Nukeproof Giga 290 Carbon Elite

Nukeproof Giga 290 Carbon Elite

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Sumarize

The Nukeproof Giga 290 Carbon Elite is a high-end mountain bike with top-of-the-line components. Its frame is made of ultra-strong monocoque UD Carbon Fibre and has adjustable main pivot, ISCG 05 mounts, and internally piped cable routing. The bike has a Fox 38 Float Performance Elite Series fork and a Fox Float X2 Performance Series shock. Shimano SLX M7120 4 Pot Brakes and Shimano SLX M7100 rear derailleur complete the slick specifications. The bike has a front travel of 180mm and a rear travel of 60mm, and it is known to have high resale value.

Highlights

  • Premium Carbon Frame
  • EWS (Enduro World Series) tested!
  • Good uphill capabilities
  • Good Groupset components
  • Top brakes
  • Best suspension components

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Description

SRP4599 £
CategoryEnduro
Travel Front180 mm
Travel Rear60 mm
Weight15.9 kg
Wheels29 Aluminum
Frame MaterialCarbon
GroupsetShimano SLX
ForkFox 38
ShockFox Float X2
BrakesShimano SLX

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
Factory Yellow

Suspension

Fork
Fox 38 Float, Performance Elite Series, Grip 2 Damper, 180mm, 44mm Offset, BOOST, Black
Rear Shock
Fox Float X2, Performance Series, EVOL, 2 Position lever, Custom LCM, LRM tune, 205x60mm, Trunnion with Bearing End

Cockpit

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

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur
Shimano SLX M7100, SGS 12-Speed, Shadow Plus
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX M7100-IR, 12-speed Rapidfire Plus, I-Spec EV
Cassette
Shimano SLX M7100-12, 12-Speed (HYPERGLIDE+), 10-51T
Chain
Shimano SLX M7100 HG 12-speed Inc Quicklink
Crankset
Shimano SLX M7100 12-Speed, Hollowtech 2, 170mm, 30T, 52mm Chainline
Chainrings
Bottom Bracket
BSA, 73mm, threaded

Brakes

Front Brake
Shimano SLX M7120, 4 Pot Brake, Metallic Pads
Shift Levers

Wheels

Front Rim
Nukeproof Horizon V2, 29", 6 Bolt, 110x15mm
Rear Rim
Front Tyre
Nukeproof Horizon V2, 29", 6 Bolt, 110x15mm

Geometry Nukeproof Giga 290 Carbon Elite

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 Elite

How heavy is the Bike?

The Giga 290 Carbon Elite weights 15,90 kg. Thats roughly 35,1 pounds

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

The Nukeproof Giga 290 Carbon Elite ist crafted with Carbon

What is the recommended price given by the manufacturer Nukeproof?

The SRP Price is our information at 4599 GBP

Where das the Brand Nukeproof is originated?

Nukeproof is a Company from Great Britain