Nukeproof Reactor ST – Sam Hill Inspired Aggressive XC Bike

Last September Nukeproof presented the Reactor, the British brand’s new trail bike, available in both 27.5″ and 29″ versions, both offered in carbon and aluminum. During the Mountain Bike Connection Winter in Massa Marittima, Nukeproof showed us a new limited edition version of the Reactor, inspired by the bike that allowed Sam Hill to compete in some Australian cross country races for training.

MTB Connection Winter – Rupert Fowler

The Reactor ST (Short Travel) is available exclusively with carbon frame and in three sizes (M / L / XL). It tips the scale at 12.7kg.

MTB Connection Winter – Rupert Fowler

The geometry is adjustable in two positions and the rear travel is 125mm. The rear shock absorber is a FOX Float DPS Factory EVOL.

MTB Connection Winter – Rupert Fowler

The FOX 34 Factory FiT4 fork has 130mm of travel.

MTB Connection Winter – Rupert Fowler

The Reactor ST is available only in the version with 29-inch wheels, specifically with the DT Swiss XM1501.

MTB Connection Winter – Rupert Fowler

The tires are cross country oriented – Maxxis Rekon Race 2.35″ with EXO casing.

MTB Connection Winter – Rupert Fowler

The drivetrain is 12 speed Shimano with mixed components. The crankset is from the XT group.

MTB Connection Winter – Rupert Fowler

While the derailleur comes from the XTR group.

MTB Connection Winter – Rupert Fowler

The brakes are also Shimano, 2-piston XT 8100, with Ice Tech discs.

MTB Connection Winter – Rupert Fowler

The cockpit is Nukeproof brand, with Horizon Carbon handlebar and a Horizon stem.

MTB Connection Winter – Rupert Fowler

The cable routing is inside the frame and the chainstay and the down tube are protected by rubber fittings.

MTB Connection Winter – Rupert Fowler

To complete the light trail setup that winks at aggressive cross country we find a 125mm RockShox Reverb Stealth seatpost.

Geometry

Specs and price

The Reactor ST will be available from April 2020 in a single set up and in a limited edition with a retail price of 4,899.99 pounds.

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