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Mega 290 Factory
A 29″ aluminum frame full suspension enduro bike with high-end components.
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Manufacturer Price
$4,300| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 150 / 160mm |
| Fork | Fox Factory Float 36 |
| Shock | Fox Float X2 Factory |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | XT |
| Brakes | Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
5'2" – 5'8"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'7"
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Summary
The Nukeproof Mega series is celebrated for its modern geometry, balanced handling, and solid suspension performance, making it a strong contender in the enduro category. While it excels in descending and offers a unique ride experience, some reviews note limitations in high-speed stability and climbing efficiency. The bike's value and component spec are frequently praised, though some riders may find the alloy frame's flex and the suspension's behavior under power less than ideal.
Modern geometry and balanced handling
Solid suspension performance
Good value and component spec
Unique ride experience
Excels in descending
Limited high-speed stability
Alloy frame flex
Suspension behavior under power
Climbing efficiency
Component limitations for some riders
The Nukeproof Mega 290 Pro doesn’t swallow high-speed hits as well as bigger big-wheeled bikes, but it encourages you to get off the ground and avoid them altogether.
BIKE MagazineThe Mega 290 is extremely fast and super fun at the same time – it’s a mystery to us why Sam doesn’t ride it in the EWS.
Enduro Mountainbike MagazineThe Mega is ready to rally right out of the box, with a well-sorted parts spec and up-to-date geometry.Pinkbike
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Oct 2018 · Paul Andrews
Nukeproof announced a refresh of its signature Nukeproof Mega 275 bike series and added to its growing list of components with a unique foam tire insert and lightweight steel shock spring. - Mtbr.com
Sep 2018
This is a weird bike, and not because its name once belonged to a Midwest mid-nineties carbon and titanium component manufacturer. It’s weird because it combines forgiving geometry with unforgiving suspension… and it actually kinda works.
Aug 2018 · Seb Stott
This meant, at 6ft 3in, I found the stock ride position too low and stretched out, making it hard to get my weight back on steep descents.
Jul 2018 · Christoph Bayer
The Nukeproof Mega comes with either 27.5″ or 29″ wheels. So far, Sam Hill has been relying exclusively on the smaller wheels. After reviewing the Mega 290 Factory, we have to ask ourselves: why? For an overview of the test fleet head to the group test: Love at first sight – 8 enduro bikes under […]
May 2018 · Mike Kazimer
Nukeproof added a carbon front triangle with minor geometry updates to the latest Mega chassis, does that translate into an EWS-capable ride for the average pilot?
Fast and stable, but also able to handle slower speeds.
Excellent suspension performance.
DoubleDown tires as standard equipment.
You still won't be able to ride like Sam Hill.
No water bottle mounts inside front triangle.
Lighter riders may need different rebound tune
Jan 2018 · Ieuan Williams
29" Irish flying machine
Dec 2017 · Alan Muldoon
There’s a tightness to the Nukeproof Mega 275 Factory that makes it easy to pick a line and stick to it. Confident hitting tracks flat out from the get go.
Great geometry and handling, Comprehensive size range. Race-ready specification with Double Down casing Maxxis tyres. Fox Factory suspension brings next level performance at a seriously competitive price point.
Fox Float X2 shock requires patience when setting it up to bet the maximum performance gains. Slimline padding on the Nukeproof saddle leaves nowhere to hide on longer rides. Shimano's gear range isn't as comprehensive as the SRAM RS build.
Nov 2017 · Rob Mitchell
Mega by name, Mega by nature. Another idiotproof enduro offering from Nukeproof, and Rob gives us his verdict.
| Frame | Aluminum BB Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded |
|---|---|
| Fork | FOX 36 Float Factory, FIT, Kashima Travel: 160mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | FOX Float X2 Factory Kashima, 2-position lever, custom tuned, 210mm x 55mm Travel: 150mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Threaded |
| Headset | Nukeproof Warhead, 44-56 IITS |
| Stem | Nukeproof Neutron AM, 50mm length, black |
| Handlebar | Nukeproof Horizon AL, 800mm width, 25mm rise |
| Saddle | Nukeproof Vector AM, orange |
| Seatpost | RockShox Reverb Stealth (SM/MD: 125mm travel, 390mm length, LG/XL: 170mm travel, 480mm length) Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | N/A |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT M8000, 11-speed, Shadow Plus |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | N/A |
| Crank | Shimano XT M8000, 170mm length, B148, 53mm CL |
| Shifters | Shimano XT M8000, 11-speed |
| Cassette | Shimano XT M8000, 11-speed |
| Chain | Shimano XT M8000, 11-speed |
| Chain Guide | MRP 1x CS, 28-34 tooth, black |
| Brakes | Shimano XT M8000, resin pads with fins, RT86 rotors, 203mm front, 180mm rear Type: Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano XT M8000 |
| Rims | DT Swiss E1700, 30mm |
|---|---|
| Front Hub | DT Swiss Spline, 15x110mm front, 12x148mm rear |
| Rear Hub | DT Swiss Spline, 15x110mm front, 12x148mm rear |
| Tires | Maxxis High Roller II, 3C Maxx Terra, TR/DD, 29" x 2.3" |
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