2020 Nukeproof Reactor: Everything you need to know
I am a big Nukeproof fan, and my current bike of choice is the excellent Mega. But in this post, I am going to give you a rundown of the new 2020 Nukeproof Reactor.
The Reactor fills the gap between the Scout hardtail and the Mega enduro bike. This makes it Nukeproof’s new trail bike and is 100% new, rather than the old TR badged Mega. It is a mid-travel trail bike and comes with 27.5″ and 29″ wheeled options.
The 2020 Nukeproof Reactor will be available from mid-October and will have four carbon options to choose from. You can also just buy the frames if you want to build your perfect bike to your specification. Prices start at £2,7499 and go up to £5,399.99 for the fancy RS version.
The Reactor is the product of listening to the requirements stated by Nukeproof’s in house team and the Chainreaction-Mavic race team. Therefore, it has had plenty of rider input during the design and testing phases.
What is it and who is it for?
The 2020 Nukeproof Reactor is an aggressive trail bike. It is primarily designed for riding at trail centres, but without limiting you to this type of riding. Therefore, you can take your new Reactor on steep technical trails too, where it will also excel.
The choice between 27.5″ and 29″ wheels makes this bike appealing to more riders. This is because the wheel choice is down to your personal preference and riding style. If you prefer your bike with great manoeuvrability and a playful feeling, the 27.5″ wheels are the best choice. If raw speed is your thing, go for the 29er as long as you fit it properly.
Frame Details
With the Nukeproof Reactor, you get a choice of alloy or carbon frame materials. This is the first time Nukeproof’s carbon frames have been 100% carbon, as before their carbon frames came with an alloy rear triangle. However, they are offering an all-alloy version, for those that don’t feel it necessary to go with the full carbon version.
The downtube, chainstays and seat stays are protected with rubber covers to reduce damage from rocks pinging off your frame and chain slap.
The frame is kept nice and tidy with internal cable routing. This will also protect the cables in the event of a crash. Additionally, there is routing for a remote to lock out the shock.
The bottom bracket is a threaded affair, which means it is easier to maintain than the push-fit type. There is enough room on the downtube for a full-sized water bottle cage.
Suspension Details
The 4 bar Horst linkage suspension has been engineered to reduce the bobbing effect that you get while pedalling. This system also gives you a nice progressive feel, while soaking up the small bumps and giving you great mid-stroke support for aggressive riding. All this means that you will be able to climb efficiently and have serious fun on the way back down on a well-planted bike.
The travel on the 2020 Nukeproof Reactor is 150mm unless you go for the higher end RS, which gives you 160mm. The rear gives you 140mm of travel.
The suspension is straightforward to set up on this bike. All you need to do is download the RockShox Trailhead App and enter the serial number of your suspension. This will give you suggested settings as a base level you can play with to suit your own preference. The fork and shock are not too complicated, as you can only set the rebound on the shock and the low-speed compression on the fork. This stops you overthinking about your suspension set up.
Geometry
The figures for the 2020 Nukeproof geometry are bang up to date with modern bikes. It a reasonably slack bike with a roomy feel, thanks to its reach. This adds up to a fun and stable bike, especially on descents. The short chainstay length helps give the bike a nimble feeling, increasing the fun factor.
The geometry figures are of a bike that can be ridden everywhere. A comfortable bike to climb and a fun nimble bike to whip around the trails on the way down.
But this geometry is adjustable! You get two settings “trail” and “rail”. You can swap between each setting with a 6mm Allen key. The “Trail” setting lowers the bottom bracket by 6mm and is for those days when you are riding more technical trails with ruts where you need a bit more pedal clearance. The “Rail” setting is for those days when you are riding smoother terrain where pedal clearance is not such an issue.
Ride Characteristics
As I said before, the reach of this bike will give you a nice roomy feel to the cockpit. This will also make it nice and comfortable while you are on the pedals. Your hips are positioned right over the pedals too, this will mean pedalling is efficient, and the suspension linkage system adds to the efficiency with minimum bobbing up and down. Of course, climbing is made a lot easier with the 12-speed drivetrain too. Higher spec models come with the 12 speed SRAM Eagle drivetrain.
