Nukeproof Mega 290 WORX Bike X01 2020 Review

• Nukeproof Mega 290 WORX Bike X01. Since 1999 the infamous Megavalanche race, which starts from the highest point on Pic Blanc (3300m) above the village of Alpe D‚ÄôHuez has been synonymous with all mountain riding and the highest level of true mountain bike racing. Conceived originally in 2009 by the development team at Nukeproof in an attempt to build the perfect bike for this exact style of racing, the Mega was born. Now in its 4th evolution, the Mega is podium proven. It has tasted success with numerous national and international race wins to its name Designed to excel on the toughest enduro tracks; the gravity focused specification is designed to descend fast but maintain the pedalling efficiency for all-day epics Chassis Stiffness. For 2019 Nukeproof has focussed on the smallest details in order to improve an already podium proven chassis. Making the decision to commit to a dedicated 1x drivetrain configuration across all models, this enabled its engineers to utilise the space required for a front derailleur to increase the main pivot bearing placement ensuring that maximum stiffness is achieved. This additional stiffness prevents torsional flex under pedalling and helps the chassis track through high speed, rough terrain without compromise With stiffness in mind, Nukeproof took the time to incorporate the very latest Boost 148 rear axle spacing allowing it to spec much stiffer and stronger wheels both front and rear. All 2019 Nukeproof Mega models will come with new wider spaced Boost wheels and forks enabling the rider to feel even more confident on the increased capability of the bike Updated Race Geometry. With the demands of Enduro World Series racers progressing at a rapid rate, Nukeproof looked again at its geometry and saw an opportunity to tailor the frames to suit not only the fastest racers, but the growing tribe of riders that utilise its bikes every weekend whether that be shuttling runs at their favourite bike park or heading off for an all-day epic in the local hills. Slightly taller head tube lengths help tailor the cockpit feel to increase rider confidence, and a lengthened top tube on large and extra-large frames should help even the tallest of riders feel at home on the new Mega 290 Pro Metric Shock Sizing. The product development team work extremely closely with Nukeproof’s suspension partners and spent endless hours working on the perfect shock configuration for the new Mega. The perfect partnership between rear shock technology and frame kinematics has always been in the very root of its thought process when developing bikes and the new Mega with its brand new ‚Äômetric‚Äô shock standard is no different. Designed to work perfectly with both Air and Coil sprung rear shocks, Nukeproof has addressed some of the areas that it felt could be improved on over the previous design such as hardware improvements and higher spec shocks across the board The new Mega 290 Worx utilises the brand new RockShox Super Deluxe rear shock and hardware now comprises of a wider spaced 25mmx8mm front mount, with a rocker link mounted bearing system to improve shock sensitivity and reduce the amount of wear through heavy usage. This combination adds even more stiffness to the chassis through these more secure fixtures and the ‚ÄòMetric‚Äô rear shock system with increased bushing overlap Features: Frame: Nukeproof Mega 290 Hydroformed 6061 Triple-Butted Aluminium, custom tuned rear shock configuration, internal dropper seatpost cable routing, threaded bottom bracket, Boost 148mm rear axle spacing, 3D contoured frame protection Fork: RockShox Lyrik Ultimate Charger 2 RC 170mm, 51mm Offset, Boost, Debonair Rear Shock: RockShox Super Deluxe ULTIMATE RCT Coil, ML1 Custom Tune, 210x55mm (Spring Rate: Medium = 400lbs spring; Large = 450lbs spring; X-Large = 500lbs spring) Rear Shock Hardware: Front: 22 2x8mm; Rear: 30x8mm Headset: 44-56mm Tapered Semi-Integrated Front Wheel: DT Swiss EX 1501 Spline One, 29″, 15x110mm Boost Rear Wheel: DT Swiss EX 1501 Spline One, 29″, XD, 148x12mm Boost Rear Axle: Sram Maxle Stealth M12x1 75, 180mm Tyres: Michelin Wild Enduro 29″ x 2.4, Gum -X TS TLR Max Tyre Width: 2.5″ Crankset: SRAM Descendant Carbon Eagle 12-Speed, 170mm, 30T, B148, DUB Shifter: SRAM XO1 Eagle 12-Speed Rear Derailleur: SRAM XO1 Eagle 12-Speed Chain: SRAM GX Eagle 12-Speed Cassette: CS XG 1295 EAGLE 12-Speed, 10-50T Chain Guide: MRP AMg V2, 26-32T, ISCG-05 Brakes: SRAM Code R with Sintered Pads Front Rotor: SRAM Centreline, 200mm Rear Rotor: SRAM Centreline, 180mm Handlebars: Nukeproof Horizon Carbon 800mm, 25mm Stem: Nukeproof Horizon, 50mm, 31 8mm Clamp Saddle: Nukeproof Horizon SL Seatpost: RockShox Reverb Stealth; M: 150mm drop; L/XL: 170mm drop Headset: Nukeproof Warhead, 44-56 IITS Grips: Nukeproof Horizon Brake Mount: 160mm Direct Post MountEasy Assembly. When you order a bike, one of our trained mechanics will carefully prepare and pack your bike for shipping. Upon delivery, the assembly is simple and all necessary tools are conveniently included in the box Depending on the delivery service and destination, bikes will either be delivered in a large or a small box. Below is a guide as to how your bike will arrive: All bikes for delivery within the UK and Republic of Ireland will be delivered in a large box, except for kids‚Äô bikes and BMX bikes, which are always delivered in manufacturer‚Äôs boxes. All bikes for delivery within the EU on a standard service will be delivered in a large box. If an express delivery option is chosen, your bike will be packed into a small box. Again, the exception is kids‚Äô bikes and BMX bikes, which are always delivered in manufacturer‚Äôs boxes. All bikes for worldwide delivery outside the EU will be delivered in small boxes This video demonstrates assembly from a SMALL BOX This video demonstrates assembly from a LARGE BOX Buy Nukeproof Bikes from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World’s Largest Online Bike Store.
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