The Nukeproof Scout 290 Race: A hardtail, but make it rad
A graduate from the school of gravity, this aggressive long-travel trail hardtail is a finely tuned weapon prime for attacking trail.
There’s a reason the Nukeproof Scout has earned a cult-like following.
The bike fosters creativity on the trail, pushing even the most technically capable riders to see new lines and find ways to be smoother, faster and more aggressive. In a mountain bike world hyper-focused on big bikes and bigger travel, there’s something special about a bike that cuts through the noise and gets to the core of what really matters — getting out and having an absolute blast on the trail.
How it Rides
Tweaked to be the finest vintage of Scout, this third generation of the frame features some slight changes from its predecessor — namely in tweaks to the geometry and small (but notable) refinements to the frame.
The seat tube and head tube angles are updated, we’ve added frame protection in critical areas, given it a Universal Derailleur Hangar and bettered its ability to run a wide variety of tire sizes. Small changes, yes; but why make big changes to something that’s already so damn good? All added up, these little tweaks have led to the most refined Scout yet.
We’ve also developed a new pedaling position based off our Saddle Offset Principle, which adjusts seat tube angle across the size range to ensure the seated riding position is perfect, no matter the rider’s height. Built around a 130mm fork, 29-inch wheels, size-specific chainstays and an aggressive trail-oriented geometry, the bike feels planted but playful in terrain typically above your average hardtail’s paygrade.
Those with sound bike handling skills will reap the benefits of the Scout’s playful nature and burly attitude, and those looking to improve will find a bike that challenges them to find flow through the most chaotic trails. No matter how you’re looking to use it, one thing’s for certain: Don’t underestimate what this hardtail is truly capable of.
The humble hardtail: Often overlooked, but not by us.
The Nukeproof Scout 290 Race Component Details
- RockShox Recon Silver RL fork
- Shimano Deore 10-speed drivetrain
- Shimano MT4100 2-piston brakes
- Nukeproof Neutron V2 29-inch tubeless wheels
- Schwalbe Magic Mary Snakeskin 29x2.35 front tire & Nobby Nic 29x2.35 rear tire
Key Features
- Trail Hardtail
- Triple-butted hydroformed alloy frame
- No rear travel, but it does have a 140mm fork
- Comes with 3D contoured rubber protection and clear paint protection kits
- Boost 148 hub spacing
- Sizes Available: Medium, Large, Extra Large, XXL
Specifications
 RACEView$1599.99
|  COMPView$2299.99
|  ELITEView$2999.99
|  RSView$3799.99
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| FRAME | Custom triple butted hydro-formed Alloy | Custom triple butted hydro-formed Alloy | Custom triple butted hydro-formed Alloy | Custom triple butted hydro-formed Alloy | FORK | RockShox Recon Silver RL, 140mm, 42mm Offset, Solo air, Gloss Black | Marzocchi Bomber Z2, 130mm, 44mm Offset, BOOST, RAIL Damper, Gloss Black | FOX 36 Float Rhythm, 140mm, 44mm Offset, BOOST, Grip Damper, Black | RockShox Lyrik Select+ Charger 2.1 RC 150mm, 42mm Offset, BOOST, Debonair, Gloss Black | SHOCK | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | FRONT WHEEL | Nukeproof Neutron V2 Hub 15x110mm, built onto a 29” WTB STi30 TCS 2.0 Rim, 32H | Nukeproof Neutron V2 Hub 15x110mm, built onto a 29” WTB KOM Trail i30 TCS 2.0 Rim, 32H | DT Swiss, M1900 Spline, 15x110mm, 6 bolt, 28H | DT Swiss XM1700 SPLINE 30 29"", 6 Bolt, 110x15mm | REAR WHEEL | Nukeproof Neutron V2 Hub, Shimano freehub with 36 points of engagement, 148x12mm, built