![]() ![]() ![]() It's really nice to see a proper nine-speed Shimano groupset on this bike, rather than seven or eight-speed setups you might see on rivals. The no-frills saddle is also a pretty pleasant place to be, even on longer rides. The seatpost is of the skinnier 27.2mm diameter, which means your choices of dropper post are limited should you wish to upgrade, but considering that the most affordable on the market costs a quarter of the price of this entire bike, that seems a reasonable trade-off for a more springy post and comfortable back end. The own brand saddle is comfortable and the skinny 27.2mm post helps The aluminium frame has also been updated with a slacker head angle and more reach, although the fork travel stays the same at 100mm, delivered by a coil-sprung RockShox XC30. The Two Cubed updates the older Two Two by moving to mid-sized 650b wheels for improved rollover and a smoother ride. That said, what you're getting at the higher price is still quite the bargain. While the official retail price of the Two Cubed is £499, if you buy a discount card from Calibre's owner Go Ourdoors for a fiver, that drops the price to £399 plus getting you money off a load of other outdoors kit at their giant stores - making it a bit of a no-brainer. Buyer's guide to mountain bikes - get the best MTB for you. ![]() The best mountain bikes for under £1000 - hardtail and full suspension machines.Buying your first mountain bike: the complete guide.It's about as close to perfect as you can expect for under £500. It manages to pack in a 9-speed drivetrain, quality aluminium frame and brand name kit along with solid handling that'll suit beginner and more experienced rider alike. When it comes to bang for your buck, there's little to beat Calibre's Two Cubed hardtail. ![]()
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