Factory Nukeproof Signs Fogelquist

Nukeproof is excited to announce the signing of Canadian dirt jump star Jack Fogelquist.

Jack will ride the Snap 4X Pro bike along with a Scalp DH, Mega all-mountain bike and, already in the prototype stages, a dirt jump frame and a well underway special slopestyle frame project. You can expect to see a sneak peak of Jack’s first proto slopestyle frame soon!

Nukeproof has supported Jack with components for a few years and we were keen to offer him a full factory ride; he loves to ride and is always trying hard to innovate and progress his riding.

On top of riding he’s an editing machine with his great Fogelsode series that is always a winner online. We are sure he’ll be a great ambassador for Nukeproof and are looking forward to helping him go all the way to the top.

Talking about joining the Nukeproof program Jack said: "I'm super excited to be riding full Nukeproof this season! Nukeproof has grown a ton over the past couple years and I'm looking forward to representing them on this higher level. All of their components are top notch, so I know the frames will be nothing less!"

"I’m stoked to be working with Nukeproof to develop a dirt jump and slopestyle-specific frame is an incredible opportunity! Slopestyle is a unique type of riding, so having a bike that is designed purely for it will help a ton. I'm super excited with what we've come up with so far and can't wait to begin the prototyping phase!"

Key events on Jack’s calendar for 2012 are:

Sea Otter Classic

Upside Down and Underground

Teva Games

Jump Ship

Crankworx Colorado

AT's Showdown

Keep up-to-date with Jack and all the news and developments from Nukeproof at www.nukeproof.com and on Facebook as well as Jack’s personal blog site http://fogel.fogfam.com

2012 Santa Cruz Mountainbike Festival

FOX 3rd ANNUAL SANTA CRUZ MOUNTAIN BIKE FESTIVAL BRINGS MOUNTAIN BIKE ATHLETES, FANS, AND THE CYCLING  INDUSTRY TO APTOS, CALIFORNIA

Join us for an exciting two day event that includes the first legally sanctioned race at Soquel Demonstration State Forest (Demo), plus professional and amateur competitions such as dirt jump and pump track contests, and cross country short track races. Bike  skills clinics and a kids’ practice area will also be offered, in addition to industry expo, bike demos, shuttles, food court, beer  garden, and raffles.

APTOS, CA – February 3, 2012 Mountain Bikers of Santa Cruz (MBoSC) today announced the event schedule and sponsors for the Fox 3rd Annual Santa Cruz  Mountain Bike Festival (SCMBF) at the Barry Swenson Builder property in Aptos Village, California, on April 14th and 15th, 2012.  This is the weekend before the Sea Otter Classic in nearby Monterey. The SCMBF is Santa Cruz County’s premier mountain biking  event, bringing together a mix of competitive racing, contests, and skills clinics as well as industry manufacturers and retailers  with booths and demo products. Proceeds from the 2012 event will benefit projects and organizations that support mountain biking in Santa Cruz county.

For two jam-packed days, the SCMBF will be home to exciting events for riders at every level. Whether attendees want to  participate, spectate, improve their skills or check out the latest gear, there’s something for everyone. In the first legally  sanctioned race at Soquel Demonstration State Forest, racers will complete three climbing and three downhill stages. Other events allow professional and amateur riders to compete in dirt jump and pump track contests, and cross country short track races.  Amateurs will race for bragging rights and bike product; pros will race for cash. This year’s SCMBF will debut the  All Mountain Challenge which recognizes the best combined results of endurance, short track and pump track races.  Beginners and intermediate riders alike can hone their dirt skills with clinics focusing on mountain bike handling and pump track  skills, and shuttle rides to Soquel Demonstration State Forest will be available. A family-friendly event, SCMBF will also offer a  kids’ practice area. Industry vendors will be on hand to share their latest innovations and equipment. Tasty drafts will be offered  in the beer garden, and this year’s festival will feature an all-new food court.

