2023 Nukeproof
Reactor 290 Carbon Elite
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension trail bike with upper mid-range components.
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Manufacturer Price
$5,499| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 130 / 140mm |
| Fork | Fox Performance Elite Float 36 |
| Shock | Fox Float X Performance Elite |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | SLX |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
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Nov 2021 · 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
Superb balance, insanely fast singletrack shredder
A little lightweight for burlier riders
Jul 2021 · Robin Weaver
The Reactor ST isn't as fast as some uphill, but it’s a proper demon when pointed back down
Surefooted downhill demon
Great spec at a reasonable price
Good geometry and ride position
Easy going but not as efficient as some uphill
Only slightly lighter than the top-spec Reactor which has more travel and a burlier build
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.
Oct 2020 · Nukeproof
Designed as the ultimate hard-charging hooligan of a trail bike and conceived for those riders that are looking for ultimate speed and style out on the trails, the RS is slightly over-forked, featuring +10mm of travel up front over the rest of the range to excel when on the most technical and mini enduros and downhill trails. .
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.
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.
| Frame | Nukeproof Reactor 290 Carbon, 130mm Travel, UD woven Carbon Fibre frame, internal cable routing, ISCG 05 mounts, Enduro bearings, Threaded 73mm BB, Boost 148mm rear axle spacing, 3D contoured rubber frame protection BB Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded Color: Cosmic Black |
|---|---|
| Fork | Fox 36 Float, Performance Elite Series, Grip 2 Damper, 150mm, 44mm Offset, BOOST, Black Travel: 140mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Fox Float X, Performance Elite Series, 2 Position, LV EVOL, Custom 0.2 Spacer, CM+, RM, Rezi LM tune, 210x50mm, Bearing End Travel: 130mm |
| Bottom Bracket | BSA, 73mm, threaded |
| Headset | Nukeproof, 44-56 IITS |
| Stem | Nukeproof Horizon, 45mm, Black |
| Handlebar | Nukeproof Horizon V2 25mm Rise, 31.8mm, Width - M780mm, L800mm, XL800mm |
| Saddle | Nukeproof |
| Seatpost | Brand-X Ascend internal with Brand-X Remote lever, M:150mm drop; L:170mm drop; XL:200mm drop Type: Dropper |
| Grips | Nukeproof Sam Hill Signature |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano SLX M7100, SGS 12-Speed, Shadow Plus |
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| Crank | Shimano SLX M7100, 12-Speed, Hollowtech 2, 170mm, 30T, 52mm Chainline |
| Shifters | Shimano SLX M7100-IR, 12-speed Rapidfire Plus, I-Spec EV |
| Cassette | DTS MGX12, 12-Speed, 11-50T |
| Chain | KMC X12, 12-speed |
| Chain Guide | N/A |
| Brakes | SRAM DB8, 4-Pot Type: Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Front: Nukeproof Horizon V2, 29", 6 Bolt, 110x15mm, Rear: Nukeproof Horizon V2, 29", 6 Bolt, HG Freehub, 148x12mm |
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| Tires | Front: Maxxis Assegai, 29”x2.5 WT 3C MaxxTerra/EXO+/TR, Rear: Maxxis Dissector, 29”x2.4 WT 3C MaxxTerra/EXO+/TR |
Last updated July 6