Cube Nature

The CUBE Nature is perfect for you if you are looking for a versatile bike for everyday use. Whether for the way to work, a quick city trip or a weekend tour - the CUBE Nature adapts to your lifestyle and your requirements.

For anyone who likes to immerse themselves in nature and explore new paths, the CUBE Nature is the ideal choice. Its reliability and robustness make it the perfect companion for off-road adventures and discovery tours off the beaten track.

The CUBE Nature has equipment that leaves nothing to be desired. From the efficient gear shifting to the powerful disc brakes, every detail is designed to give you the optimal balance between comfort and performance.

With the CUBE Nature you can rely on long-term reliability. The high-quality materials and solid construction guarantee a long service life and minimal maintenance. This means your bike is always ready for use when you are.

ONE, Pro, EXC, and SLX designate the equipment levels within the Cube Nature series. The frame and primary intended use remain similar. With each step up, the drivetrain, suspension fork, brakes, and individual components change significantly. Therefore, the designations do not provide any direct information regarding the appropriate frame size or frame shape.

The Nature ONE is the affordable version. The current drivetrain features a Shimano Essa setup with one chainring at the front and eight gears at the rear. Such a 1x8 drivetrain is easy to use because there is no front derailleur. It is suitable for everyday rides, flatter tours, and cyclists who prefer minimal shifting and maintenance.

The Nature Pro uses a Shimano Cues 2x10 drivetrain. Two chainrings and ten sprockets provide a wider gear range. This is helpful on hilly routes because it offers both easy climbing gears and sufficiently large gears for fast asphalt sections. The suspension fork remains an SR Suntour NEX HLO with 63 millimeters of travel and lockout.

The Nature EXC uses a Shimano Cues 2x11-speed drivetrain. In addition, there is an air-sprung SR Suntour NCX fork. The air pressure can be adjusted to the rider's weight and the desired level of firmness. The remote lockout makes it possible to lock the fork from the handlebars. The EXC is a great choice for longer tours, varying terrain, and regular rides on rough paths.

The Nature SLX is positioned above the EXC. It combines the adjustable air suspension fork with higher-grade Cues U8000 components, a 2x11-speed drivetrain, and matching hydraulic Cues brakes. This equipment is aimed at frequent riders who want to maintain the sporty Nature concept and avoid entry-level components for the drivetrain, braking system, and tires.

If you are looking for an uncomplicated bike for short to medium distances and rarely encounter steep climbs, the Nature ONE is usually sufficient. The 1x8 drivetrain reduces the number of controls and, with its wide-range cassette, offers enough reserves for casual leisure rides.

If you regularly ride longer distances and combine flat roads with climbs, the Nature Pro is a balanced middle ground. The 2x10 gearing offers more gear steps and a wider range. This makes it easier to adjust your cadence to inclines, speed, and headwinds.

If comfort on uneven paths is important, the EXC and SLX offer a noticeable advantage with their air suspension forks. The fork can be adjusted more precisely to your body weight via air pressure. The SLX is especially worth it if you ride many kilometers and will actually make use of the higher-grade shifting and braking components.

Shimano Essa is a component group designed for simple 1x8 drivetrains. For the Nature ONE, this means: one chainring at the front, eight sprockets at the back, and only one shifter for gear selection. Operation is straightforward, and eliminating the front derailleur reduces the number of components that require adjustment.

Shimano Cues covers 9-, 10-, and 11-speed drivetrains and is designed for high durability and broad parts compatibility. On the Nature Pro, EXC, and SLX, Cues is combined with two chainrings. This provides more gears and finer gear steps. The cassettes used are based on Shimano's Linkglide concept, which is designed for smooth shifting and reduced wear.

The number of gears is not the only deciding factor when making a purchase. Essa is suited for simple operation and normal everyday routes. Cues offers more reserves for climbs, luggage, and long tours. Regular cleaning and a correctly lubricated chain remain necessary for both systems.

The Cube Nature is offered with diamond and trapezoidal frames. Both frame shapes use Aluminium Superlite and a trekking-cross geometry. Double-butted tubes have varying wall thicknesses depending on the stress zone. This allows material to be saved in less stressed areas without making the load-bearing sections unnecessarily thin.

With the diamond frame, the top tube runs high between the head tube and the seat tube. This classic design offers high stiffness and direct power transfer. It suits riders who mount the bike in a sporty manner, require larger frame sizes, or frequently accelerate the bike vigorously. The current classic frames cover a broader size range than the trapezoidal versions.

The trapezoidal frame features a lowered top tube. This makes mounting and dismounting easier without using a full step-through design. This shape is practical when mobility is restricted, frequent stops are part of everyday life, or a loaded bike needs to be stepped over more safely. The designation is not a gender-specific requirement. The deciding factors are mobility, body height, and desired stand-over height.

With the Allroad version, the difference is particularly noticeable in everyday use. A loaded bicycle cannot be leaned as far to the side as an unloaded cross bike. The lower step-through of the trapezoidal frame can make mounting easier when using panniers. On the other hand, those who require larger frame sizes will usually find more options with the diamond frame.

The smooth-welding process smooths the transitions at key tube joints. In addition to a uniform appearance, this treatment is intended to reduce stress peaks at the weld areas. Shift and brake cables are partially routed through the down tube. This better protects them from dirt and keeps the frame tidy. Mounting points for mudguards and racks are integrated into the frame.

The frame shape does not replace a correct size selection. Saddle height, reach to the handlebars, and standover height must match your body height and inseam. If you are between two sizes, the smaller frame usually feels more agile. The larger frame offers more stability but can result in a more stretched seating position. A test ride will show whether you can reach the handlebars comfortably and have enough clearance from the top tube when dismounting.