Frame - GTC Monocoque Twin Mold Technology, Flat Mount Disc, Road Comfort Geometry, AXH, X12
Fork - CUBE CSL Race Disc, One Piece 3D-Forged Steerer/Crown, Carbon Blades, Flat-Mount, 1 1/8"" - 1 1/4"" Tapered, X12
Shock - n/a
Number of Gears - 22
Shifters - Shimano ST-RS505
Chainset - Shimano 105 FC-5800, Hollowtech II, 50x34T, 170mm (50/53cm), 172,5mm (56/58/60), 175mm (62cm)
Chainrings - 50/34
Cassette - Shimano 105 CS-5800, 11-32
Chain - Shimano CN-HG600-11
Front Derailleur - Shimano 105 FD-5800, 31.8mm Clamp
Rear Derailleur - Shimano 105 RD-5800GS, 11-Speed
Bottom Bracket - Included
Pedals - Not Included
Rims - Fulcrum Racing 77 Disc, 100x12mm / 142x12mm, 6-Bolt
Front Hub - Fulcrum Racing 77 Disc, 100x12mm / 142x12mm, 6-Bolt
Rear Hub - Fulcrum Racing 77 Disc, 100x12mm / 142x12mm, 6-Bolt
Front Tyre - Conti Grand Sport Race SL, 25-622
Rear Tyre - Conti Grand Sport Race SL, 25-622
Front Brake - Shimano BR-RS505, Hydr. Disc Brake, Flat-Mount (160/160)
Rear Brake - Shimano BR-RS505, Hydr. Disc Brake, Flat-Mount (160/160)
Brake Levers - Shimano ST-RS505
Handlebars - CUBE Wing Race Bar Compact
Grips - CUBE Grip Control
Headset - FSA I-t, Top Integrated 1 1/8"", Bottom Integrated 1 1/4""
Stem - CUBE Performance Pro, 31.8mm
Saddle - CUBE RP 1.0
Seatpost - CUBE Performance Post, 27.2mm
Post Clamp - CUBE Screwlock, 31.8mm
Weight - 9.0kg
Brand - Cube
Model - Attain GTC Pro
GTIN/EAN - 777200
- rodman
Top comments
craigaherring
27 Jan 174#20
Thank you for your insightful input into what may actually be a legitimate question. There's no reason to suspect benjammin316 was being facetious so why be so rude? We're all here to help one another find a bargain and that's it.
The answer to the question is quite simply a lot of higher end bikes don't come with them because as you go up the ranks in cycle world most folk wear shoes that clip on to their specially made pedals.
Unproductive comments like this scare people from posting on this site for fear of persecution, I understand that those making such comments tend to be struggling with inner self-issues and see their actions as a way to realise a little steam but this is not the place for self healing.
mcrobbj to KareemSaid
28 Jan 173#32
As a non pro I can see the point. Going down a hilly road at maybe 40mph that I have ridden on my disc based hybrid many times. I nearly ploughed into traffic as my V brakes were even near as responsive. Added to that the wear on the rims, especially in winter then disc brakes are miles better in opinion. If you doing time trials weight may be important for the average road biker it not that big a deal.
All comments (40)
mikecollins
27 Jan 171#1
£6 off with code HAVE6
Spaz
27 Jan 171#2
Awesome bike at £500 off, superb frame.
rodman
27 Jan 17#3
danothebaldyheid
27 Jan 172#4
Aye - I've just ordered it - quite excited! Been looking for a carbon fibre road bike, but I wanted disc brakes as I live in Scotland, and they're so much better in the rain..
tedjourney to danothebaldyheid
28 Jan 171#29
You got a real bargain there mate
skiddlydiddly
27 Jan 171#5
I've got the attain gtc sl and it's a great bike. The frame is very comfortable. The brakes are pretty good, for a road bike, although there's only so much traction on skinny road tyres. I've swapped the 25mm for conti gp4000 w's in 28mm (actually measure 30mm) and it's got room for a slightly wider tyre still.
danothebaldyheid to skiddlydiddly
27 Jan 17#18
thanks for this - I was wondering how wide I could go with these..
mikeyfive
27 Jan 17#6
9kg? That's quite heavy for a CF bike isn't it?
johnnystorm to mikeyfive
27 Jan 172#8
It's not super light but disc brakes are a bit heavier and the tyres on this aren't amazingly light either. Still a cracking bike. The Boardman Road Team Alloy with 105 was the best buy for a grand a couple of years back. That was 9 and a bit kilos. This gets you carbon, 105, hydraulic brakes and a similar weight for the same cash. Bargain.
