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Cube Reaction GTC SLT 27.5" Mountain Bike 2016 - Hardtail MTB
Because it's the top model in the CUBE Reaction GTC series, we gave the SLT 2X an extra treat: the revolutionary upside down Rock Shox RS-1 suspension fork. With a very high quality GTC carbon frame - available in both 27.5 and 29 inch options - and complete Shimano XT 2x11 transmission, the SLT is a versatile hardtail that's equally at home on both trail and race course.
Frame
The Reaction GTC twin mould 29er frame is right at the leading edge of technology. It incorporates every feature needed to improve steering accuracy and effciency without increasing weight: the tapered head tube, PressFit bottom bracket shell and X12 quick release axles are obvious examples. Our reworked Agile Ride Geometry blends sublimely efficient forward propulsion with wonderfully intuitive handling, which translates to easy riding fun whether you're on twisty singletrack or a race course. The slender 27.2mm diamater seatpost offers added comfort. Other notable features include the Direct Mount system for the derailleur and clean, simple internal cable routing.
Components
The innovative, 100mm travel RockShox RS-1 suspension fork with X-Loc lockout has ushered in a new era of upside down forks, characterised by phenomenal steering precision and superb bump absorption. The full 2x11 Shimano XT groupset guarantees powerful braking and perfect gear shifts, even in bad weather. Extremely light DT Swiss CSW MA 1.9/1.7 system wheels add outstanding acceleration to the GTC SLT's total package.
Adaptable X12 Hanger
We optimized our new dropout design based on the Syntace X12 through-axle system, enlarging the area of the frame where the hanger is mounted. We can now fit the longer Direct Mount hangers. Shifting precision and stiffness is therefore improved. With the new design it's also possible to swap the whole contact area of the axle with the hanger should the system be worn out.
Agile Ride Geometry
We ran innumerable tests to develop the Agile Ride Geometry in our series of big wheel bikes. We also added the 27.5in wheel size to the very well received portfolio. Three important details lead to the very agile character. Increased fork offsets let us achieve the same trail as our 26in bikes without having to steepen the head angle, thus maintaining generous toe clearance to the front wheel. Secondly we shortened the chain stays without compromising the seat angle. We invented a patented construction to mount the front derailleur to give us more tyre clearance while keeping a conventional seat angle, leading to a perfect riding position for every rider size. Last but not least we kept the BB height the same as on our 26in bikes. These measures lead to a natural riding position. Every mountain biker will feel immediately at home on a CUBE 29er or 27.5.
Gran Turismo Composite
In designing the GTC carbon fiber frames, safety and comfort are the main factors. We use high modulus fibers for the parts which are stressed the most ? the head tube, the seat tube top and the bottom bracket area. That is why the frame still offers flex and comfort resulting from the flexible tubes. Our special production process with inner and outer molding forms ensure that the minimum of required material is used, reducing overall weight even with complex frame designs. All GTC frames have of course passed DIN -Plus testing.
Integrated Cable Routing
Internally routed cables offer many advantages. Cables are protected from dirt for longer life, weight is saved thanks to the absence of external housing and the bike has a clean, sleek appearance.
Press Fit BB
With Press Fit bearings, the bottom bracket bearings are pressed directly into the frame and not screwed in as usual. This gives a wider bottom bracket shell and allows us to build a wider down tube and more broadly-spaced chainstays. Every millimetre of additional width gives a significant improvement in lateral stiffness.
Tapered Steerer
This steerer tube design is stiffer than a conventional straight steerer and yields a more secure ride feel even in difficult terrain. Minimal flex at the front of the frame means the greatest possible steering precision. With the larger steerer, the forks become more rigid. At the same time weight is saved due to the absence of bearing shells as the lower bearing is fully integrated into the head tube. On all of our CUBE carbon models the upper bearing shells are also directly in the frame, so that once more a few grams are saved and the energy transfer is very direct.
Twin Mold Technology
All GTC models are built using this complex manufacturing process. In this process we can eliminate possibly dangerous folding by constant control of carbon fibers during the curing process. By using fixed internal forms at junction points the quantity of resin is considerably reduced and the fibers bonded more tightly together. The result is increased product safety and improved stiffness-to-weight values.
X12 Through Axle
In this system, a cone is used to form a play-free connection. It is only necessary to tighten the axle from one side. The position of the wheel is done by an insert in the right-hand dropout which is secured by a bolt. The main advantages of the Syntace system are quick and simple changing of the wheel, reliable position of the brake disc and higher stiffness of the rear of the bike. This allows the assembly to be made lighter than a conventional through-axle.
The Cube Reaction GTC SLT 27.5 2016 Features are:
Frame: GTC Twin Mold Monocoque Technology, ARG2, Tapered Headtube, PressFit BB, X12, Integrated Cable Routing
Fork: Rock Shox RS-1 Carbon Upside-Down, Hydraulic X-Loc, Predictive Steering®, Tapered, 100mm
Headset: FSA Orbit I-t, Integrated, Top 1 1/8", Bottom 1 1/2"
Bars: CUBE Flat Race Bar Pro, 720mm
Stem: CUBE Performance Stem Pro, 31.8mm
Shifters: Shimano XT SL-M8000-I, I-spec, 11-Speed
Front Mech: Shimano XT, FD-M8020-D, Direct Mount
Rear Mech: Shimano XT, RD-M8000-DGS, ShadowPlus, Direct Mount, 11-Speed
Chainset: Shimano XT, FC-M8000, 36x26T, 175mm
Front Brake: Shimano XT BR-M8000, Hydr. Disc Brake 180mm
Rear Brake: Shimano XT BR-M8000, Hydr. Disc Brake 160mm
Rims: DT CSW MA 1.7 / 1.9 Straightpull Wheelset, 28/28 Spokes, 110x15mm Predictive Steering®/X12, Tubeless Ready
Front Hub: 110x15mm Predictive Steering
Rear Hub: X12
Tyres: Schwalbe Rocket Ron, Kevlar, 2.25, LiteSkin Front Schwalbe Racing Ralph Kevlar, 2.25, LiteSkin Rear
Seatpost: Cube Performance Post, 27.2mm
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