Cube Stereo ONE44 Race – Price/Performance test winner

Cube Stereo ONE44 Race – test winner “Strong performance at a great price” – the CUBE Stereo ONE44 C:62 Race wins the Price/Performance award in the latest trail bike comparison by Mountainbike magazine (05/2025).

In the comparison test for trail bikes with 130 mm suspension travel, the ONE44 C:62 Race competed against high-calibre brands such as Canyon, Santa Cruz, Pivot and Yeti – and impressed across the board.

“CUBE’s ONE44 is a real all-rounder, which, in addition to its sporty range of use, is also highly recommended for long tours. Successful concept: the great combination of efficiency and riding fun!”
(Mountainbike magazine, issue 05/2025, pages 38-39)

This is exactly what makes the Stereo ONE44 C:62 Race your ideal bike if you are looking for a versatile, sporty and comfortable trail bike. Thanks to the lightweight C:62 carbon frame, balanced geometry and high-quality equipment, you get a bike that shines in every situation – from flow trails to day stages.

What does ‘Stereo ONE44’ actually mean?

The ONE44 is a fully trail bike with 140 mm front and rear suspension travel. Developed for sporty tours, technical trails and fast descents – but also light enough to master longer climbing sections efficiently.

Depending on the version, the carbon frame is based on the high-quality C:62 or C:68X material – both Cube-exclusive fibre composite technologies. The monocoque construction ensures stiffness, low weight and a clean look thanks to integrated cable routing (ICR).

Cube Stereo ONE44 at a glance – which one suits you?

General features of all Cube Stereo ONE44 models

Feature	Equipment
Suspension travel	140 mm f/h
Wheels	29 Inch
Frame material	C:62 or C:68X carbon
Total weight	12,2–12,8 kg
Maximum system weight	115 kg
Range of use	Trail, Tour, All-Mountain

What makes the CUBE Stereo ONE44 C:62 Race so special?

Sometimes you get on a bike and know in the first few metres that it’s a good fit. The CUBE Stereo ONE44 C:62 Race gives you exactly that feeling. It’s not a bike for blenders. It’s a bike for real mountain bikers, for trail enthusiasts, for people who prefer to be out in nature on two wheels. And for all those who can feel quality as soon as they grip the handlebars.

Light, stiff and versatile: the C:62 carbon frame

The heartbeat of this bike is the C:62 carbon frame, developed using state-of-the-art twin mould technology. This means: stiffness where you need it, flexibility where it makes sense and a weight that won’t slow you down on long tours. With 140 mm travel front and rear, the ONE44 Race is perfectly balanced – agile but not nervous. Stable, but not cumbersome. It is the ideal trail bike for real all-rounders.

With the RockShox Pike RC fork and the Deluxe Select+ shock, the C:62 Race offers a sporty, firm but responsive suspension set-up. You have full control – and can also save energy on long climbs thanks to the lockout.

And then of course there is the equipment: Shimano XT 12-speed, buttery smooth shifting that works reliably even under pressure. Fox Factory suspension with Kashima Coating – classy, durable, powerful. A combination that is otherwise only offered by significantly more expensive models.

Perfect for: sporty all-rounders, touring riders, technology fans with price awareness

For whom is the Cube Stereo ONE44 C:62 Race suitable?

This bike is for you if you…

• … ride trails regularly, but also love longer tours.
• … are looking for a trail bike that climbs easily and descends safely.
• … want components that work – not just on paper, but in real life.
• … are looking for a bike for everything from Alpine tours to after-work rides.
• … don’t want to leave anything to chance. With Shimano XT, Fox Factory and a strong carbon frame, everything is under control.

How does the Cube Stereo ONE44 Race perform?

The riding experience is hard to put into words – but we’ll try:
Light-footed on the climbs, calm and controlled on the downhills, playful on tight trails. Thanks to the 29-inch wheels, the ONE44 rolls effortlessly over roots, rocks and edges. The geometry is not overly extreme – but cleverly tuned for control, comfort and speed.

The Kashima-coated Fox fork works sensitively, but with clear feedback. You can feel the ground, but are not jolted. The Fox shock absorbs hard impacts with ease – and can be adjusted at lightning speed using the lever if you’re going uphill for a long time.

What you get is a bike that gives you the feeling of having everything under control – even when the trail challenges you.

The Cube Stereo ONE44 is more than just a trail bike

The ONE44 Race is not loud, not exaggerated, not playful. It’s honest, fast, technical and to the point – and extremely versatile. If you’re looking for a bike that you want to ride on your home trail today, in the Alps tomorrow and on long tours at the weekend, then you’ll love every second of the CUBE Stereo ONE44 C:62 Race.

You can feel the quality. You’ll experience real control. And you get a bike that can keep up with 8,000 euro bikes in the test field, but costs significantly less.

Are you looking for a mountain bike that doesn’t restrict you? That challenges you but doesn’t tire you out on long tours? One that is efficient on steep climbs – and flies with you downhill through any terrain?

Then the CUBE Stereo ONE44 is your answer. From the C:62 Pro as an entry-level bike, to the Race with test seal of approval, to the SLT for the highest demands – the choice is yours. And the best thing is: we have all models in stock!