SCMBF title sponsor Fox of Scotts Valley, California is joined by event sponsors Bell, Specialized/Scotts Valley Cycle Sport,  and WTB. Platinum sponsors include Adventure Sports Journal, Barry Swenson Builder, Bike Monkey, Dirt Rag, Gamut, Saris;  gold sponsors to date are American Medical Response (AMR), Bicycle Trip, and Clif Bar. Contributions from these organizations  have helped underwrite the SCMBF. All our sponsors are committed to mountain biking and Santa Cruz County as a world class  destination for the sport. Sponsorship opportunities are still available; refer to our 2012 Sponsorship Kit for details.

On the schedule are popular events from last year such as:

1. 831 Jump Contest: Calling All Creative and Tricky Styles. Stand-out moves rewarded, be you Beginner, Expert or Pro.  Doesn’t matter how you rate now, we want to recognize you. Announcer will call, music will bump, judges will decide.  Those who push their own limits will be recognized at the 831 Jump Contest. Test yourself, the rewards will come.

1. Pump Track Pandemonium: It’s you against the clock! See who has the skill to shred the hardest and pump the fastest through  perfectly apexed berms. Your score is your fastest timed lap.

2. Specialized/Scotts Valley Cycle Sport Short Track: It’s intense! It’s fast! It’s fun! Come weave and wind your way through the  heart of the Santa Cruz Mountain Bike Festival on our elaborate 1/2 mile Specialized/Scotts Valley Cycle Sport Short Track race  course. Speed by the vendor booths, rally through off-camber corners and pump your way through berms and rollers. You’ll go as  hard as you can for a few minutes and then it’s one more lap and a mad dash to finish.

1. Bike Skills Clinics: Learn from the best! Pro rider, and Santa Cruz native Tammy Donahugh will team up with Kat Sweet to host  two bike skills clinics – a Mountain Bike Skills Clinic, and a Pump Track Skills Clinic.

Plus, these exciting brand new events:

1. Bell Super Enduro at Demo: One Bike. Three Climbs. Three Descents. Be the first to race Euro style at the Bell Super Enduro at  Demo – Soquel Demonstration Forest’s first legally sanctioned race! Climb fast. Descend faster on a closed course. Then do it all  over again. Do you have what it takes? 1. WTB All Mountain Challenge: Pump, Shred, and Endure. Beat all your friends up the climbs, around the corners and down the  mountain? Ever wonder where you really stand? The super enduro, short track, and pump track events won’t leave you hanging.  Different bikes for each event welcome, best rider determined by cumulative points. Fearless and fit riders, find out who really  rules the mountain.

1. Specialized/Scotts Valley Cycle Sport Kids’ Rodeo: Because You Want Them to Love This Sport. Introduce your kids to mountain  biking or encourage them to improve their skills. Sign a waiver, put a helmet on them, and watch them try their skills and tackle  obstacles in a challenging and supportive environment. They will gain confidence and have fun. You will love that they want to ride.

The mission of the SCMBF is to celebrate mountain biking in Santa Cruz County by bringing people together to participate and  spectate in competitive and recreational mountain bike events, and a festival to bring the community together to advocate an  active outdoor lifestyle and promote the world class mountain biking facilities and riders in Santa Cruz County.

Santa Cruz MTB Festival

2012 Hutchinson United Ride Team Announement

Starting out as a conversation in the Morewood Bikes factory some years ago, the United Ride team was created and has come a long way since then. A diverse race team with riders hailing from France, South Africa and now Australia. For the 2012 season United Ride gains some great sponsors and continues to grow the team as we are proud to announce Hutchinson as our title sponsor and the signing of Mick and Tracey Hannah.

Mick Hannah is one of the most respected riders on the circuit known for his solid work ethic, toughness and training:

Mick Hannah

“I’m really excited to be joining with United Ride. We have very similar goals for the next 2 years and I feel like with the support of Morewood and Hutchinson and the great atmosphere within the team we can achieve all that we set out to do. I am also very excited about the opportunity to travel and race with Tracey. She is really focused right now and I think that together, along with the rest of the team, we will have a great season! Thanks very much to everyone that’s getting behind us! It’s going to be a great year!”