onto a 29” WTB STi30 TCS 2.0Rim, 32H | Nukeproof Neutron V2 Hub 148x12mm, Shimano freehub with 36 points of engagement, built onto a 29” WTB KOM Trail i30 TCS 2.0 Rim, 32H | DT Swiss M1900 Spline, 148x12mm, Shimano Microspline, 6 bolt, 28H | DT Swiss XM1700 SPLINE 30 29", 6 Bolt, XD Driver, 148x12mm | TIRES | Front: Schwalbe Magic Mary, Snakeskin, TL Easy, Addix Soft, 29x2.35’’; Rear: Schwalbe Nobby Nic, DD, RaceGuard, TL Easy, Addix, 29x2.35’’ | Front: Schwalbe Magic Mary, Snakeskin, TL Easy, Addix Soft, 29x2.35’’; Rear: Schwalbe Nobby Nic, DD, Raceguard, TL Easy, Addix. 29x2.35’’ | Front: Schwalbe Magic Mary, SnakeSkin, TL Easy, Addix Soft, 29x2.35’’; Rear: Schwalbe Nobby Nic, DD, RaceGuard, Addix, 29x2.35’’ | Front: Schwalbe Magic Mary, Snakeskin, TL Easy, Addix Soft, 29x2.35’’; Rear: Schwalbe Nobby Nic, DD, Raceguard, TL Easy, Addix, 29x2.35’’ | CRANKSET | Shimano M5100 Deore 10 Speed Crank, 170mm, 30T, 52mm Chainline | Shimano Deore M6100 or Race Face Ride 12 Speed Crank, 170mm, 30T, 52mm Chainline | Shimano SLX M7100 12 Speed Crank, 170mm, 30T, 52mm Chainline | SRAM GX Eagle, 12-Speed, DUB, 170mm, 32T, Boost | SHIFTER | Shimano M4100-R Deore 10-Speed, (I-Spec EV) | Shimano Deore M6100-IR, 12-speed Rapidfire Plus, I-Spec EV | Shimano SLX M7100-IR, 12-speed Rapidfire Plus, I-Spec EV | SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed | REAR DERAILLEUR | Shimano M5120 Deore 10-Speed | Shimano Deore M6100, SGS 12-Speed, Shadow Plus | Shimano SLX M7100, SGS 12-Speed, Shadow Plus | SRAM GX Eagle,12-Speed | CHAIN | KMC X10 10-Speed, with Quick Link | Shimano Deore M6100 12-Speed | Shimano SLX M7100 12-Speed | SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed, Power- | CASSETTE | Sunrace CSMS2 10-Speed, 11-46T Black | Shimano Deore M6100 12-Speed (HYPERGLIDE+), 10-51T | Shimano SLX M7100 12-Speed (HYPERGLIDE+), 10-51T | SRAM XG1275 Eagle, 12-Speed, 10-52T | CHAIN GUIDE | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | BRAKES | Shimano MT4100 Lever with Shimano MT410 2 Pot Caliper, Resin Pads | Shimano Deore M6120 4 pot brake or SRAM DB8 | Shimano SLX M7120 4 pot brake, Metal Pads | SRAM Guide RE | FRONT ROTOR | Shimano SM-RT56, 180mm | Shimano SM-RT66, 203mm | Shimano SM-RT66, 203mm | SRAM Centerline, 200mm | REAR ROTOR | Shimano SM-RT56, 180mm | Shimano SM-RT66, 180mm | Shimano SM-RT66, 180mm | SRAM Centerline, 180mm | HANDLEBARS | Nukeproof Neutron V2 25mm Rise, Width – M780mm, L800mm, XL800mm, XXL800mm | Nukeproof Neutron V2 25mm Rise, Width - M780mm, L800mm, XL800mm, XXL800mm | Nukeproof Horizon V2 25mm Rise, Width - M780mm, L800mm, XL800mm, XXL800mm | Nukeproof Horizon V2 25mm Rise, Width - M780mm, L800mm, XL800mm, XXL800mm | STEM | Nukeproof Neutron AM, 45mm, black | Nukeproof Neutron AM, 45mm, black | Nukeproof Horizon, 45mm, black | Nukeproof Horizon, 45mm, Black | SADDLE | Nukeproof Neutron, Black | Nukeproof Neutron, Black | Nukeproof, Black | Nukeproof Horizon SL, Black/Grey | SEATPOST | Nukeproof Neutron, Black, 31.6mm, 450mm | Brand X Ascend internal, 31.6mm, M:150mm drop; L: 170mm drop; XL/XXL:200mm drop | Brand X Ascend internal, 31.6mm, M:150mm drop; L:170mm drop; XL/XXL:200mm drop | Brand X Ascend internal, 31.6mm, M:150mm drop; L:170mm drop; XL/XXL:200mm drop | HEADSET | Nukeproof Neutron, 44-56 IITS | Nukeproof Neutron, 44-56 IITS | Nukeproof Neutron, 44-56 IITS | Nukeproof Neutron, 44-56 IITS | GRIPS | Nukeproof Sam Hill Signature | Nukeproof Sam Hill Signature | Nukeproof Sam Hill Signature | Nukeproof Sam Hill Signature | BEARINGS | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | WEIGHT: (SIZE MEDIUM) | TBC | TBC | TBC | TBC |
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