CUBE REACTION C:62 RACE 2021
2021 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,350$
Weight | 10.6 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 Performance Float 32
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Groupset XT, Deore -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
C:62 Monocoque Advanced Twin Mold Technology, ARG2, Tapered Headtube, PressFit BB, Boost 12x148mm, Integrated Cable Routing, Dropper Post Ready
Suspension Fork
Fox 32 Float SC FIT4 Performance, Tapered, 15x110mm, 100mm, 2-Position Remote Lever
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT RD-M8100-SGS, ShadowPlus, 12-Speed
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore SL-M6100-IR, Direct Attach, Rapidfire-Plus
Cassette
Shimano Deore CS-M6100, 10-51T
Crank
Shimano Deore FC-M6100-1, Boost, 32T
Chain
Shimano CN-M6100
Wheels
Rims
Answer Attack AM, 15x110mm/12x148mm, Tubeless-Ready
Tires
Schwalbe Racing Ray, Addix Performance, Kevlar, 2.25
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XT BR-M8100, Hydr. Disc Brake (180/160)
Cockpit
Stem
Newmen Evolution 318.4, 31.8mm
Handlebar
Newmen Evolution 318.10, 720mm
Grips
CUBE Race SL Grip 29.5mm, 1-Clamp
Headset
VP Integrated, Top 1 1/8", Bottom 1 1/2"
Seat
Saddle
Natural Fit Nuance Lite
Seatpost
Newmen Evolution, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.56 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.42 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm |
| Front Center | 655 mm | 676 mm | 698 mm | 718 mm | 739 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 89 mm | 89 mm | 89 mm | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Stack | 612.7 mm | 622.07 mm | 631.41 mm | 640.75 mm | 654.75 mm |
| Reach | 392.77 mm | 410.3 mm | 428.82 mm | 444.84 mm | 460.37 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 571 mm | 592 mm | 613 mm | 632 mm | 652 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 370 mm | 420 mm | 470 mm | 515 mm | 565 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 427 mm | 427 mm | 427 mm | 427 mm | 427 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1074 mm | 1095 mm | 1117 mm | 1136 mm | 1157 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Standover Height | 730 mm | 759 mm | 795 mm | 827 mm | 863 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
REACTION C:62 RACE is part of the Cube Reaction model. CUBE released 76 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Cube Reaction bikes models from 2021, by clicking here.
Model range prices
CUBE REACTION 240 SL 2021 is the cheapest bike model and costs 795$. CUBE REACTION C:62 SL 2021 is the most expensive one and costs 2706$.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When CUBE released this model in 2021, its price was 2176$. Comparing this to the average Crosscountry bike price, we see that the price is 14.23% higher.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
Crosscountry bikes have an average weight of 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Weighing 10.6 kg (23.37 lbs), the REACTION C:62 RACE model is much lighter than average. In other words, this model is 16.98% 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.
Overview of components
Fork
CUBE REACTION C:62 RACE 2021 bike is equipped with the Fox Performance Float 32 fork, and has 100mm travel. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the REACTION C:62 RACE model has 29″ aluminum wheels. 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
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. CUBE REACTION C:62 RACE has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.