The Cube Nulane C:62 SLX in desertstone’n’green represents the peak of high-performance "flat-bar gravel" engineering. By utilizing Cube’s premium C:62® carbon fibre, the frame delivers a ride quality that is both incredibly stiff for sprinting and remarkably compliant over rough surfaces. The earthy desertstone finish gives it a rugged, go-anywhere aesthetic that belies its true identity as a featherweight speedster capable of keeping pace with traditional road bikes.
What sets this specific iteration apart is its focus on "tough-luxury." It bridges the gap between a fragile race bike and a heavy hybrid by offering a carbon chassis paired with a drivetrain built for maximum durability. With its upright geometry and flat handlebars, it provides the visibility and control needed for dense city traffic, while the carbon construction and high-volume tires make it a legitimate contender for long-distance bike packing and gravel exploration.
Frameset & Fork
Frame: C:62® Carbon Technology, FSP 4-Link, Internal Cable Routing, Flat Mount Disc, Fender/Rack Mounts.
Fork: CUBE C:62® Technology, 1 1/8" - 1 1/4" Tapered, Flat Mount Disc, Fender/Lowrider Mounts.
Seatpost: Newmen Evolution, 27.2mm.
Saddle: Natural Fit Nuance.
Color: desertstone´n´green.
Drivetrain & Brakes
Shifters: Shimano CUES SL-U8000, Rapidfire-Plus, 11-speed.
Front Derailleur: N/A (1x11 setup).
Rear Derailleur: Shimano CUES RD-U8000-GS, 11-Speed.
Brake System: Shimano BL-RS600/405 Hydr. Disc Brake FM
Crankset: Shimano CUES FC-U8000, 42T.
Cassette: Shimano CUES CS-LG700, 11-50T.
Chain: Shimano CUES CN-LG500 (Linkglide).
Wheels & Tires
Rims: Newmen Performance 25, 28/28 Spokes, Tubeless Ready.
Hubs: Newmen, 12x100mm (Front) / 12x142mm (Rear).
Tires: Schwalbe G-One Allround, Kevlar, 40-622 (28" x 1.50").
Key Highlights
Shimano CUES Linkglide: The core of this build is the 11-speed CUES system. Linkglide technology features thicker sprocket teeth and a unique gate design that makes shifting much smoother and increases the lifespan of the cassette and chain by up to 300% compared to standard systems.
C:62 Carbon Construction: Cube’s proprietary carbon layup ensures that the bike is incredibly light while maintaining the strength required for gravel paths and mounting accessories.
High-Volume Schwalbe G-One: The 40mm tires provide a massive air cushion, effectively acting as "micro-suspension" to smooth out cobblestones, gravel, and cracked tarmac without the weight penalty of a suspension fork.