CUBE ELITE C:68 SLT 2019
2019 Mountain
Estimate price |
6,307$
Weight | 8.8 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork Fox Factory Float 32
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Groupset XX1 Eagle -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
C:68 Monocoque Advanced Twin Mold Technology, ARG2, Tapered Headtube, PressFit BB, 12x142mm, Integrated Cable Routing, Dropper Post Ready
Suspension Fork
Fox 32 Float SC FIT4 Factory, Tapered, 15x110mm, Kashima Coated, 100mm, 2-Position Remote Lever
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM XX1 Eagle™, 12-Speed
Front Derailleur
Direct mount (none included)
Shift Levers
SRAM XX1 Eagle™ Trigger
Cassette
SRAM XG-1299, 10-50T
Crank
SRAM XX1 Eagle™ DUB, 34T, 175mm
Bottom Bracket
Press-fit
Chain
SRAM PC-XX1 Eagle™
Chain Guide
N/A
Pedals
None included
Wheels
Front Hub
DT Swiss XRC1200 Spline carbon wheelset, 15mm x 110mm front, 12mm x 142mm rear
Rear Hub
DT Swiss XRC1200 Spline carbon wheelset, 15mm x 110mm front, 12mm x 142mm rear
Rims
DT XRC1200 Spline, Carbon, 15x110mm / 12x142mm
Spokes
DT Swiss XRC1200 Spline carbon wheelset
Tires
Schwalbe Racing Ray, Addix Speedgrip, Kevlar, 2.25, LiteSkin
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Level Ultimate, Hydr. Disc Brake (180/160)
Brake Levers
SRAM Level Ultimate
Cockpit
Stem
Newmen Evolution SL 318.2, 31.8mm
Handlebar
Newmen Advanced SL 318.0, Carbon, 740mm
Grips
CUBE Race SL Grip 29.5 1-Clamp
Headset
FSA Orbit I-t, Integrated, Top 1 1/8", Bottom 1 1/2"
Seat
Saddle
Fi´zi:k Antares R1 Carbon
Seatpost
Newmen Advanced, Carbon, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15" | 17" | 19" | 21" | 23" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.56 mm | 1.49 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.43 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm |
| Front Center | 646 mm | 666 mm | 684 mm | 703 mm | 714 mm |
| Rake | 52 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 50 mm |
| Trail | 81 mm | 82 mm | 79 mm | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Stack | 613 mm | 617 mm | 629 mm | 638 mm | 652 mm |
| Reach | 394 mm | 413 mm | 432 mm | 448 mm | 455 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 579 mm | 599 mm | 622 mm | 641 mm | 652 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 370 mm | 420 mm | 470 mm | 515 mm | 565 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 135 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1077 mm | 1097 mm | 1115 mm | 1134 mm | 1145 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
About this model
ELITE C:68 SLT completes the Cube Elite model. There are 39 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Cube Elite bikes models from 2019, by clicking here.
Model range prices
CUBE ELITE C:62 Race 2019 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 3715$. On the other hand, CUBE ELITE C:68 SLT 2019, is the most expensive and costs 5839$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Crosscountry bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Crosscountry bike that is reliable is 1905$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
When CUBE released this model in 2019, its price was 5839$. In conclusion, this bike price is 206.51% higher than the price of the average Crosscountry bike.
Average weight for Crosscountry bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Crosscountry bike is 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.
ELITE C:68 SLT weighs 8.8 kg (19.4 lbs) and is much lighter than the average. In other words, this model is 40.91% lighter than the average Crosscountry bike.
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.
ELITE C:68 SLT components
Fork
The ELITE C:68 SLT comes factory-installed with the Fox Factory Float 32 fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels size
The ELITE C:68 SLT 2019 bike is equipped with 29″ carbon wheels when leaving the factory. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. CUBE ELITE C:68 SLT is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.