Nukeproof’s new 29er hardtail uses the same basic DNA as its 650b little brother. But the brand's designers have learned a few lessons from last year’s smaller-wheeled debut and incorporated them into this wagon-wheeled incarnation.
Purposeful looks and no-nonsense basic build
The almost straight line from seat stay to head tube gives the Scout 290 an immediately purposeful look. The extended seat tube is buttressed, with internal dropper post routing and room for a clamp-on front derailleur.
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RockShox' Yari fork is a tad cruder than its more famous siblings but tracks very well
There are ISCG tabs on the trusty threaded BB shell, a 142x12mm rear axle and a forged chainstay yoke. There’s no small size but the XL takes reach up to a generous 455mm and the 73-degree seat angle is steeper than the Scout 275’s.
SRAM’s ROAM 30 wheels are a bit skinny but they’re light enough to boost acceleration of the otherwise heavyweight spec. This includes ‘Tough’ carcass WTB tyres and a chunky RockShox Yari fork.
A very modern 29er
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