The Cube Aim ONE in Mole ’n’ Prism brings an understated aesthetic paired with modern 1x shifting simplicity to Cube's entry-level hardtail lineup. Wrapped in an earthy "Mole" greyish-brown base coat accentuated by light-refracting "Prism" metallic flakes, this double-butted Aluminium Lite frame features smooth welds, organic lines, and clean internal cable routing.
Engineered for reliable everyday exploring, commuting, and entry-level trail riding, the Aim ONE centres around a modern Shimano CUES 1x9 drivetrain.
Specifications Breakdown
Frameset & Suspension
Frame: Aluminium Lite, AMF, Double Butted, Internal Cable Routing, Flat Mount Brake, SIC Mount, FM Kickstand Mount, Tapered Headtube, Dropper Post Ready.
Fork: SR Suntour XCS, 100mm travel.
Headset: CUBE FPH868p, Tapered, Semi-Integrated.
Drivetrain & Brakes
Rear Derailleur: Shimano CUES RD-U4000-GS, 9-Speed.
Shifters: Shimano CUES SL-U4010, Rapidfire-Plus.
Brakes: Shimano BR-MT200 / UR300 Hydraulic Disc (160mm Front / 160mm Rear).
Crankset: Shimano CUES FC-UT400, 32T.
Cassette: Shimano CUES CS-LG300, 11-46T (LinkGlide).
Bottom Bracket: Thun Paso-ML, 73mm BSA.
Chain: KMC xGlide.
Wheels & Cockpit
Wheelset: ACID Pro 25, 32H, QR/QR, Tubeless Ready.
Tires: CUBE MTB, Wire Bead, 2.25".
Handlebar: CUBE Rise Trail Bar, 680mm.
Stem: CUBE Performance Stem, 31.8mm.
Grips: ACID Icon.
Seatpost: CUBE Performance Post, 30.9mm.
Saddle: ACID Venec Lite.
Pedals: CUBE PP MTB.
Approx. Weight: 15.3 kg / 33.7 lbs.
Key Highlights
Shimano CUES 1x9 Drivetrain: Bringing single-ring simplicity to entry-level hardtails, CUES removes front derailleur clutter while utilizing LinkGlide technology for teeth that resist wear and shift smoothly under pedal loads.
Wide-Range 11-46T Cassette: Provides an expansive gear ratio that makes spinning up steep dirt paths easy without running out of top-end speed on flat tarmac.
Shimano MT200 Hydraulic Stopping Power: Benchmark entry-level hydraulic brakes give reliable, all-weather stopping control with light lever action suitable for beginners.
SizeSplit Wheel Sizing: Frame sizes XS and S pair with 27.5-inch wheels for agile handling, while M, L, and XL frames roll on 29ers for better rollover speed.
Commuter & Touring Versatility: Integrated frame mounts make it simple to bolt on a dedicated flat-mount kickstand, mudguards, and Cube's SIC 2.1 luggage rack for daily utility.