SFconvert to mikeyfive
28 Jan 172#21
Yes, my £300 triban 3 is only just over 10kg so it's the difference of 2 bottles of drink.
jezzery to mikeyfive
28 Jan 17#30
The disc brakes contribute to quite a lot of weight compared to usual callipers
skiddlydiddly to mikeyfive
29 Jan 17#35
Fairly, but I've come to realise that carbon is more about comfort, than weight saving.
The disc brakes and ancillaries add a fair bit over standard rim brakes.
bornagainst
27 Jan 172#7
Hot. The geometry is pretty laid back, but the spec if rock solid and hydro disks are brilliant in all weathers... (even if the hoods are a bit ugly)
amazing value. shame ive juat committed to a giant defy advanced
robchester
27 Jan 17#17
lovely bike, I want wider tyre clearance though.
craigaherring
27 Jan 174#20
Thank you for your insightful input into what may actually be a legitimate question. There's no reason to suspect benjammin316 was being facetious so why be so rude? We're all here to help one another find a bargain and that's it.
The answer to the question is quite simply a lot of higher end bikes don't come with them because as you go up the ranks in cycle world most folk wear shoes that clip on to their specially made pedals.
Unproductive comments like this scare people from posting on this site for fear of persecution, I understand that those making such comments tend to be struggling with inner self-issues and see their actions as a way to realise a little steam but this is not the place for self healing.
" because as you go up the ranks in cycle world" .... eh? haha!!
I'm not convinced with disc brakes on road bikes. Especially when they bring additional weight.
I can see the point if you are doing 70 MPH+ downhill as a pro. For the average Joe who doesn't average 16MPH bit pointless. And expensive to save weight by upgrading the wheels.
mcrobbj to KareemSaid
28 Jan 173#32
As a non pro I can see the point. Going down a hilly road at maybe 40mph that I have ridden on my disc based hybrid many times. I nearly ploughed into traffic as my V brakes were even near as responsive. Added to that the wear on the rims, especially in winter then disc brakes are miles better in opinion. If you doing time trials weight may be important for the average road biker it not that big a deal.
skiddlydiddly to KareemSaid
29 Jan 171#37
Some people ride, or get caught riding in the rain. Rim brakes are shocking when the wheel is wet; discs work all the time.
I've only been riding road for a couple of years, so not a traditionalist, but I see this as having my eyes open to improvements in technology.
I don't descend at 70mph, but can average 16mph easily enough and have been scared a few times by how poor road bike brakes can be, especially after riding modern mtb's.
alpha1beta2
28 Jan 171#24
There is a Cannondale Synapse 105 Disc road bike on sale for 699 GBP. How does it compare to this in performance and value for money?
The cube has the Shimano hydraulic disc brakes that are £300-350 after market and comes with the full 105 groupset incl. crankset , versus an fsa crankset and cheap mech disc brakes.
They are different price ranged bikes so I think both have vfm, more difficult to compare and depends on your budget foremost. Do you need hydraulic brakes .
danothebaldyheid to alpha1beta2
28 Jan 17#27
I really wanted a carbon fibre bike - shallow, I know but true!
basergorkobal
28 Jan 17#28
That is one lovely bike. Fortunately none in my size.
edward2910
28 Jan 17#31
Agreed.
masterbruce
28 Jan 171#34
But it wasn't a legitimate question.
skiddlydiddly
29 Jan 171#36
Rechecked them and the conti tyre actually measure 31mm inflated. I did try a 38mm Victoria tyre on it, but that was too wide.
alpha1beta2
29 Jan 17#38
I have a 900 mile 9 day event that i need to start training for, can this bike handle it? Or should i look for something lighter without the hydraulic discs? My budget is pretty much what this bike is worth.