This is a very versatile bike, but with this being a trail bike, it will feel a lot more poppy than the Nukeproof Mega. The Mega is designed to soak up the big bumps, while the Reactor is designed to give you a supple ride over smaller bumps. Therefore, this is mainly for riding through the woods and whizzing along singletrack. The Reactor is most at home on natural trails, but you will also have lots of fun in the bike parks.
Handling
When it comes to descending the 2020 Nukeproof Reactor is designed to give you confidence, thanks to its stability. There is lots of support from the suspension, which will encourage you to get airborne.
In comparison to the Mega, the Reactor will be more engaging on smoother terrain. This will make your ride more fun as the Mega is a bit overkill for trail riding. But, don’t be mistaken, the Reactor is still a very capable bike when it comes to technical terrain. The shorter travel will give it a playful feeling while still being composed.
With the bike in the “Rail” setting, it instils more confidence, as the lower and slacker geometry will allow you to push it more. It will also give you more stability on technical descents.
Nukeproof bill the Reactor as an aggressive trail bike. If you are looking for a fun, fast and well-made trail bike. The 2020 Nukeproof Reactor should be at the top of your list.
2020 Nukeproof Reactor Models
2020 Nukeproof Reactor 290 Comp Alloy
Specifications
- Frame: Nukeproof Reactor 290 Alloy, 130mm Travel, custom triple butted hydro-formed tube set for front triangle and chain stays, UD woven carbon fibre Seat stays, internal cable routing, custom tuned rear shock, internal dropper seatpost cable routing, Enduro bearings, threaded bottom bracket, boost 148mm rear axle spacing, 3D contoured frame protection
- Fork: RockShox Revelation RC 140mm, 51mm Offset, BOOST, Debonair, Diffusion Black
- Shock: RockShox Super Deluxe Select R, Custom ML Tune, 210x50mm, Bearing End (Comes with 1x bottomless token fitted so you have them if needed.)
- Front Wheel: Sun-Ringle Duroc 35 Comp 29″, 15x110mm
- Rear Wheel: Sun-Ringle Duroc 35 Comp 29″, Shimano Driver, 148x12mm
- Tyres: Front: Maxxis Assegai 29”x2.5 WT 3C MaxxTerra/EXO+/TR, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II 29”x2.4 WT 3C MaxxTerra/EXO+/TR
- Crankset: SRAM SX Eagle 12-Speed, 170mm, 30T, B148, Powerspline
- Shifter: SRAM SX Eagle 12-Speed
- Rear Derailleur: SRAM SX Eagle 12-Speed
- Chain: SRAM SX Eagle 12-Speed
- Cassette: SRAM SX Eagle 12-Speed, CS PG1210 EAGLE 11-50T
- Brakes: SRAM Guide T
- Front Rotor: SRAM Centreline, 200mm
- Rear Rotor: SRAM Centreline, 180mm
- Handlebars: Nukeproof Neutron 25mm Rise, Width – S780mm, M780mm, L800mm, XL800mm)
- Stem: Nukeproof Neutron AM, 45mm, black
- Saddle: Nukeproof Horizon SL, grey
- Seatpost: Brand X Ascend internal, 31.6mm, S:125mm drop; M/L:150mm drop; XL: 170mm Drop
- Headset: Nukeproof, 44-56 IITS
- Grips: Nukeproof Sam Hill Signature
2020 Nukeproof Reactor 275 Comp Alloy
Specifications
- Frame: Nukeproof Reactor 275 Alloy, 140mm Travel, custom triple butted hydro-formed tube set for front triangle and chain stays, UD woven carbon fibre Seat stays, internal cable routing, custom tuned rear shock, internal dropper seatpost cable routing, Enduro bearings, threaded bottom bracket, boost 148mm rear axle spacing, 3D contoured frame protection
- Fork: RockShox Revelation RC 150mm, 46mm Offset, BOOST, Debonair, Diffusion Black
- Shock: RockShox Super Deluxe Select R, Custom ML Tune, 210x55mm, Bearing End (Comes with 1x bottomless token fitted so you have one if needed.)
