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Mega 290 Pro
A 29″ aluminum frame full suspension enduro bike with high-end components.
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3800 US$(3268 €)| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 150 / 160mm |
| Fork | RockShox Lyrik |
| Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | Truvativ Descendant, GX |
| Brakes | SRAM Guide RE Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
158cm – 171cm
168cm – 180cm
178cm – 189cm
186cm – 199cm
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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
sept 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.
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
ene 2018 · Ieuan Williams
29" Irish flying machine
nov 2017 · Rob Mitchell
Mega by name, Mega by nature. Another idiotproof enduro offering from Nukeproof, and Rob gives us his verdict.
may 2017
The Loam Wolf puts Nukeproof's Mega 290 to the test. One of the top bikes for the dollar with such a solid build and suspension set-up.
abr 2017 · Rob Weaver
The Mega 290 sits quite deep into its rear travel, but it still takes a solid thump or massive landing to blow the travel O-ring off the shock shaft.
abr 2016 · Trev Worsey
The Nukeproof Mega 290 Pro is a 150 mm 29er that's built for charging. We've put the big hitting bike through its paces to see if it delivers on its promise
| Frame | Aluminum BB Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Lyrik RCT3, Solo Air, Diffusion Black Travel: 160mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe RC3 MLS1, 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, lime |
| Seatpost | RockShox Reverb Stealth (SM/MD: 125mm travel, 390mm length, LG/XL: 170mm travel, 480mm length) Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | N/A |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM GX-1 Eagle, 12-speed |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | N/A |
| Crank | SRAM Descendant 7K Eagle, B148, 170mm length |
| Shifters | SRAM GX-1 Eagle, 12-speed |
| Cassette | SRAM GX-1 Eagle, 12-speed |
| Chain | SRAM GX-1 Eagle, 12-speed |
| Chain Guide | MRP 1x CS, 28-34 tooth, black |
| Brakes | SRAM Guide RE, gloss black, Centerline rotors, 200mm front, 180mm rear Type: SRAM Guide RE Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | SRAM Guide RE |
| Rims | Mavic XA Elite |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Mavic XA Elite |
| Front Hub | Mavic XA Elite, 15x110mm front, 12x148mm rear, green, XD driver |
| Rear Hub | Mavic XA Elite, 15x110mm front, 12x148mm rear, green, XD driver |
| Tires | Maxxis High Roller II, 3C Maxx Terra, TR/DD, 29" x 2.3" |
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Last updated 14 de abril
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