I'm selling my much-loved Nukeproof Mega because my riding has changed. These days I'm spending more time riding with my 4-year-old son, so I'm looking for a gravel bike, touring bike, or a 29" hardtail that will be better suited to longer rides, bikepacking, and family adventures.
Anyone familiar with mountain bikes knows the Nukeproof Mega. Nukeproof is a premium UK brand with a strong racing heritage, and the Mega became one of the benchmark enduro bikes of its generation. It earned a reputation for being incredibly confidence-inspiring on steep descents while still climbing well, making it a favorite for technical trails, bike parks, and enduro racing. Even today, it's an incredibly capable and fun bike.
I've owned this bike for years and it's been regularly maintained. It has never let me down and is ready for many more adventures.
Specifications
Nukeproof Mega frame
X-Fusion Vengeance 160 mm fork
Fox Float RP23 Factory rear shock
Shimano Deore XT hydraulic brakes (front brake relatively new)
Shimano XT crankset
SRAM X9 rear derailleur
1x drivetrain
Hope Pro II hubs
Hope floating rotors
Crankbrothers dropper post
DMR Vault pedals
Maxxis tires with plenty of tread remaining
Estimated weight: approximately 14–14.5 kg (31–32 lb) with pedals
Recent maintenance
Regularly serviced and well looked after
Rear wheel bearings replaced
Rear wheel spokes replaced
Front brake replaced relatively recently
Suspension works well
Tires still have plenty of life left
Condition
Mechanically the bike is solid and rides exactly as it should.
The Crankbrothers dropper post works and locks properly. It drops normally but benefits from a little assistance when returning to full height. I simply pull it up with my hand or lightly grip it with my inner thighs while standing up. It's been like this for a long time and has never bothered me, but I'd rather be completely transparent so there are no surprises.
Cosmetically, the bike has its fair share of scuffs and scratches from years of proper trail riding. It has been ridden the way a Nukeproof Mega was meant to be ridden—not babied or hidden away in a garage. These bikes are built to last, and this one has proven it. It wears its scars honestly, and I think they add a bit of soul and character. None of the cosmetic wear affects its performance.
I'm 6'3" (190 cm) and the bike fits me very well.
If you're looking for a properly built enduro bike with high-quality components instead of a budget modern bike, this is a fantastic option that still has years of riding left.
Possible trade (cash either way) for a quality gravel bike, touring bike, or 29" hardtail suitable for longer rides, bikepacking, and riding with my son.
Keywords: Nukeproof Mega, enduro, trail bike, Fox, X-Fusion, Hope Pro II, Hope rotors, Shimano XT, SRAM X9, Crankbrothers, DMR Vault, full suspension MTB, mountain bike, bike park.