Nukeproof Scout 290 RS Alloy Bike 2022

Never underestimate a Hardtail. The simplicity of frames minus the rear bounce allows for an amount of efficiency, speed, and a hell of a lot of fun. Perfect for testing and developing skills and with 19.3% extra performance for hooning around on with your mates.

The Nukeproof Scout has developed a die-hard fan base in recent years and after almost 5 years on the market it was time for a refresh. Like any cherished item, the improvements were in a sympathetic way so not to spoil the receipt of the Scout. However, the new Scout (v3) is an all new frame, completely new tube profiles, with improved and updated geometry, revised sizing in both 275 and 290 platforms and a host of other small tweaks. Nukeproof believe this to being the finest vintage of Scout yet.

First off Nukeproof have revised, every one of the hydroformed 6061 T6 aluminium tubes have been engineered to optimise the ride, adding stiffness and compliance where needed to improve handling and the ride quality.

The geometry is updates, que the Longer, lower and slacker (and steeper). Longer- more sizing’s and bringing the Scout in line with the rest of the range, lower- change to BB height, Slacker- well its slacker. Steeper: The New Scout falls in line with the Saddle offset theory of the rest of the Nukeproof range. Steeper seat angles optimised on each size to ensure the saddle is in the most efficient position for laying down the pedal strokes and ergonomics in the saddle.

Chainstays grow 2.5mm per size throughout the size range to ensure the relevant sized scout suits the leavers of its rider. The Seat tubes too are reamed to maximise seat post insertion to allow riders to choose the optimal dropper post for them.

The Frame itself features UDH gear hangers, accessory strap and water bottle mounts. Its now 1x specific and still uses a threaded BB. The frame is also now features 3D contoured Rubber protection on the chainstay and downtube. 

Accessories Mount, Water Bottle Holder and UDH hanger

Nukeproof didn’t want a revolution with the Scout, but just to gently bring it up to date and improve the areas where it could.

The Scout launches as a frame only. All components from “old” Scout can be switched onto the new base. Complete bikes will be available later in the year. The range features 4 complete models both available in 27.5” wheel or 29” wheel options.

The Scout Frame comes in Factory Yellow or Black-Chrome

The range remains fairly familiar to Nukeproof customers, Race, Comp, Elite, but with the addition of an all new RS model. The Race being a perfect entry point to the Nukeproof range, featuring a selection of the finest branded components to ensure it can perform straight from the shop floor on any trails. The New RS fits in with the rest of the RS models, a slightly beefed up +10mm travel build for a more gravity hungry rider.

Features:

• Frame: Nukeproof Scout 275, custom triple butted hydro-formed Alloy, internal cable routing for dropper seat posts, ISCG 05 mount, threaded 73mm BB, Boost 148mm rear axle spacing, includes 3D Contoured Rubber Frame Protection for Down Tube, Seat Stay and Chain Stay
• Fork: RockShox Lyrik Select+ Charger 2.1 RC 150mm, 42mm Offset, BOOST, Debonair, Gloss Black
• Front Wheel: DT Swiss XM1700 SPLINE 30 29", 6 Bolt, 110x15mm
• Rear Wheel: DT Swiss XM1700 SPLINE 30 29", 6 Bolt, XD Driver, 148x12mm
• Tyres: Front: Schwalbe Magic Mary, Snakeskin, TL Easy, Addix Soft, 29x2.35"; Rear: Schwalbe Nobby Nic, DD, Raceguard, TL Easy, Addix, 29x2.35"
• Crankset: SRAM GX Eagle, 12-Speed, DUB, 170mm, 32T, Boost
• Shifter: SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed
• Rear Derailleur: SRAM GX Eagle,12-Speed
• Chain: SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed, Power-Lock
• Cassette: SRAM XG1275 Eagle, 12-Speed, 10-52T
• Brakes: SRAM Guide RE
• Front Rotor: SRAM Centerline, 200mm
• Rear Rotor: SRAM Centerline, 180mm
• Handlebars: Nukeproof Horizon V2 25mm Rise, Width - M780mm, L800mm, XL800mm, XXL800mm
• Stem: Nukeproof Horizon, 45mm, Black
• Saddle: Nukeproof Horizon SL, Black/Grey
• Seatpost: Brand X Ascend, M:150mm drop; L:170mm drop; XL/XXL:200mm
• Headset: Nukeproof, 44-56 IITS
• Grips: Nukeproof Sam Hill Signature

Specifications

 Geometry: