Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 65mm -
Fork RockShox Paragon Gold RL
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Groupset XT -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Aluminium Superlite Trekking Cross Taper Double Butted
Suspension Fork
RockShox Paragon Gold RMT Taper, 65mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT RD-T8000, 10-Speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano XT FD-T8000, Top Swing, 31.8mm
Shift Levers
Shimano XT SL-T8000
Cassette
Shimano CS-M771, 11-34T
Crank
Shimano XT FC-T8000, Hollowtech II, 48x36x26T, 175mm, Integrated BB, Chainguard
Bottom Bracket
BSA, 73mm, threaded
Chain
Shimano CN-HG95
Pedals
CUBE Aluminium MTB
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano XT HB-M8000, QR, Centerlock
Rear Hub
Shimano XT FH-M8000, QR, Centerlock
Rims
CUBE EX21, 32H, Disc, Tubeless Ready
Tires
Schwalbe Smart Sam, Performance Kevlar, 44x622
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XT BR-M8000, Hydr. Disc Brake (180/160)
Cockpit
Stem
CUBE Performance Stem Pro, 31.8mm
Handlebar
CUBE Rise Trail Bar, 680mm
Grips
CUBE Natural Fit Tour
Headset
FSA Orbit Z-t, Top Zero-Stack 1 1/8" (OD44mm), Bottom Integrated 1 1/2"
Seat
Saddle
Selle Royal Lookin Athletic, Royalgel™
Seatpost
CUBE Performance Post, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 46cm | 50cm | 54cm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.63 mm | 1.62 mm | 1.63 mm |
| Front Center | 618 mm | 628 mm | 644 mm |
| Rake | 38 mm | 38 mm | 38 mm |
| Trail | 80 mm | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Stack | 629 mm | 638 mm | 657 mm |
| Reach | 386 mm | 393 mm | 402 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 576 mm | 586 mm | 601 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 440 mm | 480 mm | 520 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 130 mm | 140 mm | 160 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 446 mm | 446 mm | 446 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1058 mm | 1068 mm | 1084 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
CROSS Exc Trapeze belongs to the Cube Cross model. There are 72 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Cube Cross bikes models from 2018, 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.
Hybrid bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Hybrid bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 562$. However, you could also get a good Hybrid bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Average weight for Hybrid bikes
The average weight for Hybrid bikes is 13.85 kg (30.53 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Weighing 12 kg (26.46 lbs), the CROSS Exc Trapeze model is much lighter than average. In short, the average Hybrid bike weight is 15.42% higher than this one.
Overview of components
Fork
The CROSS Exc Trapeze comes factory-installed with the RockShox Paragon Gold RL fork. This has a travel range of 65mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels
The CROSS Exc Trapeze 2018 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. CUBE CROSS Exc Trapeze is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.