Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" / 29" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Silver TK
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Groupset XT -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 3 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
HPA Ultralight, Advanced Hydroform, Triple Butted, ETC 4-Link, AXH
Suspension Fork
Rock Shox Recon Silver TK Air, QR15 Maxle, PopLoc, 120mm
Rear Shock
Manitou Radium Expert RL, 184x44mm, Rebound Adjust, Lockout
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT, RD-M8000-DSGS, ShadowPlus, 11-Speed, Direct Mount
Front Derailleur
Shimano XT, FD-M8000-D, Direct Mount, Side Swing
Shift Levers
Shimano XT SL-M8000, 11-Speed
Cassette
Shimano XT CS-M8000, 11-40
Crank
Shimano XT, FC-M8000, 40x30x22T, 175mm
Bottom Bracket
BSA, 73mm, threaded
Chain
Shimano CN-HG600-11
Wheels
Rims
Fulcrum Red 66, 28/28 Spokes, 15QR/X12
Tires
Schwalbe Nobby Nic Kevlar 2.25, LiteSkin
Brakes
Brakes
Magura MT2, Hydr. Disc Brake (180/180)
Cockpit
Stem
CUBE Performance Stem, 31.8mm
Handlebar
CUBE Rise Trail Bar, 700mm
Grips
CUBE Natural Fit Tour
Headset
FSA Orbit 1.5E ZS, Top Zero-Stack 1 1/8" (OD 44mm), Bottom Zero-Stack 1 1/2" (OD 56mm)
Seat
Saddle
Selle Italia X1 WLS
Seatpost
CUBE Performance Post, 31.6mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 13.5" | 16" | 17" | 19" |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
sting wls 120 Pro is a Cube Sting model. CUBE launched 27 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Cube Sting bikes models from 2016, here.
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.
Average price for Trail bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Trail bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2762$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Trail bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Trail bikes average weight
Trail bikes have an average weight of 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
Weighing 13.1 kg (28.88 lbs), the sting wls 120 Pro model is slightly heavier than average. In conclusion, the average Trail bike weighs 0.92% less than sting wls 120 Pro.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Recon Silver TK model. The travel on this model is 120mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels
The sting wls 120 Pro 2016 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. CUBE sting wls 120 Pro is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.