In the past Tracey Hannah has shown she could win by taking the Junior Womans World title. Her motivation and speed are still there as she will participate at select World Cup rounds in 2012:

Tracey Hannah

“It’s always been in the back of my mind!
Racing on the “World Cup Circuit” again! What is even more amazing, I will be racing right beside my big bro “Sick Mick” who taught me some of the things I know…… ha! I am so excited to be on the Hutchinson United Ride team, riding for Morewood bikes. Not only to be back racing but to be on a team that is going to help us achieve some of the goals that we have set out to achieve.
There is nothing better than feeling confident and ready going into a season, and because of United Ride we both can relax knowing we will be on one of the best teams out there, riding with some awesome new gear.

I am looking forward to the racing season. I can’t wait to see what unfolds in the up and coming months. I couldn’t be happier!”

We are also glad to welcome  Guillaume Cauvin who finished 3^rd at the last Junior World Championship in Champéry. Guillaume fits in perfectly with the team’s spirit as he is motivated, relaxed and trains hard so it is a pleasure for us to help a young rider like him:

Guillaume “JR” Cauvin

“It’s a great opportunity for me to ride as part of the Hutchinson United Ride which is composed with such good riders. It will help me to improve my skills for sure! We’ve already done some training camp and there is good vibes. I love my MOREWOOD!”

Fabien “ CousCous” Cousinié / Team Manager-Rider

“In 2011, I’ve been in the top 20 during the first half of the season, I wanna do it again in 2012 but for the entire season! My study finally achieved, it’s going to be my first school free season, can’t wait for the PMB!
As a team manager, I’m really happy of the riders. More than the performance aspect, everyone has the same spirit which announce: good times!”

Tim Bentley

Our South African rider stays with the team for 2012 and will be racing the clock with style once again. After a solid first season on the World Cup circuit we are certain that he will keep improving and reach his potential.

« I am really excited to be on the team again this year! I had such a great time and i am looking forward to see what happens this season. I learnt alot last year and i hope i can use the experience to help me !

A NEW NAME GOING INTO 2012:

United Ride Team is very proud of its new partnership with Hutchinson (www.hutchinsontires.com). The brand has worked a lot on the development of some new tire compounds and profiles. The team has run some tests with the new tires and are confident to have them keeping their Morewood’s on track this season:

Arnaud Zumaglia / Hutchinson Marketing Director

“Genetically links to competition, Hutchinson built its success and reputation with the performance and quality of its products. On all kind of terrain and in all kind of circumstances, road ride or mountain ride, Hutchinson works for more than one century with the biggest names of this sport to improve its nowadays products and create the future ones.
With no doubts downhill is the more demanding discipline for the tyres, that’s why we are really proud of those new objectives with the Hutchinson United Ride. An cosmopolitan UCI team with a strong potential with whom we expect to see some international podium in 2012.
A few new tyres will equip the bikes : Dzo, Squale, Toro or Cougar which ones will lead our riders toward the best results.”

Richard Carter / Morewood Bikes (www.morewoodbikes.com)

“It is a great pleasure for us to be moving into our 4^th year supporting the United Ride team with bikes, even if not as title sponsor. They are effectively our factory team and with the addition of Mick, Tracey and Guillaume, we really believe that we have one of the strongest teams on the circuit. From its inception United Ride has worked tirelessly in the development of all Morewood products, and we look forward to their continued involvement. It will be great to have them in our home town of Pietermaritzburg for the first World Cup race in March”

Once again we would like to welcome as one of our main partners, the online bike shop ALLTRICKS. Alltricks’s team is passionate, motivated and really efficient and that aids us in functioning efficiently as a professional race team:

AllTricks (www.alltricks.fr)

“Alltricks.fr is really proud to be a part of the United Ride Team and to support each riders for the next two seasons. Its team manager’s energy and the strong potential of its pilots seduced us straight away. We were looking for a team to join and an international adventure to share and confirm our product offer competitiveness. The partnership represents for us a real showcase of what is our offer in Dh, Freeride, Dirt and 4X.
Working with all the team’s sponsors and selling their products will help us being able to advise better our customers.”

