Cube Litening Super HPC PRO Compact

SLN57

Frame: Litening HPC Monocoque Advanced Twin Mold Technology
Forks: Easton EC90 SL CNT Full Carbon 1 1/8“ - 1 1/2“
Bars: Syntace Racelite Carbon Oversized
Stem: Syntace F109 Oversized
Headset: Acros AI-71 Integrated
Bar Tape: CUBE Grip Control

Front Brake Lever: Shimano Ultegra ST-6700
Front Caliper: Shimano Ultegra BR-6700
Rear Brake Lever: Shimano Ultegra ST-6700
Rear Caliper: Shimano Ultegra BR-6700

Shifters: Shimano Ultegra ST-6700
Front Mech: Shimano Ultegra FD-6700F 2-speed, Braze
Rear Mech: Shimano Ultegra ST-6700, 10-speed

Seat: Selle Italia SLR
Seat Post: Syntace P6 Carbon 31.6mm
Seat Post Clamp: Scape Close 34.9mm

Cranks: FSA SL-K Light Megaexo Carbon
Chainring(s): Compact 50x34
Chain: Shimano Ultegra CN-6700
Cassette: Shimano Ultegra CS-6700 12-25, 10-speed
Pedals: Speedplay Zero - Stainless Steel
Bottom Bracket: Press-Fit BB

Front Wheel: CUBE HP Aero by Citec
Tube: Schwalbe RR light SV20
Tire: Schwalbe Ultremo R Kevlar 23x622

Back Wheel: CUBE HP Aero by Citec
Tube: Schwalbe RR light SV20
Tire: Schwalbe Ultremo R Kevlar 23x622

Accessories: Cateye V2C Computer

Weight: 7.20kg

Lagavulin

I like that a lot. Very nice.

Are they standard Schwalbe Ultremo Rs in red or might they be specific to your Cube?

SLN57

Thank you.

I don't know, they have the Cube logo on them so they may be Cube specific.

Anonymous

What's with the unfinished bar tape?

SLN57

I have no idea, I'm thinking of changing it as it looks a bit weird.

Anonymous

Almost bought one of these myself! looks grand! how does she ride?

rake

the red tyres are bitchin with the black frame.

SLN57

I think it's great, it accelerates instantly, handles sharply and is very comfortable and at the same time is exciting to ride.

I did 45 miles on it on Monday (my first outing on it) and had no problems at all. I am 44 years old and paying the price of racing motocross in my youth, so I'm no stranger to aches and pains after a long ride.

I'm well pleased.

SLN57

Thanks rake

I usually go for the stealth look but I think Cube have coordinated the colours well.

rake

you wont think descending a hill at 50mph is fast then.

SLN57

Nowadays I'm lucky to get over 30.

ASHLEYF

hello mate, i am interested in getting a cube litening. How did you find the sizing. I normally ride a 56cm trek madone or specialized tarmac, but found the 56cm cube way too small. It seems the tube lenghs for a cube 56 are the same as trek 45cm how did you find them?

SLN57

Hi Ashley

I bought a size 56 frame and I am 5'11" tall. I have just used the 109% method to set up the seat height and I have about half an inch before the seat post is at its maximum. I measured my inside leg, using a book (Bike Radar tip), at 86cms.

It maybe that the cube comes up a little small but then I prefer a bike to be smaller rather than larger.

If you want the overall measurement of the seat post let me know.

Squillinossett

If I was to buy another bike now, I would make it a Red/Black one much like yours, I feel its the most striking and catching colour scheme doing the rounds at the moment.

Finishing kit looks good also, never see nthe ars before and loving the sweep back on them!!

Really nice bike, I have looked at it for the past few days on the trot :oops:

SLN57

Thanks Squillinosset

I keep looking at it as well. Unfortunately my wife won't allow me to keep it in our bedroom she thinks that's weird and nerdy.

Women, they just don't understand.

Squillinossett

I am in the same camp, im currently working on Mrs Squill letting me keep my better bike in one of our spare rooms...its not working...something about oil and new carpets...who knows..

fungus_the_muffin_man

I keep my bike in the bedroom. I look at it all the time.

can you be in love with a bike? :oops:

SLN57

I think so....

Bikes never get headaches and refuse you a ride, don't constantly demand you do the decorating and look hot at any time of day. However, they do expect lavish gifts of shiny things and carbon.

Anonymous

Is it wrong that when i re-decorated my room recently it was in the colours of my madone! hmmmm

And the Madone is hanging on the wall! mine is Blue/silver... i think if it was the colour of the cube lighting above my room would resemble some kind of xxx rated exstablishment :P... red/black lol

stevec1906

I think I have just fallen in love. You've got one seriously sexy bike there. Do you know if it's possible to buy the frame seperately?

leeroy72

Nice bike mate...I have the Agree GTC SL which is the model below yours and I love it. Good choice! 8)

SLN57

stevec1906

I've no idea if you can buy the frame on it's own but if you call Alex at UK Cycles in Chelmsford (01245 264477) he will be able to help you.

leeroy72

Thanks. I agree they are very good bikes, mine is a joy to ride. It's just a shame you don't see the pro's riding them it would raise Cube's profile and credibility no end.

leeroy72

It certainly would raise the Cube profile...I reckon its just a matter of time though as they are fairly new to the road bike scene...

SLN57

Cleaned polished and lubed ready for its winter hibernation.







Some upgrades/additions: Speedplay pedals, Selle Italia saddle and various bright red KCNC bits and pieces.

Presently building my winter bike which should be ready in a few weeks so until then my mountain bike will get a good thrashing.