- Front Wheel: Sun-Ringle Duroc 35 Comp 27.5″, 15x110mm
- Rear Wheel: Sun-Ringle Duroc 35 Comp 27.5″, Shimano Driver, 148x12mm
- Tyres: Front: Maxxis Assegai 27.5”x2.5 WT 3C MaxxTerra/EXO+/TR; Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II 27.5”x2.4 WT 3C MaxxTerra/EXO+/TR
- Crankset: SRAM SX Eagle 12-Speed, 170mm, 32T, B148, Powerspline
- Shifter: SRAM SX Eagle 12-Speed
- Rear Derailleur: SRAM SX Eagle 12-Speed
- Chain: SRAM SX Eagle 12-Speed
- Cassette: SRAM SX Eagle 12-Speed, CS PG1210 EAGLE 11-50T
- Brakes: SRAM Guide T
- Front Rotor: SRAM Centreline, 200mm
- Rear Rotor: SRAM Centreline, 180mm
- Handlebars: Nukeproof Neutron 25mm Rise, Width – S780mm, M780mm, L800mm, XL800mm)
- Stem: Nukeproof Neutron AM, 45mm, black
- Saddle: Nukeproof Horizon SL, grey
- Seatpost: Brand X Ascend internal, 31.6mm, S:125mm drop; M/L:150mm drop; XL: 170mm Drop
- Headset: Nukeproof, 44-56 IITS
- Grips: Nukeproof Sam Hill Signature
2020 Nukeproof Reactor 275 Expert Alloy
Specifications
- Frame: Nukeproof Reactor 275 Alloy, 140mm Travel, custom triple butted hydro-formed tube set for front triangle and chain stays, UD woven carbon fibre Seat stays, internal cable routing, custom tuned rear shock, internal dropper seatpost cable routing, Enduro bearings, threaded bottom bracket, boost 148mm rear axle spacing, 3D contoured frame protection
- Fork: RockShox Pike Select Charger RC 150mm, 46mm Offset, BOOST, Debonair, Diffusion Black
- Shock: RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ RT, Custom ML 380 tune, 210x55mm, Bearing End (Comes with 1x bottomless token fitted so you have them if needed.)
- Front Wheel: WTB Speed Terra 27.5″, ST Light i30 TCS 2.0 Rim / 32h, 110x15mm
- Rear Wheel: WTB Speed Terra 27.5″, ST Light i30 TCS 2.0 Rim / 32h, Shimano Driver, 148x12mm
- Tyres: Front: Maxxis Assegai 27.5”x2.5 WT 3C MaxxTerra/EXO+/TR, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II 27.5”x2.4 WT 3C MaxxTerra/EXO+/TR
- Crankset: SRAM NX Eagle 12-Speed, 170mm, 32T, B148, DUB
- Shifter: SRAM NX Eagle 12-Speed
- Rear Derailleur: SRAM NX Eagle 12-Speed
- Chain: SRAM NX Eagle 12-Speed
- Cassette: SRAM NX Eagle 12-Speed, CS PG1230 EAGLE 11-50T
- Brakes: SRAM Guide RE
- Front Rotor: SRAM Centreline, 200mm
- Rear Rotor: SRAM Centreline, 180mm
- Handlebars: Nukeproof Horizon 25mm Rise, Width – S780mm, M780mm, L800mm, XL800mm)
- Stem: Nukeproof Neutron AM, 45mm, black
- Saddle: Nukeproof Horizon SL, grey
- Seatpost: Brand X Ascend internal, 31.6mm, S:125mm drop; M/L:150mm drop; XL: 170mm Drop
- Headset: Nukeproof, 44-56 IITS
- Grips: Nukeproof Sam Hill Signature
Nukeproof Reactor 290 Expert Alloy
Specifications
- Frame: Nukeproof Reactor 290 Alloy, 130mm Travel, custom triple butted hydro-formed tube set for front triangle and chain stays, UD woven carbon fibre Seat stays, internal cable routing, custom tuned rear shock, internal dropper seatpost cable routing, Enduro bearings, threaded bottom bracket, boost 148mm rear axle spacing, 3D contoured frame protection
- Fork: RockShox Pike Select Charger RC 140mm, 51mm Offset, BOOST, Debonair, Diffusion Black
- Shock: RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ RT, Custom ML 380 tune, 210x50mm, Bearing End (Comes with 1x bottomless token fitted so you have them if needed.)
- Front Wheel: WTB Speed Terra 29″, ST Light i30 TCS 2.0 Rim / 32h, 110x15mm
- Rear Wheel: WTB Speed Terra 29″, ST Light i30 TCS 2.0 Rim / 32h, Shimano Driver, 148x12mm
- Tyres: Front: Maxxis Assegai 29”x2.5 WT 3C MaxxTerra/EXO+/TR, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II 29”x2.4 WT 3C MaxxTerra/EXO+/TR
- Crankset: SRAM NX Eagle 12-Speed, 170mm, 30T, B148, DUB
- Shifter: SRAM NX Eagle 12-Speed
- Rear Derailleur: SRAM NX Eagle 12-Speed
- Chain: SRAM NX Eagle 12-Speed
- Cassette: SRAM NX Eagle 12-Speed, CS PG1230 EAGLE 11-50T
- Brakes: SRAM Guide RE
- Front Rotor: SRAM Centreline, 200mm
- Rear Rotor: SRAM Centreline, 180mm
- Handlebars: Nukeproof Horizon 25mm Rise, Width – S780mm, M780mm, L800mm, XL800mm)
- Stem: Nukeproof Neutron AM, 45mm, black
- Saddle: Nukeproof Horizon SL, grey
- Seatpost: Brand X Ascend internal, 31.6mm; S:125mm drop; M/L:150mm drop; XL: 170mm Drop
- Headset: Nukeproof, 44-56 IITS
- Grips: Nukeproof Sam Hill Signature
2020 Nukeproof 275 C Reactor Elite
Specifications
| Frame | Nukeproof Reactor 275 Carbon, 140mm Rear 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 |
| Fork | Fox 36 Float, Performance Series, Grip Damper, 150mm, 44mm Offset, BOOST, Black |
| Shock | Fox Float DPX2, Performance Series, 3 Position, EVOL, Custom CL, LRL tune, 210x55mm, Bearing End (0.2 Spacer fitted.) |
| Front Wheel | DT Swiss M1900 SPLINE 27.5″, Centrelock, 110x15mm |
| Rear Wheel | DT Swiss M1900 SPLINE 27.5″, Centrelock, Shimano Microspline Driver, 148x12mm |
| Tyres | Maxxis Assegai 27.5”x2.5 WT 3C MaxxTerra/EXO+/TR, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II 27.5”x2.4 WT 3C MaxxTerra/EXO+/TR |
| Crankset | Shimano SLX M7100 12-Speed, Hollowtech 2, 170mm, 32T, 52mm Chainline |
| Shifter | Shimano SLX M7100-IR, 12-speed Rapidfire Plus, I-Spec EV |
| Rear Deraileur | Shimano SLX M7100, SGS 12-Speed, Shadow Plus |
| Cassette | Shimano SLX M7100-12, 12-Speed (HYPERGLIDE+), 10-51T |
| Brakes | Shimano SLX M7120, 4 Pot Brake, Metallic Pads |
| Rotors | Shimano RT70, 203mm (Front), 180mm (Rear) |
| Handlebars | Nukeproof Horizon 25mm Rise, Width – S780mm, M780mm, L800mm, XL800mm) |
| Stem | Nukeproof Neutron AM, 45mm, black |
| Grips | Nukeproof Sam Hill Signature |
| Saddle | Nukeproof Horizon SL, Black |
| Seatpost | Brand X Ascend internal, 31.6mm, S:125mm drop; M/L:150mm drop; XL: 170mm Drop |
| Headset | Nukeproof, 44-56 IITS |
2020 Nukeproof 290 C Reactor Elite
Specifications
- Frame: Nukeproof Reactor 290 Carbon, 130mm 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.
- Fork: Fox 36 Float, Performance Series, Grip Damper, 140mm, 51mm Offset, BOOST, Black
- Shock: Fox Float DPX2, Performance Series, 3 Position, EVOL, Custom CL, LRL tune, 210x50mm, Bearing End (0.2 Spacer fitted.)
- Front Wheel: DT Swiss M1900 SPLINE 29″, Centrelock, 110x15mm
- Rear Wheel: DT Swiss M1900 SPLINE 29″, Centrelock, Shimano Microspline Driver, 148x12mm
- Tyres: Front: Maxxis Assegai 29”x2.5 WT 3C MaxxTerra/EXO+/TR, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II 29”x2.4 WT 3C MaxxTerra/EXO+/TR
- Crankset: Shimano SLX M7100 12-Speed, Hollowtech 2, 170mm, 30T, 52mm Chainline
- Shifter: Shimano SLX M7100-IR, 12-speed Rapidfire Plus, I-Spec EV
- Rear Derailleur: Shimano SLX M7100, SGS 12-Speed, Shadow Plus
- Chain: Shimano SLX M7100 HG 12-speed Inc Quicklink
- Cassette: Shimano SLX M7100-12, 12-Speed (HYPERGLIDE+), 10-51T
- Brakes: Shimano SLX M7120, 4 Pot Brake, Metallic Pads
- Front Rotor: Shimano RT70, 203mm
- Rear Rotor: Shimano RT70, 180mm
- Handlebars: Nukeproof Horizon 25mm Rise, Width – S780mm, M780mm, L800mm, XL800mm)
- Stem: Nukeproof Neutron AM, 45mm, black
- Saddle: Nukeproof Horizon SL, black
- Seatpost: Brand X Ascend internal, 31.6mm; S:125mm drop; M/L:150mm drop; XL: 170mm Drop
- Headset: Nukeproof, 44-56 IITS
- Grips: Nukeproof Sam Hill Signature
2020 Nukeproof Reactor 275 C Pro
Specifications
| Frame | Nukeproof Reactor 275 Carbon, 140mm Rear 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 |
| Fork | RockShox Pike Select + Charger 2 RC 150mm, 46mm Offset, BOOST, Debonair, Diffusion Black |
| Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ RT, Custom ML 380 tune, 210x55mm, Bearing End (Comes with 1x bottomless token fitted so you have them if needed.) |
| Front Wheel | DT Swiss M1700 SPLINE 30, 27.5″, 6 Bolt, 110x15mm |
| Rear Wheel | DT Swiss M1700 SPLINE 30, 27.5″, 6 Bolt, XD Driver, 148x12mm |
| Tyres | Maxxis Assegai 27.5”x2.5 WT 3C MaxxTerra/EXO+/TR, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II 27.5”x2.4 WT 3C MaxxTerra/EXO+/TR |
| Crankset | SRAM GX Eagle 12-Speed, 170mm, 32T, B148, DUB |
| Shifter | SRAM GX Eagle 12-Speed |
| Rear Deraileur | SRAM GX Eagle 12-Speed |
| Cassette | SRAM GX Eagle 12-Speed, CS PG1275 EAGLE 10-50T |
| Brakes | SRAM Guide RE |
| Rotors | SRAM Centerline, 200mm (Front), 180mm (Rear) |
| Handlebars | Nukeproof Horizon 25mm Rise, Width – S780mm, M780mm, L800mm, XL800mm) |
| Stem | Nukeproof Horizon, 50mm, Black |
| Grips | Nukeproof Sam Hill Signature |
| Saddle | Nukeproof Horizon SL, Yellow |
| Seatpost | RockShox Reverb Stealth with 1x Remote, 31.6mm; S: 346mm length, 125mm drop; M: 409mm length, 150mm drop; L: 462mm length, 175mm drop; XL: 514.5mm length, 200mm drop |
| Headset | Nukeproof, 44-56 IITS |
2020 Nukeproof 290 C Reactor Pro
Specifications
| Frame | Nukeproof Reactor 290 Carbon, 130mm Rear 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 |
| Fork | RockShox Pike Select + Charger 2 RC 140mm, 51mm Offset, BOOST, Debonair, Diffusion Black |
| Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ RT, Custom ML 380 tune, 210x50mm, Bearing End (Comes with 1x bottomless token fitted so you have them if needed.) |
| Front Wheel | DT Swiss M1700 SPLINE 30,29″, Centrelock, 110x15mm |
| Rear Wheel | DT Swiss M1700 SPLINE 30, 29″, Centrelock, Shimano Microspline Driver, 148x12mm |
| Tyres | Front: Maxxis Assegai 29”x2.5 WT 3C MaxxTerra/EXO+/TR, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II 29”x2.4 WT 3C MaxxTerra/EXO+/TR |
| Crankset | SRAM GX Eagle 12-Speed, 170mm, 30T, B148, DUB |
| Shifter | SRAM GX Eagle 12-Speed |
| Rear Deraileur | SRAM GX Eagle 12-Speed |
| Cassette | SRAM GX Eagle 12-Speed, CS PG1275 EAGLE 11-50T |
| Brakes | SRAM Guide RE |
| Rotors | SRAM Centerline 200mm (Front), 180mm (Rear) |
| Handlebars | Nukeproof Horizon 25mm Rise, Width – S780mm, M780mm, L800mm, XL800mm) |
| Stem | Nukeproof Horizon, 50mm, Black |
| Grips | Nukeproof Sam Hill Signature |
| Saddle | Nukeproof Horizon SL, Yellow |
| Seatpost | RockShox Reverb Stealth with 1x Remote, 31.6mm; S: 346mm length, 125mm drop; M: 409mm length, 150mm drop; L: 462mm length, 175mm drop; XL: 514.5mm length, 200mm drop |
| Headset | Nukeproof, 44-56 IITS |
2020 Nukeproof 275 C Reactor Factory
Specifications
| Frame | Nukeproof Reactor 275 Carbon, 140mm Rear 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 |
| Fork | Fox 36 Float, Factory Series, Kashima, Grip 2 Damper, 150mm, 44mm Offset, BOOST, Black |
| Shock | Fox Float DPX2, Factory Series, Kashima, 3 Position, EVOL, Custom CL, LRL tune, 210x55mm, Bearing End (0.2 Spacer fitted.) |
| Front Wheel | DT Swiss M1700 SPLINE 30,27.5″, Centrelock, 110x15mm |
| Rear Wheel | DT Swiss M1700 SPLINE 30, 27.5″, Centrelock, Shimano Microspline Driver, 148x12mm |
| Tyres | Maxxis Assegai 27.5”x2.5 WT 3C MaxxTerra/EXO+/TR, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II 27.5”x2.4 WT 3C MaxxTerra/EXO+/TR |
| Crankset | Shimano XT M8100 12-Speed, Hollowtech 2, 170mm, 32T, 52mm Chainline |
| Shifter | Shimano XT M8100-R, 12-speed Rapidfire Plus, I-Spec EV |
| Rear Deraileur | Shimano XT M8100, SGS 12-Speed, Shadow Plus |
| Cassette | Shimano XT M8100-12, 12-Speed (HYPERGLIDE+), 10-51T |
| Brakes | Shimano XT M8120, 4 Pot Brake, Metallic Pads |
| Rotors | Shimano MT800, 203mm (Front), 180mm (Rear) |
| Handlebars | Nukeproof Horizon 25mm Rise, Width – S780mm, M780mm, L800mm, XL800mm) |
| Stem | Nukeproof Horizon, 50mm, Black |
| Grips | Nukeproof Sam Hill Signature |
| Saddle | Nukeproof Horizon SL, Orange |
| Seatpost | RockShox Reverb Stealth with 1x Remote, 31.6mm; S: 346mm length, 125mm drop; M: 409mm length, 150mm drop; L: 462mm length, 175mm drop; XL: 514.5mm length, 200mm drop |
| Headset | Nukeproof, 44-56 IITS |
2020 Nukeproof 290 C Reactor Factory
Specifications
| 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 |
| Fork | Fox 36 Float, Factory Series, Kashima, Grip 2 Damper, 140mm, 51mm Offset, BOOST, Black |
| Shock | Fox Float DPX2, Factory Series, Kashima, 3 Position, EVOL, Custom CL, LRL tune, 210x50mm, Bearing End (0.2 Spacer fitted.) |
| Front Wheel | DT Swiss M1700 SPLINE 30,29″, Centrelock, 110x15mm |
| Rear Wheel | DT Swiss M1700 SPLINE 30, 29″, Centrelock, Shimano Microspline Driver, 148x12mm |
| Tyres | Front: Maxxis Assegai 29”x2.5 WT 3C MaxxTerra/EXO+/TR, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II 29”x2.4 WT 3C MaxxTerra/EXO+/TR |
| Crankset | Shimano XT M8100 12-Speed, Hollowtech 2, 170mm, 30T, 52mm Chainline |
| Shifter | Shimano XT M8100-R, 12-speed Rapidfire Plus, I-Spec EV |
| Rear Deraileur | Shimano XT M8100, SGS 12-Speed, Shadow Plus |
| Cassette | Shimano XT M8100-12, 12-Speed (HYPERGLIDE+), 10-51T |
| Brakes | Shimano XT M8120, 4 Pot Brake, Metallic Pads |
| Rotors | Shimano MT800, 203mm (Front), 180mm (Rear) |
| Handlebars | Nukeproof Horizon 25mm Rise, Width – S780mm, M780mm, L800mm, XL800mm) |
| Stem | Nukeproof Horizon, 50mm, Black |
| Grips | Nukeproof Sam Hill Signature |
| Saddle | Nukeproof Horizon SL, Orange |
| Seatpost | RockShox Reverb Stealth with 1x Remote, 31.6mm; S: 346mm length, 125mm drop; M: 409mm length, 150mm drop; L: 462mm length, 175mm drop; XL: 514.5mm length, 200mm drop |
| Headset | Nukeproof, 44-56 IITS |
2020 Nukeproof 27.5 C Reactor RS
Specifications
| Frame | Nukeproof Reactor 275 Carbon, 140mm Rear 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 |
| Fork | RockShox Lyrik Ultimate Charger 2 RCT3 160mm, 46mm Offset, BOOST, Debonair, Gloss Red |
| Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate RCT, Custom ML 380 tune, 210x55mm, Bearing End (Comes with 1x bottomless token fitted so you have them if needed.) |
| Front Wheel | Mavic Deemax DH, 27.5″, 6 Bolt, 110x15mm |
| Rear Wheel | Mavic Deemax DH, 27.5″, 6 Bolt, XD Driver, 148x12mm |
| Tyres | Maxxis Assegai 27.5”x2.5 WT 3C MaxxTerra/EXO+/TR, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II 27.5”x2.4 WT 3C MaxxTerra/EXO+/TR |
| Crankset | SRAM X1 Carbon Eagle 12-Speed, 170mm, 32T, B148, DUB |
| Shifter | SRAM XO1 Eagle 12-Speed, Red |
| Rear Deraileur | SRAM XO1 Eagle 12-Speed, Red |
| Cassette | SRAM XO1 Eagle 12-Speed, CS PG1295 EAGLE 10-50T |
| Brakes | SRAM Code RSC |
| Rotors | SRAM Centreline, 200mm (Front), 180mm (Rear) |
| Handlebars | Nukeproof Horizon Carbon 25mm Rise, Width – S780mm, M780mm, L800mm, XL800mm) |
| Stem | Nukeproof Horizon, 50mm, Black |
| Grips | Nukeproof Sam Hill Signature |
| Saddle | Nukeproof Horizon SL, Red |
| Seatpost | RockShox Reverb Stealth with 1x Remote, 31.6mm; S: 346mm length, 125mm drop; M: 409mm length, 150mm drop; L: 462mm length, 175mm drop; XL: 514.5mm length, 200mm drop |
| Headset | Nukeproof, 44-56 IITS |
What do you think?
Are you going to buy a 2020 Nukeproof Reactor? If so, why? I would love to know your thoughts and questions, so please let me know in the comments section below.
If you are looking for something a bit cheaper, you should also check out the Vitus Mythique, which is an excellent value for money trail bike too.
I like the review that you give here. It looks like a great bike, and I would love to own one, but my problem is, I don’t have that much money. Is there another brand that you would recommend that would be a little cheaper? Mostly I have bought Wall-Mart bikes, and I have a problem with the frame cracking when going over rough terrain. I want a good bike, just not one that cost $2,000. I know you get what you pay for, but there has to be a cheaper solution, doesn’t there? Any help would be great.
Thanks, Payton.
Hi Payton,
You really do get what you pay for. If you are on a budget, I would recommend the Vitus Nucleus. It is a hardtail, but it is a super fun bike that would keep you entertained for a long time.
I like the versatility that comes along with the 2020 Nukeproof Reactor. Being able to ride at trail centres as well as steep technical trails is ideal. It’s good to know that this bike comes in two wheel sizes and that the larger wheel is for more speedy runs. The carbon frame looks both durable and light and the suspension looks out of this world. It’s a really sleek bike and for such quality the price looks pretty fair. I have some biker friends who find your recommendation as exceptional as I have and I will be passing it along to them, well done and thanks!
Hi Pentrental,
Thanks for your comment and thanks for sharing my post with your friends.
This is a very thorough description of this bike. I would feel comfortable ordering one without even seeing it just from your article. My daughter lives in Colorado and bikes regularly for exercise. I shared your site with her because there is so much information that I know she will be interested in and educate her as well. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us about mountain biking.
Melissa
Hi Melissa,
Thanks for your comment and thanks for sharing my post. I hope your daughter finds it useful.
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