2020 Nukeproof
Reactor 290c Factory
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension trail bike with high-end components.
| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 140 / 140mm |
| Fork | Fox Factory Float 36 |
| Shock | Fox Float DPX2 Factory |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | XT |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
For This Bike
5'4" – 5'10"
5'8" – 6'3"
6'0" – 6'6"
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Jun 2021 · By
Gravity fans watch out! Downhill, the Nukeproof Reactor 290C Factory leaves most of its competitors behind in a cloud of dust. The spec leaves no room for complaint either – we’re big fans of Nukeproof's approach of putting trail performance ahead of weight. But is this enough for the Reactor 290C Factory to secure our coveted Best in Test?
Well thought-out spec suits the intended purpose
Intuitive, balanced handling
Good suspension
Comfortable pedalling position for long rides
Climbing efficiency
Dec 2020
Recently re-launched and now a full time member of the Nukeproof Reactor family, the Reactor 290 ST is a shorter travel version of the full suspension trail bike. With a lithe and resposive feel and top spec components, this bike – so long as you're happy to lock out the shock for climbing – makes a mean mile muncher. Merida One-Forty 600 review Vitus Mythique 29 VRS review The best ways to find new mountain bike trails As a 125mm full suspension trail bike, the Reactor 290 ST was designed for legendary downhill and enduro racer Sam Hill to ride in the off-season.
Apr 2020
Nukeproof drop the Reactor ST; a limited edition lightweight short-travel version of the all-mountain Reactor with build spec worthy of an XC race bike.
Apr 2020 · Alan Muldoon
If you crave ultimate performance, and personal service from a local shop, the Nukeproof Reactor 290c Elite is the bike to get
Mar 2020 · McCoy
Shredding trails since 1996
Mar 2020 · Iceman2058
Nukeproof's take on the short/mid-travel trail bike turns out to be very capable - and tons of fun to ride.
Jan 2020
The Reactor feels like a bike with classic, old school all-mountain intentions, constructed with the colloquialisms of the contemporary mountain bike.
Nov 2019 · Mike Kazimer
Nukeproof's newest trail bike is built to handle just about any type of terrain.
Solid, ready for anything feel
Well equipped for the price and its intentions
Doesn't feel much different than an enduro bike
Seat tube angle could be steeper
Cable routing isn't fully refined
Doesn't feel much different than an enduro bike
| Frame | Nukeproof Reactor 290 Carbon, 140mm Travel, UD woven Carbon Fibre front triangle/chain stays/seat stays, internal cable routing, custom tuned rear shock, Enduro bearings, threaded bottom bracket, boost 148mm rear axle spacing, 3D contoured frame protection BB Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded Tire Clearance: 2.6" |
|---|---|
| Fork | Fox 36 Float, Factory Series, Kashima, Grip 2 Damper, 140mm, 51mm Offset, BOOST, Black Travel: 140mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Fox Float DPX2, Factory Series, Kashima, 3 Position, EVOL, Custom CL, LRL tune, 210x50mm, Bearing End (0.2 Spacer fitted.) Travel: 140mm Spring Type: Air |
| Bottom Bracket | Threaded 73mm BSA |
| Headset | ZS44-28.6 – T2 / ZS56/40 – B8 |
| Stem | Nukeproof Horizon, 50mm, Black |
| Handlebar | Nukeproof Horizon 25mm Rise, Width - S780mm, M780mm, L800mm, XL800mm) |
| Saddle | Nukeproof Horizon SL, Orange |
| Seatpost | 31.6mm (Internal Routing for Dropper Seatpost) Type: Dropper |
| Grips | Nukeproof Sam Hill Signature |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT M8100, SGS 12-Speed, Shadow Plus |
|---|---|
| Crank | Shimano XT M8100 12-Speed, Hollowtech 2, 170mm, 30T, 52mm Chainline |
| Shifters | Shimano XT M8100-R, 12-speed Rapidfire Plus, I-Spec EV |
| Cassette | Shimano XT M8100-12, 12-Speed (HYPERGLIDE+), 10-51T |
| Chain Guide | ISCG05 |
| Brakes | Shimano XT M8120, 4 Pot Brake, Metallic Pads Type: Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Front: DT Swiss M1700 SPLINE 30,29", Centrelock, 110x15mm, Rear: DT Swiss M1700 SPLINE 30, 29", Centrelock, Shimano Microspline Driver, 148x12mm |
|---|---|
| Rear Hub | Boost 148x12mm |
| Tires | Front: Maxxis Assegai 29”x2.5 WT 3C MaxxTerra/EXO+/TR, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II 29”x2.4 WT 3C MaxxTerra/EXO+/TR |
| Disc Rotors | Shimano MT800, 203mm (Front), 180mm (Rear) |
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