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Cube has developed a new series of kids’ bikes with a focus on lightweight, combined with controls designed specifically for smaller riders
The new Cube Numove is both lightweight and specifically proportioned for those at the start of their cycling experience, while still retaining the toughness that any child’s bike needs to withstand enthusiastic play.
Because the series is available in six different sizes, each in various colours, the Numove is perfect for kids to learn to ride a bike and for kids who already have some bike skills.
The two largest sizes come in a ‘Street’ variant, fully equipped with mudguards, carrier, kickstand, and lights.
Light, lighter, lightest
The new Numove series is light, lighter, lightest – up to 500 grams lighter than the competition. CUBE achieves this by using a lightweight aluminium frame and fork. For example, the 16” frame weighs only 870 grams, a whopping 180 grams lighter than the 16” frame of the CUBE Cubie.
The brand points out it is not only the frame and fork which are ultralight, having also ensured that the small parts, such as the front hub, are as light as possible, without sacrificing the strength required to withstand rough treatment.
Specially designed for young riders
In addition to being super light, the Numove series is also designed to perfectly fit young riders. Everything has been considered: from a narrow Q-factor (the distance between the cranks) and the use of short cranks to thinner handlebars and grips perfectly sized for small hands. In the smaller models, from 12” to 18”, the handlebar is slightly raised, while the length and height of the stem on the larger models, 20” and 24”, are easily adjustable. This ensures that the cockpit is perfectly adapted to the short arms and small hands of young adventurers.
The first Numove models are now available at the CUBE dealer.
Prices range from £339 for the Numove 120, through to £569 (£619 Street) for the Shimano 8-speed powered, Germany-made Thun bottom bracket sporting, V-brake equipped Numove 240.
