Cube Nulane C:62 SLX

The Cube Nulane C:62 SLX blends road bike efficiency with gravel versatility. Its C:62 carbon frame and fork keep weight to 9.6kg, while CUES 1x11 gearing, 45mm tyres and hydraulic disc brakes suit fast rides on tarmac and gravel.Key Features:C:62 carbon frame with Advanced Twin Mold construction and internal cablesFull C:62 carbon fork with tapered steerer and lowrider mountsShimano CUES U8000 1x11 drivetrain with wide-range 11-50T cassetteShimano BL-RS600/405 hydraulic disc brakes with 160mm rotorsNewmen Performance R.32 wheels with 45mm Schwalbe G-One R Pro tyresFrame and fork mounts add versatility for commuting and longer adventuresAvailable with 0% APR financeThe Cube Nulane C:62 SLX combines the efficient feel of a lightweight flat-bar bike with features more commonly associated with gravel and touring bikes. At a stated 9.6kg, its C:62 carbon construction, wide tyres and straightforward 1x gearing make it well suited to fast commuting, fitness rides and routes that mix tarmac with gravel.Cube constructs the frame using its C:62 carbon and Advanced Twin Mold manufacturing process. The frame uses 12x142mm thru-axles, internal cable routing and flat-mount disc brakes, while a UDH rear derailleur hanger provides a widely available replacement standard.The matching Cube C:62 full-carbon fork uses a tapered 1 1/8in to 1 1/2in steerer and a 12x100mm thru-axle. Internal cable routing continues through the fork, helping maintain the bike's clean appearance.Practicality is built into both the frame and fork. The frame provides options for fitting mudguards, a rack and kickstand, while the fork adds mudguard and lowrider mounts. There's also provision for internally routing a light cable, giving riders plenty of scope to adapt the Nulane for commuting or carrying luggage.Shimano CUES provides a simple 1x11 drivetrain. The RD-U8000 rear derailleur is controlled by an SL-U6000 Rapidfire Plus shifter, so there's only one shifter to manage as gradients and surfaces change.A 40T Shimano CUES FC-U6040-1 chainset is paired with a wide-range 11-50T CS-LG400 cassette. The 50T largest sprocket provides an easier gear for steeper climbs, particularly useful when venturing onto hillier gravel routes or carrying luggage.Shimano hydraulic disc brakes provide controlled stopping in changing conditions. The BL-RS600/405 setup uses 160mm rotors front and rear, giving the Nulane consistent braking for year-round riding on both paved and unpaved surfaces.Newmen Performance R.32 wheels use 12x100mm and 12x142mm thru-axles and are tubeless ready. The rims are paired with 45mm Schwalbe G-One R Pro tyres, giving the bike considerably more volume than a typical road tyre for additional cushioning and grip on rough roads and gravel.The G-One R Pro tyres are also tubeless ready, so the complete wheel and tyre combination can be converted to tubeless. This can allow lower pressures for additional grip and comfort, while sealant can deal with many small punctures.A 660mm Cube Flat Race Bar gives the Nulane its flat-bar riding position, paired with a Cube Performance Stem SLX. This makes the controls familiar and straightforward while retaining the efficient character that comes from the lightweight carbon frameset.An ACID Nuance Lite saddle and 27.2mm Cube Performance seatpost complete the contact points. The relatively narrow seatpost also complements the Nulane's focus on balancing efficient riding with comfort over longer distances and rougher surfaces.Overall, the Cube Nulane C:62 SLX sits between a fast hybrid and a flat-bar gravel bike. Its 9.6kg carbon platform keeps it light and responsive for tarmac riding, while 45mm tyres, wide-range gearing and extensive mounting options give it the versatility to explore gravel routes or take on practical everyday duties.