Our official 2012 team presentation will be held a few days before the first World Cup in March where we will unveil our gear sponsor and other news.

We would like to thank everyone from our sponsors to the media to our fans for their support. The future has never been so exciting and our adventure keeps going with the same core ideal : DREAM RIDE SHARE.

Renthal Cycling Accepting Sponsorship Applications

"Welcome to the Renthal Cycling Support Center. We sponsor the Worlds fastest racers, with 4 World Championship Gold medals won on Renthal products in just two short years. Coming from a motorcross background, with 153 World and 132 USA titles we are now applying our expertise and products to the world of cycling -  no other performance component manufacturer comes close.  It is the ability to use the World’s best race teams and riders to constantly develop and improve our products that gives us the winning edge over our competitors.

We are able to provide various levels of sponsorship to our riders - from local level amateurs to national champions.  Any racer looking to work hard and give Renthal a positive representation on and off the track may apply."

This website is for sponsorship requests whithin the United States, to apply for sponsorship outside the United States, please contact the local Renthal distributor for your area.  Our worldwide distributors are our eyes and ears for each market we sell to and they are the experts in their area.  Click the following link to see who handles Renthal in your country, Renthal Worldwide Distributors.

       

Renthal Cycling Sponsorship Page

2012 Nukeproof Complete Bikes Announced

New for 2012, Nukeproof complete bike builds based on our highly acclaimed framesets available in Comp & Pro build options!

Take to the Alps with the Nukeproof Mega AM Pro; built around our race proven Mega AM frame which has evolved from a prototype that placed highly in the 2009 Megavalanche event. The Mega Comp features a high end component spec that will offer high levels of performance in your local Enduro events yet be ready for the starting beeps when the Megavalnche rolls around!

Hrdroformed Double-Welded 6061 Aluminium Frame & RockShox Lyrik RC Fork
Our custom drawn hydrofoormed double-welded 6061 aluminium frame offers 150mm rear travel and designed to match with 150-170mm forks up front. The Mega is a versatile frame that combines plush descending prowess with pedalling efficiency. Utilizing our 'Erosion' linkage giving a smooth progressive action with a well controlled mid-stroke to avoid wallowing under pedal loads; suspension travel is controlled by the RockShox Monarch air shock. The main bearing pivots are contained within a bespoke CNC-machined Bottom Bracket Assembly to ensure alignment, durability and precision. An asymmetric chainstay design gives clearance for a double front derailleur (with a 22t-36t chainring set up) and compatibility with all leading models of ISCG-05 mounted chain retention systems.Geometry is based around a 66deg head angle and 75deg seat angle, with a BB height of 13.69” for climbing and descending prowess. A 44mm headtube standard keeps the front of the bike light, with Nukeproof headset options allowing all fork steerer option compatibility.
A RockShox Lyrik RC2 DH fork presents a new level of performance for AM assaults with a balanced 160mm of infinitely adjustable air sprung travel. The Maxle Lite 20mm thru axle will provide positive tracking on the roughest rock strewn descents and increases front end stiffness and braking performance.

SRAM Pro Groupset
The Snap Pro features a full SRAM groupset. Shifting is taken care of with SRAM X7/X9 shifters and derailleur’s to deliver flawless performance and crisp gear shifts. The SRAM X0 2x10 chainset is at the heart of the transmission and when paired with the 11-36t cassette provides the perfect blend of lightweight performance with a gear ratio that will make short work of the steepest ascents!
The RockShox Reverb seatpost is a revelation in terms of increasing your enjoyment. With a simple flick of the bar mounted remote lever you can drop the saddle height for increased standover clearance for descending and at the flick of a switch raise it again for climbing increasing the bikes race ready credentials.
Avid X0 hydraulic disc brakes are paired up with 180mm rotors front and rear providing powerful, fade free braking in any conditions.
Nukeproof Finishing Kit
Finishing kit is our own tried and tested Warhead series of components. Our Generator Race wheelset combine low weight in a bombproof build for all-day epics. Steering is precise and sharp with our Warhead 760 riser bars and Warhead stem combination with our lock-on grips ensuring you never come un-stuck! Our Warhead plasma “Mega” edition saddle completes the build adding unique style.


