Nukeproof Giga 290 Carbon Comp 2022
2022 Mountain
Estimate price |
4,950$
Weight | 16.27 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 180mm -
Travel Rear 170mm -
Fork RockShox Domain
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Groupset Deore, Race Face -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Nukeproof Giga 290 Carbon, 170mm Travel, ultra-strong monocoque UD Carbon Fibre frame, adjustable main pivot, internally piped cable routing, ISCG 05 mounts, Enduro Bearings, Threaded 73mm BB, Boost 148mm rear axle spacing, 3D contoured Rubber frame protection and Factory fitted clear paint protection kit covering TT/DT/CS/SS
Suspension Fork
RockShox, Domain, Motion Control RC damper, 180mm, 44mm Offset, BOOST, Debonair, Gloss Black
Rear Shock
RockShox Super Deluxe Select R, Custom LIN L tune, 205x60mm, Trunnion with Bearing End, 2 bottomless tokens fitted.
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore M6100, SGS 12-Speed, Shadow Plus
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore M6100 12 Speed
Cassette
Shimano Deore M6100 12-Speed (HYPERGLIDE+), 10-51T
Crank
Race Face Ride, 12 Speed Crank, 170mm, 30T, 52mm Chainline
Bottom Bracket
BSA, 73mm, threaded
Chain
Shimano Deore M6100 12-Speed
Chain Guide
MRP 1x CS, 28-34T, ISCG-05, black
Wheels
Rims
Sun-Ringle Duroc SD37 Comp 29", 15x110mm
Tires
Front: Maxxis Assegai 29" x 2.5 WT, 3C MaxxGrip DD TR, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II 29” x 2.4 WT, 3C MaxxTerra DD TR
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M6120 or SRAM DB8
Cockpit
Stem
Nukeproof Neutron AM, 45mm, black
Handlebar
Nukeproof Neutron V2 25mm Rise, Width - M780mm, L800mm, XL800mm, XXL800mm
Grips
Nukeproof Sam Hill Signature
Headset
Nukeproof, 44-56 IITS
Seat
Saddle
Nukeproof
Seatpost
Brand X Ascend internal, 31.6mm, M:150mm drop; L: 170mm drop; XL/XXL:200mm drop
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.45 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.3 mm | 1.26 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 350 mm | 350 mm | 350 mm | 350 mm | 350 mm |
| Front Center | 768.03 mm | 793.03 mm | 817.42 mm | 841.8 mm | 866.18 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 136.17 mm | 136.17 mm | 136.17 mm | 136.17 mm | 136.17 mm |
| Stack | 619.26 mm | 619.26 mm | 628.25 mm | 637.24 mm | 646.23 mm |
| Reach | 427 mm | 452 mm | 472 mm | 492 mm | 512 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 562.11 mm | 587.11 mm | 606.18 mm | 628.09 mm | 650 |
| Seat Tube Angle | 77.75 ° | 77.75 ° | 78 ° | 78 ° | 78 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 410 mm | 440 mm | 460 mm | 480 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 63.5 ° | 63.5 ° | 63.5 ° | 63.5 ° | 63.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 442 mm | 442 mm | 442 mm | 442 mm | 442 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1213 mm | 1238 mm | 1262 mm | 1287 mm | 1311 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 25 mm | 25 mm | 25 mm | 25 mm | 25 mm |
| Standover Height | 699 mm | 707 mm | 726 mm | 731 mm | 747 mm |
| Front Travel | 180 mm | 180 mm | 180 mm | 180 mm | 180 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
About this model
Giga 290 Carbon Comp belongs to the Nukeproof Giga model. Nukeproof launched 42 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Nukeproof Giga bikes models from 2022, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Nukeproof Giga 297 Carbon Comp 2022 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 4499$. On the other hand, Nukeproof Giga 290 Carbon RS 2022, is the most expensive and costs 7662$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Enduro bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of an Enduro bike that is reliable is 3599$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Enduro bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
This bike was released in 2022 and its price was 4499$. Comparing this to the average Enduro bike price, we see that the price is 25.01% more expensive.
Enduro bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of an Enduro bike, we get 14.27 kg (31.46 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
considerably heavier than average, Giga 290 Carbon Comp has a weight of 16.27 kg (35.87 lbs). To sum up, it’s 14.02% heavier than the average weight of Enduro bikes.
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The Giga 290 Carbon Comp comes factory-installed with the RockShox Domain fork. This has a travel range of 180mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the RockShox Super Deluxe Select R rear shock model, which has a travel of 170mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. To sum up, always consider getting a bike that has a rear shock as well.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Nukeproof Giga 290 Carbon Comp 2022, has a 29″ aluminum model. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Dropper post
Every bike should have a dropper post, and this one does. If used correctly, a dropper post gives you more faith, maneuverability, and greater control over your bike.