Plus Points
- Lightweight aluminum frame with smooth welds
- Nice low top tube for easy mounting and dismounting
- Great mix of agility and stability thanks to Agile Ride geometry
- Sleek look with internal cable routing
- Air-sprung RockShox Judy Silver front fork with 100 mm travel and lock-out
- Reliable 12-speed Shimano XT drivetrain
- Powerful Shimano XT disc brakes
- Fast and lightweight Racing Ralph tires from Schwalbe
- Size Split: 27.5 inch wheels in small and 29er wheels in large sizes
- Integrated mounting points for fenders, rack, and kickstand
Minus Points
- No rear axle
- The carbon Cube Reaction C:62 models are lighter and faster
Description
What do you do to improve the ride of a great bike that already features great components? You fit better brakes. The Reaction SLX's Shimano XT hyudraulic disc brakes' powerful, progressive control don't just help keep you safe, they also help you ride faster and have more fun. Combined with the smooth control of the RockShox Judy Silver air fork and easy shifting of the Shimano XT 1x12 gears, you're pretty much all set. The Schwalbe Racing Ralph 2.25in tyres – fast-rolling, smooth and grippy – round out the complete trail explorer.
Frame description
The Reaction's sleek looks are thanks to its Smooth Welded head tube and seat tube junctions. It incorporates a threaded bottom bracket and internal cable routing for long-lasting service and simple maintenance. There's even a flat disc mount that integrates seamlessly with our kickstand mount, and integrated mounting points for ACID mudguards and carrier. Trail-ready geometry includes a lower top tube and tapered head tube for more confident handling, cables run internally for reduced maintenance, and there's plenty of room to run wide, grippy and comfortable 2.25in tyres. And, as your skills increase, there's scope to fit a dropper post upgrade.
Frame description
The Reaction's sleek looks are thanks to its Smooth Welded head tube and seat tube junctions. It incorporates a threaded bottom bracket and internal cable routing for long-lasting service and simple maintenance. There's even a flat disc mount that integrates seamlessly with our kickstand mount, and integrated mounting points for ACID mudguards and carrier. Trail-ready geometry includes a lower top tube and tapered head tube for more confident handling, cables run internally for reduced maintenance, and there's plenty of room to run wide, grippy and comfortable 2.25in tyres. And, as your skills increase, there's scope to fit a dropper post upgrade.