Nukeproof Reactor 290 Alloy Pro

Nukeproof Reactor 290 Alloy Pro

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The Nukeproof Reactor 290 Alloy Pro is a high-end mountain bike with a custom triple butted hydro-formed tube set for the front triangle and chain stays, UD woven carbon fibre seat stays, and internal cable routing. It features a RockShox Lyrik Select+ Charger 2.1 RC 150mm fork, a RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ RT shock, and Nukeproof Horizon V2 handlebars. With SRAM Guide RE brakes and a SRAM GX Eagle 12-speed shifter and rear derailleur, this bike also boasts Nukeproof Neutron V2 wheels and Maxxis Assegai and Dissector 29" tires. With 150mm front travel and 130mm rear travel, this bike is highly sought after and boasts a high resale value.

Highlights

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

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Description

SRP3699 £
CategoryFully
Travel Front150 mm
Travel Rear130 mm
Weight14.7 kg
Wheels29 Aluminum
Frame MaterialCarbon
GroupsetSram GX EAGLE
ForkRockShox Lyrik
ShockRockShox Super Deluxe
BrakesSram

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
Rosso Red

Suspension

Fork
RockShox Lyrik Select + Charger 2.1 RC 150mm, 42mm Offset, BOOST, Debonair, Gloss Black
Rear Shock
RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ RT, Custom Compression LIN, Rebound L 320 tune, 210x50mm, Bearing End, 1x bottomless token fitted.

Cockpit

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

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle 12-Speed
Shift Levers
SRAM GX Eagle 12-Speed
Cassette
SRAM GX Eagle 12-Speed, CS XG1275 EAGLE 10-52T
Chain
SRAM GX Eagle 12-Speed
Crankset
: SRAM GX Eagle 12-Speed, 170mm, 30T, B148, DUB
Chainrings
Bottom Bracket
BSA, 73mm, threaded

Brakes

Front Brake
SRAM Guide RE
Shift Levers

Wheels

Front Rim
Nukeproof Neutron V2 29", Tubeless Ready, 32h, 110x15mm
Rear Rim
Front Tyre
Nukeproof Neutron V2 29", Tubeless Ready, 32h, 110x15mm

Geometry Nukeproof Reactor 290 Alloy Pro

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 Pro

How heavy is the Bike?

The Reactor 290 Alloy Pro weights 14,70 kg. Thats roughly 32,4 pounds

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

The Nukeproof Reactor 290 Alloy Pro 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