Specifications
•Frame: Hydroformed Double-Welded 6061 Aluminium Single Pivot Design Featuring Erosion Linkage Driven Suspension, 150mm Travel
•Rear Shock: RockShox Monarch
•Forks: RockShox Lyrik RC2 DH SoloAir, 160mm Travel, Tapered Steerer, Maxle Lite 20mm Axle
•Handlebars: Nukeproof Warhead 760 Riser Bar, 25mm Rise
•Stem: Nukeproof Warhead, 60mm
•Grips: Nukeproof Lock-On
•Headset: Nukeproof 44IETS
•Chainset: SRAM X0 DH GXP, 34t, 170mm
•Chainguide: Truvativ X0 ISCG05, 36-40t Black
•Chain: SRAM PC-1071
•Cassette: SRAM PG-1070, 11-36t, 10-Speed
•Shifter: SRAM X0
•Rear Derailleur: SRAM X0
•Brakes: Avid X0, 180mm Rotors
•Saddle: Nukeproof Plasma Mega
•Seatpost: RockShox Reverb
•Tyres: Maxxis High Roller Tubeless Front & Rear 26” x 2.35” MaxxPro 60a
•Wheelset: Nukeproof Generator Race, Thru Axle 110mm-20mm/135mm-12mm
•Weight: 13.7kg (Medium)

Step up a level with the Nukeproof Mega AM Comp; built around our race proven Mega AM frame which has evolved from a prototype that placed highly in the 2009 Megavalanche event. The Mega Comp features a high end component spec that will offer high levels of performance in your local Enduro events yet be ready for the starting beeps when the Megavalanche rolls around!

Hrdroformed Double-Welded 6061 Aluminium Frame & RockShox Lyrik RC Fork
Our custom drawn hydroformed double-welded 6061 aluminium frame offers 150mm rear travel and designed to match with 150-170mm forks up front. The Mega is a versatile frame that combines plush descending prowess with pedalling efficiency. Utilizing our 'Erosion' linkage giving a smooth progressive action with a well controlled mid-stroke to avoid wallowing under pedal loads; suspension travel is controlled by the RockShox Monarch air shock. The main bearing pivots are contained within a bespoke CNC-machined Bottom Bracket Assembly to ensure alignment, durability and precision. An asymmetric chainstay design gives clearance for a double front derailleur (with a 22t-36t chainring set up) and compatibility with all leading models of ISCG-05 mounted chain retention systems.Geometry is based around a 66deg head angle and 75deg seat angle, with a BB height of 13.69” for climbing and descending prowess. A 44mm headtube standard keeps the front of the bike light, with Nukeproof headset options allowing all fork steerer option compatibility.
A RockShox Lyrik SoloAir fork offers a balanced 160mm of infinitely adjustable air sprung travel. The Maxle Lite 20mm thru axle ensures positive tracking and increased stiffness under all conditions.

SRAM Comp Groupset
The Snap Comp features a full SRAM groupset. Shifting is taken care of with SRAM X7/X9 shifters and derailleur’s to deliver flawless performance and crisp gear shifts. The SRAM S1400 2x10 chainset offers an AM friendly gear ratio ensuring you can ascend the hills as easily as you can descend them!
Avid Elixir 7 hydraulic disc brakes are paired up with 180mm rotors front and rear providing fade free braking on all but the longest alpine descents.
Nukeproof Finishing Kit
Finishing kit is our own tried and tested Warhead series of components. Our Generator Race wheelset combine low weight in a bombproof build for all-day epics. Steering is precise and sharp with our Warhead 760 riser bars and Warhead stem combination with our lock-on grips ensuring you never come un-stuck! Our Warhead seatpost and plasma “Mega” edition saddle complete the build adding unique style.

