Nukeproof Reactor 290 Alloy Comp

Nukeproof Reactor 290 Alloy Comp

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The Nukeproof Reactor 290 Alloy Comp is a high-end mountain bike with a custom triple butted hydro-formed tube set for the front triangle and chain stays. It features a Marzocchi Bomber Z2 fork with 150mm travel, RockShox Super Deluxe Select R shock, and Shimano Deore M6100 rear derailleur. The bike also includes Sun-Ringle Duroc 35 Comp 29" wheels, Maxxis Assegai 29"x2.5 WT 3C MaxxTerra/EXO+/TR front tire, and Maxxis Dissector 29"x2.4 WT 3C MaxxTerra/EXO+/TR rear tire. The bike is equipped with other advanced components such as a boost 148mm rear axle spacing, internal cable routing, and 3D contoured rubber frame protection.

Highlights

  • Premium Carbon Frame
  • Top suspension components
  • Top reviews from the bike magazines
  • High resale value
  • Powerful downhill capabilities
  • gb_engineering

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Description

SRP2999 £
CategoryFully
Travel Front150 mm
Travel Rear130 mm
Weight15.0 kg
Wheels29 Aluminum
Frame MaterialCarbon
GroupsetShimano
ForkMarzocchi Bobmer Z2
ShockRockShox Super Deluxe
BrakesShimano Deore

Reviews

BikeRadar

Tom Marvin

Riders looking to aim their front wheel down the steepest, roughest tracks will find the Reactor fits the bill

Pros
  1. Smooth suspension paves the way for high-speed fun
  2. decent kit
  3. stout front end
Cons
  1. Bit of a drag on the hills
  2. takes effort to generate speed on flatter terrain

MBR

Paul Burwell

If you’re a rider that’s focused on shredding singletrack rather than bike parks, the Nukeproof Reactor Pro 290 Alloy is a superb mid-travel trail bike

Pros
  1. Superb balance, insanely fast singletrack shredder
Cons
  1. A little lightweight for burlier riders

ENDURO Mountainbike Magazine

The Nukeproof Reactor 290C Factory proves that the amount of travel alone says very little about the downhill capabilities of a bike: despite having just 130 mm rear travel, we would happily take the Nukeproof to some enduro races! Downhill, the Reactor is...

Pros
  1. well thought-out spec suits the intended purpose
  2. intuitive, balanced handling
  3. good suspension
  4. comfortable pedalling position for long rides
Cons
  1. climbing efficiency

Pinkbike

Nukeproof

The Reactor range gets a spec overhaul.

Bikerumor

Jessie-May Morgan

The Nukeproof Reactor ST is exactly that; a short travel version of the all-mountain Reactor, launched last summer. It is a limited edition build available only as a 29er. The ST boasts a lightweight XC build spec with 125mm of rear wheel travel and a 130mm...

Vital MTB

iceman2058

Trail Bike Hooligan: Nukeproof Reactor 275 RS Nukeproof's take on the short/mid-travel trail bike turns out to be very capable - and tons of fun to ride.

Pros
  1. Fun factor!
  2. Confidence-inspiring geometry
  3. Rear suspension is perfectly balanced small/big hits
  4. Lyrik Ultimate – plush and well controlled
  5. Versatile build options
  6. Flip Chip adjustability
Cons
  1. Average rear hub engagement
  2. Rims cause snakebites and had tubeless issues in test
  3. Can be a bit tricky finding the balance between front and rear suspension
  4. Could have a steeper seat tube angle
  5. Not the very best pedaling efficiency
  6. Finish is perfectible

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Specifications

Frame

Frame
Nukeproof Reactor 290 Alloy, 130mm Travel, custom triple butted hydro-formed tube set for front triangle and chain stays, UD woven carbon fibre Seat stays, internal cable routing, internal cable routing, ISCG 05 mount, Enduro bearings, threaded 73mm BB, Boost 148mm rear axle spacing, 3D contoured rubber frame protection
Frame Sizes
S, M, L, XL, XXL
Frame Colors
Bullet Grey

Suspension

Fork
Marzocchi Bomber Z2, 150mm, 44mm Offset, BOOST, RAIL Damper, Gloss Black
Rear Shock
RockShox Super Deluxe Select R, Custom Compression LIN, Rebound L 320 tune, 210x50mm, Bearing End, 1x bottomless token fitted.

Cockpit

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

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore M6100, SGS 12-Speed, Shadow Plus
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore M6100-IR, 12-speed Rapidfire Plus, I-Spec EV
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 35 Comp 29", 15x110mm
Rear Rim
Front Tyre
Sun-Ringle Duroc 35 Comp 29", 15x110mm

Geometry Nukeproof Reactor 290 Alloy Comp

SizeReactor 290 140mm Fork (Alloy)Reactor 290 150mm Fork (Alloy)
Seat Tube Length (mm)508508
Seat Tube Angle75.575.1
Head Tube Length (mm)115115
Head Tube Angle6665.5
Top Tube Length (mm)678679.3
Chainstay Length (mm)443443
Wheelbase (mm)12741278
Standover (mm)772775
Stack (mm)628631.7
Reach (mm)517512.5
BB Offset (mm)-33-30
Trail (mm)142144
Fork Rake Offset (mm)4444

Customer questions & answers

FAQ Nukeproof Reactor 290 Alloy Comp

How heavy is the Bike?

The Reactor 290 Alloy Comp weights 15,00 kg. Thats roughly 33,1 pounds

What material is the frame of the Nukeproof Reactor 290 Alloy Comp?

The Nukeproof Reactor 290 Alloy Comp ist crafted with Carbon

What is the recommended price given by the manufacturer Nukeproof?

The SRP Price is our information at 2999 GBP

Where das the Brand Nukeproof is originated?

Nukeproof is a Company from Great Britain