Nukeproof Giga 290 Carbon Comp

Nukeproof Giga 290 Carbon Comp

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Sumarize

Highlights

  • Premium Carbon Frame
  • EWS (Enduro World Series) tested!
  • Good uphill capabilities
  • Top reviews from the bike magazines
  • High resale value
  • Powerful downhill capabilities

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Description

SRP3699 £
CategoryEnduro
Travel Front180 mm
Travel Rear60 mm
Weight16.3 kg
Wheels29 Aluminum
Frame MaterialCarbon
GroupsetShimano
ForkRockShox
ShockRockShox Super Deluxe
BrakesShimano Deore

Reviews

BikeRadar

Robin Weaver

The Giga 297’s balance, geometry and electrifying corner-carving speed are what really helps this machine stand out from the crowd

Pros
  1. Beautifully balanced geometry
  2. well-measured suspension
  3. terrifyingly fast through the turns
  4. solid parts package
Cons
  1. Fork isn’t as forgiving as some
  2. not the easiest going on the climbs

ENDURO Mountainbike Magazine

Peter Walker

The Nukeproof Giga 290C Factory rolls into the “Best enduro Bike of 2022” group test with a perfect spec and well thought-out details, such as the progressive flip chip and comprehensive frame protection. When the going gets tough, the Giga shines with...

Pros
  1. incredibly smooth on super-fast and rough terrain
  2. perfect spec for the intended use
  3. sophisticated details
Cons
  1. demanding on narrow trails
  2. rear suspension bobs on climbs
  3. narrow range of applications

MBR

Alan Muldoon

For when Mega just isn't enough, here's the Nukeproof Giga 290 – a 180mm travel 'super-enduro' bike. But is it 1,000 times better? We find out.

Pros
  1. All of the travel, none of the drawback.
Cons
  1. Michelin tyres are temperature sensitive.

Pinkbike

Mike Kazimer

What's bigger than a Mega? A Giga, obviously.

Loam Wolf

Sean Leicht

With stability and sensitivity that lets you drop the heels and tear up the gnarliest of descents, the Nukeproof Giga Carbon is a real animal.

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Specifications

Frame

Frame
Nukeproof Giga 290 Carbon, 170mm Travel, ultra-strong monocoque UD Carbon Fibre frame, adjustable main pivot, internally piped cable routing, ISCG 05 mounts, Enduro Bearings, Threaded 73mm BB, Boost 148mm rear axle spacing, 3D contoured Rubber frame protection and Factory fitted clear paint protection kit covering TT/DT/CS/SS
Frame Sizes
S, M, L, XL, XXL
Frame Colors
Bullet Grey

Suspension

Fork
RockShox, Domain, Motion Control RC damper, 180mm, 44mm Offset, BOOST, Debonair, Gloss Black
Rear Shock
RockShox Super Deluxe Select R, Custom LIN L tune, 205x60mm, Trunnion with Bearing End, 2 bottomless tokens fitted.

Cockpit

Stem
Nukeproof Neutron AM, 45mm, black
Handlebars
Nukeproof Neutron V2 25mm Rise, Width - M780mm, L800mm, XL800mm, XXL800mm
Tape/Grips
Nukeproof Sam Hill Signature
Saddle
Nukeproof

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore M6100, SGS 12-Speed, Shadow Plus
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore M6100 12 Speed
Cassette
Shimano Deore M6100 12-Speed (HYPERGLIDE+), 10-51T
Chain
Shimano Deore M6100 12-Speed
Crankset
Race Face Ride, 12 Speed Crank, 170mm, 30T, 52mm Chainline
Chainrings
Bottom Bracket
BSA, 73mm, threaded

Brakes

Front Brake
Shimano M6120 or SRAM DB8
Shift Levers

Wheels

Front Rim
Sun-Ringle Duroc SD37 Comp 29", 15x110mm
Rear Rim
Front Tyre
Sun-Ringle Duroc SD37 Comp 29", 15x110mm

Geometry Nukeproof Giga 290 Carbon Comp

SizeSMMDLGXLXXL
Seat Tube Length (mm)380410440460480
Seat Tube Angle77.7577.75787878
Head Tube Length (mm)100100110120130
Head Tube Angle63.563.563.563.563.5
Top Tube Length (mm)562.11587.11606.18628.09650
Chainstay Length (mm)442442442442442
Wheelbase (mm)12131238126312871311
Standover (mm)699.58707.09726.88731.48747.59
Stack (mm)619.26619.26628.25637.24646.23
Reach (mm)427452472492512
BB Offset (mm)2525252525
Trail (mm)136.17136.17136.17136.17136.17
Fork Rake Offset (mm)4242424242

Customer questions & answers

FAQ Nukeproof Giga 290 Carbon Comp

How heavy is the Bike?

The Giga 290 Carbon Comp weights 16,30 kg. Thats roughly 35,9 pounds

What material is the frame of the Nukeproof Giga 290 Carbon Comp?

The Nukeproof Giga 290 Carbon Comp ist crafted with Carbon

What is the recommended price given by the manufacturer Nukeproof?

The SRP Price is our information at 3699 GBP

Where das the Brand Nukeproof is originated?

Nukeproof is a Company from Great Britain