Nukeproof Scout - Ride review

I put the ‪@NukeProofBikes1‬ Scout 290 comp through its paces on some fine Welsh Rocky single track at the Gwydir forest.

This is my first full length review edit and I have clocked about 10 hours (3 rides) on the Scout so far and wanted to get this out there so any potential buyers can rake advantage of the amazing pricing on these as of Nov 2023.

The comp version I bought was just £999 at wiggle/Chain reaction and form ticks all the "must have” spec boxes - Tubless ready, dropper post and 1 x 12 drivetrain. Im 5’9 and a bit, 30” legs and long (ish) in the arm and bought the the size large - It s a great fit though I would prefer at 35mmm stem (stock 42.5mm).

The entry level “Race” spec is an unbelievable £699 and the top tier “RS” with Rockshox Lyrik and GX eagle is currently just £1599 - while stock last.

I tried to cover all you might wish to know over the course of the video and I hope it's useful - Enjoy!

Please check out my other edit filmed at the same time with our take on the epic Gwydir Mawr red graded trail at Llanrwst. Edit here:
   • Gwydir Forest - The Welsh forest with...  

0:00 intro
0:40 Basic spec rundown - Nukeproof Scout 290 comp
02:01 full disclosure - my reviewing credentials (or lack of)
02:40 Climbing efficiency
03:16 spec breakdown and price levels
04:28 Nukeproof Scout 290 Race and RS comparison
05:02 1st Descent
07:50 Would I change any of the spec?
11:30 more climbing thoughts
11:40 Frame stiffness - trail feedback
12:02 cornering ability
13:00 Loving swoopy single track
13:18 Would I choose to ride this instead of my Nomad?
13:48 Long final Descent and summary
17:24 Car Park round up

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