Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Silver TK
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Groupset XT, SLX -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Aluminium Lite, AMF, Internal Cable Routing, Easy Mount Kickstand Ready
Suspension Fork
RockShox Recon Silver TK AIR, PopLoc, 100mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT RD-M8000-DSGS, ShadowPlus, 11-Speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano SLX FD-M7025-H, Downswing, 31.8mm Clamp
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX SL-M7000
Cassette
Shimano SLX CS-M7000, 11-42T
Crank
Shimano SLX FC-M7000-11-2, 36x26T, 175mm
Chain
Shimano CN-HG601
Pedals
CUBE Aluminium MTB
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano HB-M3050, QR, Centerlock
Rear Hub
Shimano FH-M3050, QR, Centerlock
Rims
CUBE ZX20, 32H, Disc
Tires
Schwalbe Smart Sam, Active, 2.25
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-M315, Hydr. Disc Brake (180/160)
Cockpit
Stem
CUBE Performance Stem Pro, 31.8mm
Handlebar
CUBE Rise Trail Bar, 680mm
Grips
CUBE Performance Grip
Headset
FSA No.10, Semi-Integrated
Seat
Saddle
CUBE Active 1.1
Seatpost
CUBE Performance Post, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 14" | 16" | 18" |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.67 mm | 1.57 mm | 1.57 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 304 mm | 304 mm | 304 mm |
| Front Center | 608 mm | 631 mm | 644 mm |
| Rake | 43 mm | 43 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 90 mm | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Stack | 599 mm | 599 mm | 622 mm |
| Reach | 358 mm | 381 mm | 396 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 533 mm | 556 mm | 578 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 355 mm | 405 mm | 450 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 69 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 105 mm | 105 mm | 125 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1036 mm | 1059 mm | 1072 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" |
Model Overview
ACID 27.5 completes the Cube Acid model. CUBE released 56 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Cube Acid bikes models from 2018, by clicking here.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
Crosscountry bikes have an average weight of 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
With a weight of 13.6 kg (29.98 lbs), CUBE bike is a bit heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 9.68% heavier than the average weight of Crosscountry bikes.
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
ACID 27.5 components
Fork
The RockShox Recon Silver TK is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the ACID 27.5 model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.