Shimano has announced the expansion of its Cues line-up, adding new drop bar options for road and gravel riding.
The brand says the options feature the same durable and smooth drivetrain performance as its flat bar counterparts and offer the comforts of drop bar ergonomics at a reasonable price point.
According to the latest release, the new range is simple to service, with interchangeable parts across 9, 10, and 11-speed setups. Components can be mixed and matched across different riding styles and offer durability thanks to the linkglide tech.
Here’s a range overview from the release:
CUES 10- and 11-Speed Drivetrains with Hydraulic Disc Brakes
The SHIMANO CUES 10- and 11-speed 6000 series components feature powerful hydraulic disc brakes and smooth shifting with superior chain retention. With a low gear ratio of less than 1:1, based on the three times more durable and smoother LINKGLIDE platform, you can be sure of stable shifting performance with every gear change.
Built with a stiff yet lightweight design, every SHIMANO CUES crankset is compatible with HYPERGLIDE 11-speed chains.
ST-U6030 – CUES HYDRAULIC DUAL CONTROL LEVERS 11 / 10-speed
DUAL CONTROL LEVERS ergonomically designed with advanced features, inherited from the performance road models.
The new blade design creates a shorter lever access, allowing riders with a wide range of hand sizes and shapes to comfortably reach the levers.
Compatible with both 10- and 11-speed drivetrains. Smooth-shifting, which is a SHIMANO CUES hallmark.
FC-U6040-2 – CUES CRANKSET HOLLOWTECH II 2 x 10 / 9-speed
– Chainring options: 46-32T, 50-34T
– Chainline: 47mm
– Crankarm Lengths: 170mm, 172.5mm, 175mm
– HOLLOWTECH II Crankset: 2 x 10 / 9-speed compatible.
FC-U6040-1 – CUES CRANKSET HOLLOWTECH II 1 x 11 / 10 / 9-speed
– Chainring options: 40T, 42T
– Chainline: 50mm
– Crankarm Lengths: 170mm, 172.5mm, 175mm
– DYNAMIC CHAIN ENGAGEMENT+ improves chain retention with its special gear tip shape.
– HOLLOWTECH II Crankset: 1 x 11 / 10 / 9-speed.
– Chainring options: 46-32T, 50-34T
– Chainline: 47mm
– Crankarm Lengths: 165mm, 170mm, 172.5mm, 175mm
– Two-Piece Crankset: 2 x 10 / 9-speed.
– Chainring options: 40T, 42T
– Chainline: 50mm
– Crankset Length: 165mm, 170mm, 172.5mm, 175mm
– DYNAMIC CHAIN ENGAGEMENT+
– Two-Piece Crankset: 1 x 11 / 10 / 9-speed.
– One Front Derailleur for all SHIMANO CUES drop bar bikes.
– Toggle link construction offers easier setup and integrated cable tensioner.
– Chainline: +2.5mm allowing for wider tire clearance.
– Available with BRAZED-ON MOUNT or CLAMP BAND MOUNT.
– Specifically designed for widely used 160mm rotors.
– Flat Mount hydraulic disc brake caliper eliminates the need for a separate adapter.
– Lightweight 2-piston construction provides reliable braking performance under all conditions.
CUES 9- and 10-Speed Drivetrains with Mechanical Disc Brakes
The SHIMANO CUES 3000 series for 9- and 10-speed components provides an even wider range of choices with a mechanical disc brake option for increased reliability and worry-free maintenance. With a low gear ratio of less than 1:1, you can tackle a variety of situations while SHIMANO CUES keeps you in your top gear.
Thanks to the three-times more durable and smoother LINKGLIDE platform, you can be sure of stable shifting performance with every gear change.
ESSA is now available for drop bar 8-speed drivetrains, which expands and elevates its existing 8-speed line-up. Designed to support an active cycling lifestyle, SHIMANO ESSA is an exciting development in accessible, reliable and affordable componentry that will harmonize an often-complex set of component groups.
