 mm | 1025 mm | 1038 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 68 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
CROSS Race belongs to the Cube Cross model. CUBE launched 72 bikes of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2017 of this model, by clicking this link.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Cyclocross bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Cyclocross bike is 2012$. However, even though the average price of a Cyclocross bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Cyclocross bikes average weight
Cyclocross bikes have an average weight of 8.79 kg (19.38 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
CUBE CROSS Race it’s weighing 10.35 kg (22.82 lbs). At this weight, is much heavier than average. In other words, this model is 17.75% heavier than the average Cyclocross bike.
Internal Cable Routing
Moreover, this bike comes with internal cable routing allowing you to keep the cables in a good condition. It also makes it look more professional.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of carbon, so, its weight is considerably lighter than one made out of steel. However, they cost a bit more than steel forks.
Wheels size
The wheels on CROSS Race are the 700c aluminum type. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The CROSS Race has Mechanical Disc brakes. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.