First Look: The New Nukeproof Mega Alloy — A Serious Enduro Weapon
First Look: The New Nukeproof Mega Alloy at Cookson Cycles
The latest Nukeproof Mega Alloy has just landed at Cookson Cycles — and before it even rolled out of the box, it was clear this year’s model has one goal: go harder, go faster, and stay in control no matter the terrain.
View the Nukeproof Mega in our shop here
You’ll notice the frame looks familiar. That’s because Nukeproof have stuck with the proven Mega chassis — a platform refined over years of feedback from racers and riders.
Where things get exciting is everything bolted onto it.
This build is absolutely stacked with top-tier components you’d normally expect on bikes far above this price point.
? SRAM Maven Brakes – Power That’ll Stop a Train
Nukeproof didn’t mess about here. The Mega Alloy arrives equipped with SRAM Maven brakes, easily the most powerful stoppers SRAM has ever made.
These aren’t just “strong brakes.”
They’re ridiculously powerful — the kind of anchors built for World Cup-level enduro and DH tracks.
Expect:
- Huge power with minimal lever effort
- Superb modulation
- No fade on long Alpine or British uplift days
- Unreal confidence on steep UK chutes
If you like braking late and riding aggressively, these brakes have your back.
⚙️ SRAM T-Type 90 Transmission – No Hanger, No Hassle
The drivetrain is another highlight. This bike features SRAM’s T-Type 90 transmission — tough, accurate, and designed to take big hits.
Key advantages:
- No derailleur hanger to bend
- Hyper-precise shifts, even under load
- Built for enduro abuse
- Excellent chain retention and durability
For riders who are tired of nursing bent hangers or missing gears midway down a run, this is a massive upgrade.
? RockShox Zeb Select+ – Charger 3.1 RC2 for Pure Control
Up front sits the RockShox Zeb Select+, now using the Charger 3.1 RC2 damper.
This is the fork riders want when they push big terrain at speed.
Expect:
- Outstanding small-bump sensitivity
- Confident mid-stroke support
- Huge stiffness for steering precision
- Independent high/low-speed compression and rebound to really dial setup
If you ride rough Peaks, Wales, or bike-park lines, this fork gives you the confidence to commit.
? RockShox Vivid Select+ Air – Tuned for Rough Enduro Tracks
Out back, the Vivid Select+ Air handles suspension duties.
It’s planted, supportive, and loves big hits. Perfect match for the Zeb.
Highlights:
- Coil-like feel without the weight
- Tuned to stay composed on square-edge hits
- Great support when pumping through rollers and compressions
- Easy to set up and adjust
This combo is ideal for riders who like a bike that stays stable and predictable when the speed increases.
? Schwalbe Magic Mary & Tacky Chan – Mount Everest Levels of Grip
The tyres alone tell you this bike means business.
Nukeproof have fitted a front Magic Mary and rear Tacky Chan — a pairing that gives you incredible grip in UK conditions.
- Magic Mary: legendary cornering bite, unbeatable in wet roots and off-camber
- Tacky Chan: fast-rolling but aggressive, brilliant braking traction
You won’t be searching for tyre upgrades anytime soon.
? Sizing (With Real-World Fit Advice)
Nukeproof’s sizing tends to feel modern but not extreme.
Based on our experience fitting riders in the shop:
- S: 5'2" – 5'7"
- M: 5'6" – 5'10"
- L: 5'9" – 6'0"
- XL: 6'1" – 6'4"
- XXL: 6'4"+
? Photos from the Shop
? Final Thoughts — A Mega That’s More Mega Than Ever
This is the kind of build that makes you excited to ride.
Nukeproof have created an Alloy-framed, top-spec enduro machine that punches way above its price. The frame may be familiar, but the components are anything but.
Whether you’re racing enduro, smashing bike parks, or riding big mountain weekends, this Mega is ready for it all.
? Want to see it in person?
The Nukeproof Mega Alloy is available now at Cookson Cycles.
Drop into the shop, check out the build quality, or chat with us about sizing and setup.
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