Appreciate any comments from endurance bike riders on here. Cheers
bornagainst to alpha1beta2
30 Jan 17#39
This bike would be almost perfect for this. Presuming you don't need to carry much.
alpha1beta2
30 Jan 17#40
Thanks! We will have a vehicle following and we won't be carrying any bags on the bike. What in your opinion will make this perfect from (almost) perfect :smiley:
Opening post
Frame - GTC Monocoque Twin Mold Technology, Flat Mount Disc, Road Comfort Geometry, AXH, X12
Fork - CUBE CSL Race Disc, One Piece 3D-Forged Steerer/Crown, Carbon Blades, Flat-Mount, 1 1/8"" - 1 1/4"" Tapered, X12
Shock - n/a
Number of Gears - 22
Shifters - Shimano ST-RS505
Chainset - Shimano 105 FC-5800, Hollowtech II, 50x34T, 170mm (50/53cm), 172,5mm (56/58/60), 175mm (62cm)
Chainrings - 50/34
Cassette - Shimano 105 CS-5800, 11-32
Chain - Shimano CN-HG600-11
Front Derailleur - Shimano 105 FD-5800, 31.8mm Clamp
Rear Derailleur - Shimano 105 RD-5800GS, 11-Speed
Bottom Bracket - Included
Pedals - Not Included
Rims - Fulcrum Racing 77 Disc, 100x12mm / 142x12mm, 6-Bolt
Front Hub - Fulcrum Racing 77 Disc, 100x12mm / 142x12mm, 6-Bolt
Rear Hub - Fulcrum Racing 77 Disc, 100x12mm / 142x12mm, 6-Bolt
Front Tyre - Conti Grand Sport Race SL, 25-622
Rear Tyre - Conti Grand Sport Race SL, 25-622
Front Brake - Shimano BR-RS505, Hydr. Disc Brake, Flat-Mount (160/160)
Rear Brake - Shimano BR-RS505, Hydr. Disc Brake, Flat-Mount (160/160)
Brake Levers - Shimano ST-RS505
Handlebars - CUBE Wing Race Bar Compact
Grips - CUBE Grip Control
Headset - FSA I-t, Top Integrated 1 1/8"", Bottom Integrated 1 1/4""
Stem - CUBE Performance Pro, 31.8mm
Saddle - CUBE RP 1.0
Seatpost - CUBE Performance Post, 27.2mm
Post Clamp - CUBE Screwlock, 31.8mm
Weight - 9.0kg
Brand - Cube
Model - Attain GTC Pro
GTIN/EAN - 777200
- rodman
Top comments
The answer to the question is quite simply a lot of higher end bikes don't come with them because as you go up the ranks in cycle world most folk wear shoes that clip on to their specially made pedals.
Unproductive comments like this scare people from posting on this site for fear of persecution, I understand that those making such comments tend to be struggling with inner self-issues and see their actions as a way to realise a little steam but this is not the place for self healing.
All comments (40)
The disc brakes and ancillaries add a fair bit over standard rim brakes.
https://www.merlincycles.com/shimano-105-5800-disc-brake-groupset-89849.html?utm_campaign=googlebase-GB&utm_source=googlebase&utm_medium=shopping&utm_term=Road+Bike+Groupsets&gclid=CPizodWJ49ECFcGVGwodjzgIXA
The answer to the question is quite simply a lot of higher end bikes don't come with them because as you go up the ranks in cycle world most folk wear shoes that clip on to their specially made pedals.
Unproductive comments like this scare people from posting on this site for fear of persecution, I understand that those making such comments tend to be struggling with inner self-issues and see their actions as a way to realise a little steam but this is not the place for self healing.
I'd be very happy with this!!
I'm not convinced with disc brakes on road bikes. Especially when they bring additional weight.
I can see the point if you are doing 70 MPH+ downhill as a pro. For the average Joe who doesn't average 16MPH bit pointless. And expensive to save weight by upgrading the wheels.
I've only been riding road for a couple of years, so not a traditionalist, but I see this as having my eyes open to improvements in technology.
I don't descend at 70mph, but can average 16mph easily enough and have been scared a few times by how poor road bike brakes can be, especially after riding modern mtb's.
https://www.cyclestore.co.uk/cannondale_synapse_al_105_disc_road_bike_2016-ID_67267?gclid=Cj0KEQiA_KvEBRCtzNil4-KR-LIBEiQAmgekF-HAGZq4KQqu7SdMRboI31-qplH7tfn8RGoEcxMO0HEaAldu8P8HAQ&gclsrc=aw.ds
They are different price ranged bikes so I think both have vfm, more difficult to compare and depends on your budget foremost. Do you need hydraulic brakes .
Appreciate any comments from endurance bike riders on here. Cheers