Specifications
•Frame: Hydroformed Double-Welded 6061 Aluminium Single Pivot Design Featuring Erosion Linkage Driven Suspension, 150mm Travel
•Rear Shock: RockShox Monarch
•Forks: RockShox Lyrik RC SoloAir, 160mm Travel, Tapered Steerer, Maxle Lite 20mm Axle
•Handlebars: Nukeproof Warhead 760 Riser Bar, 25mm Rise
•Stem: Nukeproof Warhead, 60mm
•Grips: Nukeproof Lock-On
•Headset: Nukeproof 44IETS
•Chainset: SRAM S1400 2x10 GXP, 36/22t, 170mm
•Chain: SRAM PC-1031
•Cassette: SRAM PG-1030, 11-36t, 10-Speed
•Shifters: SRAM X7
•Rear Derailleur: SRAM X9
•Front Derailleur: SRAM X7
•Brakes: Avid Elixir 7, 180mm Rotors
•Saddle: Nukeproof Plasma Mega
•Seatpost: Nukeproof Warhead Inline
•Tyres: Maxxis High Roller Front & Rear 26” x 2.35” MaxxPro 60a
•Wheelset: Nukeproof Generator Race, Thru Axle 110mm-20mm/135mm-12mm
•Weight: 14.6kg (Medium

Race ready performance with pro build spec, the Nukeproof Scalp DH Pro; built around our World Cup proven Scalp DH frame which has been the weapon of choice for the ChainReactionCycles/

Nukeproof Team riders over the last two seasons.
The Scalp DH Comp offers a full race ready spec with World Cup ready potential; ultimate reliability and low maintenance come as standard!

Hydroformed Double-Welded 6061 Aluminium Frame & RockShox BoXXer RC Fork
Engineered from double-welded 6061 aluminium and tested by our team riders on courses in the UK and elsewhere, the Scalp is a slack and low-slung gravity sled built for the steepest, most technical and most challenging race runs the sport can throw up. Boasting a super-slack 63-degree head angle, 47.12 in wheelbase and 14” static BB height (medium size) the Scalp is characterised by its centrally-positioned shock and linkage system to keep the centre of gravity low. Rear hub spacing is standard 150mm while BB width is 83mm and the 1.5in headtube can be used in conjunction with the latest generation of Nukeproof headsets to cater for standard 1-1/8in fork steerers. Suspension-wise, the Scalp uses a single-pivot configuration with a unified rear triangle for optimum strength and stiffness. Its pull-link driven 'Fallout' linkage drives the shock in a three-stage progressive action - progressive throughout, with increasing progression at the beginning and end of the stroke, but a linearly progressive midstroke to avoid any spikes in damping. Huge 40mm diameter main pivot bearings are used with bearings mounted in machined faces in the swingarm, to provide maximum spacing and stiffness. Twin dogbones pull, rather than push, the swinglink giving a perfect progression rate, and allowing ride height tuning by swapping for different length links.
A Cane Creek Double Barrel controls the rear suspension with unlimited adjustability allowing the shock to be dialled in for any course conditions.
The RockShox BoXXer RC2 is a race proven platform and offers 200mm of buttery smooth coil sprung travel with the ability to swallow anything in its path! The Maxle Lite 20mm thru axle offers improved tracking and increases front end stiffness enhancing the handling characteristics and braking performance.

