Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Fork RockShox Paragon Gold RL -
Groupset XT, Deore -
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 Taper, 65mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT RD-T8000, 10-Speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore FD-T6000, Top-Swing, 31.8mm
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore SL-M6000, Rapidfire-Plus
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG500, 11-34T
Crank
Shimano XT FC-T8000, Hollowtech II, 48x36x26T, 175mm, Integrated BB, Chainguard
Bottom Bracket
BSA, 73mm, threaded
Chain
KMC X10
Pedals
CUBE Aluminium MTB
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano HB-M4050, QR, Centerlock
Rear Hub
Shimano FH-M4050, QR, Centerlock
Rims
CUBE EX21, 32H, Disc, Tubeless Ready
Tires
Schwalbe Smart Sam, Performance Kevlar, 44x622
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 Natural Fit Tour
Headset
FSA Orbit Z-t ECO, Top Zero-Stack 1 1/8" (OD 44mm), Bottom Integrated 1 1/2"
Seat
Saddle
Selle Royal Ariel
Seatpost
CUBE Performance Post, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 46cm | 50cm | 54cm | 58cm | 62cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.54 mm | 1.53 mm | 1.54 mm | 1.56 mm | 1.54 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 281 mm | 281 mm | 281 mm | 281 mm | 281 mm |
| Front Center | 617 mm | 633 mm | 649 mm | 660 mm | 677 mm |
| Rake | 38 mm | 38 mm | 38 mm | 39 mm | 38 mm |
| Trail | 76 mm | 76 mm | 76 mm | 74 mm | 76 mm |
| Stack | 605 mm | 619 mm | 638 mm | 652 mm | 667 mm |
| Reach | 393 mm | 404 mm | 414 mm | 419 mm | 432 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 576 mm | 591 mm | 607 mm | 617 mm | 634 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 440 mm | 480 mm | 520 mm | 560 mm | 600 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 105 mm | 120 mm | 140 mm | 155 mm | 170 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 446 mm | 446 mm | 446 mm | 446 mm | 446 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1057 mm | 1073 mm | 1089 mm | 1100 mm | 1117 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
CROSS Pro belongs to the Cube Cross model. CUBE released 72 bikes variations of this model so far. 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.
Average price for Touring bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Touring bike is 1007$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Touring bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Touring bikes average weight
Touring bikes weigh an average of 13.35 kg (29.43 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
CROSS Pro weighs 12.5 kg (27.56 lbs) and is a bit lighter than the average. In conclusion, the average Touring bike weighs 6.8% more than CROSS Pro.
Overview of components
Fork
The CROSS Pro comes factory-installed with the RockShox Paragon Gold RL fork. This has a travel range of mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels
As for the wheels, CUBE CROSS Pro 2018, has a 700c aluminum model. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The CROSS Pro has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.