Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 50mm -
Fork SunTour NEX
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Groupset Acera, Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Aluminium Superlite Trekking Comfort Double Butted
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour NEX, 50mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano RD-M360, 8-Speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano FD-M310, Topswing, 31.8mm
Shift Levers
Shimano SL-M310, Rapidfire-Plus
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG200, 12-32T
Crank
Shimano Tourney FC-T801, 48x36x26T, BB-UN100, 175mm
Chain
KMC Z51
Pedals
Trekking Gummiert
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano DH-C3000, Nut
Rear Hub
Shimano FH-TX500, Nut
Rims
CUBE SX24, V-Brake, 36H
Tires
Schwalbe Little Big Ben, Active, 40x622
Brakes
Brakes
V-Brake
Cockpit
Stem
CUBE Comfort City Stem, 31.8mm
Handlebar
CUBE Comfort Shape Bar
Grips
CUBE Urban, Silicon
Headset
FSA No.10, Semi-Integrated
Seat
Saddle
CUBE Retro
Seatpost
CUBE Performance Post, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 45cm | 49cm | 53cm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.72 mm | 1.71 mm | 1.7 mm |
| Front Center | 638 mm | 654 mm | 669 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 82 mm | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Stack | 649 mm | 664 mm | 678 mm |
| Reach | 378 mm | 389 mm | 400 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 577 mm | 592 mm | 607 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 450 mm | 490 mm | 530 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 170 mm | 185 mm | 200 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 454 mm | 454 mm | 454 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1081 mm | 1097 mm | 1113 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 75 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
ELLY Ride is a Cube Elly model. There are 4 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Cube Elly 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.
Comfort bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Comfort bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 360$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Comfort bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Average weight for Comfort bikes
The average weight for Comfort bikes is 15.11 kg (33.31 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Weighing 16.7 kg (36.82 lbs), the ELLY Ride model is considerably heavier than average. In short, the average Comfort bike weight is 10.52% lower than this one.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the SunTour NEX model. The travel on this model is 50mm. 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
As for the wheels, CUBE ELLY Ride 2018, has a 700c aluminum model. 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 Rim brakes. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.