Measured against this, the equipment with a Sram GX drivetrain and Fox Performance suspension with Float X2 shock is impressive. At 16.1 kilos including pedals, the Enduro with its aluminium frame is just above the average of the test group. On the other hand, the aluminium wheels from Newmen weigh the least and contribute to the lively handling of the Stereo. Even though the head angle is slack at 62.7 degrees, the short chainstays, low bottom bracket and the shortest wheelbase in the comparison ensure maximum playfulness. The steering angle can be steepened by an additional 0.7 degrees using the swivelling bearing shells and adapted to personal preferences.
But even so, every tester had a big grin on their face when they got off the Cube. Added to this is the all-round successful suspension, which worked remarkably actively and provided the rider with comfort and pop, ideal for a playful riding style. However, the Cube has to let most of its competitors go uphill. Due to the short reach, you sit very upright and squat, and in open mode the rear suspension bobs significantly, which is why little power reaches the pedals. However, the effective and easily accessible shock platform can stabilise the rear end. Just like on the Radon, the Magura MT5 brakes caused problems. The brakes react very sensitively to air in the system. For a little more freedom of movement, we would have liked a dropper post with more travel than 145 millimetres.
PLUS: Sensitive chassis with plenty of pop, playful
MINUS: Short, there are better bikes for racing
Conclusion on the Cube Stereo One77:
Peter Nilges, Test Manager BIKE: The Stereo One77 surprised us in this test with its playful handling and very active, sensitive suspension. On fast sections, however, the enduro bike with its short wheelbase reaches its limit sooner. Uphill, the rear suspension pumps strongly, which is why there are better climbers.
Technical data Cube Stereo One77
General information
- Price: 3199 euros, available from specialised dealers
- Info: www.cube.eu
- Weight: 15.8 kg
- Suspension travel: 171 / 160 mm
- Frame material: aluminium
- Frame size: M / L / XL / XXL (tested in L, 43 cm)
Equipment
- Fork: Fox 38 Float Performance FitGrip
- Shock: Fox Float X2 Performance
- Crank: Sram GX Eagle
- Gear system: Sram GX Eagle 1 x 12
- Ratio / bandwidth: 30; 10-52 / 520 %
- Brake system / disc (front / rear): Magura MT5 / 203 mm / 180 mm
- Telescopic post / stroke / Ø: Cube Dropper Post / 145 mm / 31.6 mm
- Wheels: Newmen Evolution SL A.30
- Tyres: Maxxis Assegai / Minion DHR II 3C MaxxGrip / -Terra Exo+ Protection TR 29 x 2.5/2.4
- Ease of maintenance: weak
The results of the Cube Stereo One77 in the complete comparison test of the 6 enduro bikes in the Enduro Special from BIKE 6/2022 can be conveniently downloaded as a PDF below the article.
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