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Mega 290 Carbon Elite
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension enduro bike with high-end components.
Manufacturer Price
$5,899| Weight | 34.5 lbs |
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| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Full, 160 / 170mm |
| Fork | Fox Performance Elite Float 38 |
| Shock | Fox Float X2 Performance |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 Electronic |
| Groupset | Eagle AXS, GX Eagle Transmission |
| Brakes | SRAM DB8 Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
Summary
The Nukeproof Mega is a highly capable enduro bike, praised for its aggressive yet efficient design, excellent suspension performance, and versatility across various terrains. It offers a balanced ride, with a geometry that supports both climbing and descending prowess. The bike's suspension is noted for its predictability and ability to handle both big and small hits with ease, making it a favorite among aggressive riders.
Aggressive yet efficient design
Excellent suspension performance
Versatile across various terrains
Balanced ride quality
Predictable handling
Can be hard to get in some countries
Dropper length could be increased for each size
Rear suspension may benefit from a lighter damping tune
Nukeproof has a reputation for serving aggressive riders, so they tend to make deliberate choices about ride quality.
BetaThe Nukeproof Mega 297 Carbon Elite is a great bit of kit that takes just about everything in its stride, all the while ensuring fun is front and centre.
BikeRadarThis bike is so damn fast that trees and rocks will fly past with so much more speed than you’re used to.
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Jan 2024 · Robert Johnston
The Nukeproof Mega V4 290 Carbon Elite is a solid all round enduro bike that’s highly capable of hitting the top step of a race podium.
Sep 2021 · Matt Beer
Mixed wheel fans can now add the Giga and the Mega to the list of options.
Mar 2021 · Travis Engel
The Nukeproof Mega 290 Carbon serves up a lot of mini-dh-bike performance, but with none of the too-deep, too-vague suspension.
Burly frame feel
Highly precise for a long-travel 29er
Excellent, well thought out climbing geometry
Works well at high and low speeds
Decent value
Can be hard to get in some countries
Jan 2021 · Peter Walker
What’s the step up from Mega? Giga of course! Nukeproof present their newly developed 2021 Nukeproof Giga, slotting in as the big brother of the Mega, offering more travel and a more extreme geometry. Will this be Sam Hill’s weapon of choice? We already had the chance to put the flagship 2021 Nukeproof Giga 290 […]
Plush and confidence-inspiring suspension
Beautiful looking and covered with protective tape from the factory
Progression of the rear suspension is easily adjustable
Cool features on the frame
Cable ports and cable routing at the cockpit
Bolts at the pivot points came loose (we recommend some LOCTITE)
Dec 2020
The 2021 Nukeproof Mega 290 Alloy is a hard hitting all-mountain 29er ready to tame your local tech. It's not light but pedals supremely well, while the progressive geometry makes it a great all-rounder as well as an enduro shredder. Five things that weren't cool - until enduro happened Nine cheapskate alternatives to proper cycling products Five ways to survive winter riding if you hate mud The Mega 290 Alloy Comp is the base model of the two aluminum bikes in the lineup, and comes in at a penny under £2,700.
Oct 2020 · Alan Muldoon
Nukeproof updates its sucessful Mega race bike - revised geometry and extra sizes all with space for a bottle, but is the new Nukeproof Mega 290 better?
Great geometry, fit, standover and size options, with all riders benefitting from longer dropper posts. Pedals like stink, even with the draggy Michelin tyres. Killer value for a shop-bought enduro bike.
Rear suspension would benefit from a lighter damping tune on the Fox Float X2 shock. Brake pad rattle will drive you nuts.
Oct 2020 · Ross Demain
It's next step in the evolution of the Nukeproof Mega with the launch of the Mega V4. We got our hands on one and put it through its paces.
Oct 2020 · BHowell
Reviews, ratings, specifications, weight, price and more for the 2021 Nukeproof Mega 290 RS Bike
| Frame | Nukeproof Mega V4 290 Carbon, 160mm Travel, ultra-strong monocoque UD Carbon Fibre frame, 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 BB Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded Hanger Standard: UDH Color: Cosmic Black |
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| Fork | Fox 38 Float, Performance Elite Series, Grip 2 Damper, 170mm, 44mm Offset, BOOST, Black Travel: 170mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Fox Float X2, Performance Series, EVOL, 2 Position lever, Custom 0.3 Spacer x2, CL, RM, Rezi CM, 230x62.5mm, Bearing End Travel: 160mm |
| Bottom Bracket | BSA, 73mm, threaded |
| Headset | Nukeproof, 44-56 IITS |
| Stem | Nukeproof Horizon, 45mm, Black |
| Handlebar | Nukeproof Horizon V2 25mm Rise, Width - M780mm, L800mm, XL800mm, XXL800mm |
| Saddle | Nukeproof |
| Seatpost | Brand X Ascend internal with Brand-X Remote lever, M:150mm drop; L:170mm drop; XL/XXL:200mm drop Type: Dropper |
| Grips | Nukeproof Sam Hill Signature |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM GX AXS T-Type, 12-Speed Eagle |
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| Crank | SRAM GX Eagle, 12-Speed, DUB, 170mm, 30T, T-Type, 55mm CL |
| Shifters | SRAM AXS POD Ultimate, Eagle, T-Type, 12-Speed, Black |
| Cassette | SRAM GX CS-1275 T-Type, 12-Speed, 10-52T |
| Chain | SRAM GX T-Type, 12-Speed, Flattop, PowerLock |
| Chain Guide | Nukeproof Guide with Bash, 28-36T, ISCG-05, 55mm CL, Black |
| Brakes | SRAM DB8, 4- Pot Brake Type: SRAM DB8 Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Front: Nukeproof Horizon V2, 29", 6 Bolt, 110x15mm, Rear: Nukeproof Horizon V2, 29", 6 Bolt, XD Driver, 148x12mm |
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| Tires | Front: Maxxis Assegai 29" x 2.5 WT, 3C MaxxGrip DD TR, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II 29” x 2.4 WT, 3C MaxxTerra DD TR |
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