CUBE AERIUM C:68, SL LOW 2023
2023 Road
Estimate price |
7,110$
Weight | 10.1 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Force eTap, RED AXS -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 12 Electronic -
Brakes Hydraulic Rim
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
151cm - 164cm
SM
159cm - 170cm
MD
165cm - 177cm
LG
171cm - 184cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Aerium C:68® Monocoque Advanced Twin Mold Technology, Twin Head Tube, Full Internal Cable Routing
Suspension Fork
Aerium C:68® Aero, Full Integrated
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Force eTap AXS™, 12-Speed
Front Derailleur
SRAM Force eTap AXS™
Shift Levers
SRAM Red eTap Blips
Cassette
SRAM Force XG-1270, 10-26T
Crank
SRAM Force D1 DUB, Carbon, 48x35T
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB Road, 86mm Pressfit
Chain
SRAM Force D1
Wheels
Rims
Fulcrum Racing 44 Aero C17, QR/QR
Tires
Schwalbe Pro One, Tubeless Easy, 25-622
Brakes
Brakes
Magura RT Aero Carbon, Hydr. Rim Brake
Cockpit
Handlebar
CUBE Aerium C:68® TT Cockpit System, 400mm
Headset
VP, 1 1/8" integrated
Seat
Saddle
Selle Italia Watt SF Magnesium
Seatpost
CUBE Aerium C:68® Aero
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.23 mm | 1.23 mm | 1.23 mm | 1.22 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 258 mm | 258 mm | 258 mm | 258 mm |
| Front Center | 582 mm | 595 mm | 617 mm | 646 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 45 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 61 mm | 61 mm | 62 mm | 61 mm |
| Stack | 486 mm | 497 mm | 517 mm | 539 mm |
| Reach | 395 mm | 404 mm | 420 mm | 441 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 498 mm | 510 mm | 530 mm | 556 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 78 ° | 78 ° | 78 ° | 78 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 535 mm | 545 mm | 566 mm | 588 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 74 mm | 85 mm | 106 mm | 129 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 394 mm | 394 mm | 394 mm | 394 mm |
| Wheelbase | 963 mm | 976 mm | 998 mm | 1027 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 78 mm | 78 mm | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 151 cm | 159 cm | 165 cm | 171 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 164 cm | 170 cm | 177 cm | 184 cm |
About this model
AERIUM C:68, SL LOW belongs to the Cube Aerium model. CUBE released 53 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Cube Aerium bikes models from 2023, by clicking here.
Model range prices
CUBE AERIUM C:68, SL HIGH 2023 is the cheapest bike model and costs 6582$. CUBE AERIUM C:68X, SLT 2023 is the most expensive one and costs 9555$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Triathlon bikes
If you want an acceptable Triathlon bike you should know that the average price is 4177$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Triathlon bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
At the moment of the release date, CUBE AERIUM C:68, SL LOW price was 6582$. Comparing this to the average Triathlon bike price, we see that the price is 57.58% higher.
Average weight for Triathlon bikes
The average weight for Triathlon bikes is 8.9 kg (19.62 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
AERIUM C:68, SL LOW weighs 10.1 kg (22.27 lbs) and is considerably heavier than the average. To sum up, it’s 13.48% heavier than the average weight of Triathlon 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.
Overview of components
Fork material
AERIUM C:68, SL LOW has a carbon fork, so, it is super light and stiff. In conclusion, a carbon fork gives you great control when steering, and is also more forgiving.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the AERIUM C:68, SL LOW model has 700c aluminum wheels. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Rim brakes. These brakes are pretty rare, and you will find them on very few bike models. In short, search for a bike that has hydraulic brakes, as they deliver way better performance.
Sizes
AERIUM C:68, SL LOW comes in 4 sizes, that range from 151 cm – 184 cm (4.95 ft – 6.04 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.