SRAM Pro Groupset
The Scalp DH Pro features a full top end SRAM groupset. The SRAM X9 shifter and X0 derailleur delivers flawless performance and crisp gear shifts time after time. The Truvativ Descendent chainset combines lightweight performance with rock solid construction to take the demands of full on World Cup level racing. The Truvativ X0 chainguide keeps the chain in place whilst offering impact protection to the chainring.
Avid X0 hydraulic disc brakes are paired up with 200mm rotors front and rear to provide reliable, consistent, fade free braking in all conditions.
Nukeproof Finishing Kit
Finishing kit is our own tried and tested Warhead series of components. Our Generator Race wheelset has been tried and tested in World Cup race conditions. Steering is precise and sharp with our Warhead 760 riser bars and Warhead BoXXer Direct Mount stem combination with our lock-on grips ensuring you never come un-stuck! Our Warhead seatpost and plasma “Scalp” edition saddle completes the build adding unique style.


Specifications
•Frame: Hydroformed Double-Welded 6061 Aluminium Single Pivot Design Featuring Fallout Linkage Driven Three Stage Progression Suspension, 209mm Travel
•Rear Shock: Cane Creek Double Barrel, 400lb Steel Spring
•Forks: RockShox BoXXer RC2, 200mm Travel, 20mm Maxle Lite Thru Axle
•Handlebars: Nukeproof Warhead 760 Riser Bar, 25mm Rise
•Stem: Nukeproof Warhead BoXXer Direct Mount
•Grips: Nukeproof Lock-On
•Headset: Nukeproof 49IISS
•Chainset: Truvativ Descendant GXP, 36t, 165mm
•Chainguide: Truvativ X0 ISCG05, 36-40t, Black
•Chain: SRAM PC-1051
•Cassette: SRAM PG-1070, 11-26t, 10-Speed
•Shifter: SRAM X9
•Rear Derailleur: SRAM X0
•Brakes: Avid X0, 200mm Rotors
•Saddle: Nukeproof Plasma Scalp
•Seatpost: Nukeproof Warhead Inline
•Tyres: Maxxis Minion DHF Front & Rear, 26” x 2.5” 42aST
•Wheelset: Nukeproof Generator Race, Thru Axle 110mm-20mm/150mm-12mm
•Weight: 17.9kg (Medium)

NUKEPROOF SCALP DH COMP

Race ready performance for the privateer racer, the Nukeproof Scalp DH Comp; built around our World Cup proven Scalp DH frame which has been the weapon of choice for the ChainReactionCycles/Nukeproof Team riders over the last two seasons.
The Scalp DH Comp offers a full race ready spec with World Cup ready potential.

Hydroformed Double-Welded 6061 Aluminium Frame & RockShox BoXXer RC Fork

Engineered from double-welded 6061 aluminium and tested by our team riders on courses in the UK and elsewhere, the Scalp is a slack and low-slung gravity sled built for the steepest, most technical and most challenging race runs the sport can throw up. Boasting a super-slack 63-degree head angle, 47.12 in wheelbase and 14” static BB height (medium size) the Scalp is characterised by its centrally-positioned shock and linkage system to keep the centre of gravity low.

Rear hub spacing is standard 150mm while BB width is 83mm and the 1.5in headtube can be used in conjunction with the latest generation of Nukeproof headsets to cater for standard 1-1/8in fork steerers. Suspension-wise, the Scalp uses a single-pivot configuration with a unified rear triangle for optimum strength and stiffness. Its pull-link driven 'Fallout' linkage drives the shock in a three-stage progressive action - progressive throughout, with increasing progression at the beginning and end of the stroke, but a linearly progressive midstroke to avoid any spikes in damping. Huge 40mm diameter main pivot bearings are used with bearings mounted in machined faces in the swingarm, to provide maximum spacing and stiffness. Twin dogbones pull, rather than push, the swinglink giving a perfect progression rate, and allowing ride height tuning by swapping for different length links.


Rear wheel travel is controlled by the race proven and ultimately reliable RockShox Vivid coil shock.
The RockShox BoXXer RC is a race proven platform and offers 200mm of buttery smooth coil sprung travel. This complements the rear suspension unit in both performance and travel. The Maxle Lite 20mm thru axle keeps the front end tight and improves tracking and braking performance in the roughest of rockgardens providing precise, responsive handling.


SRAM Comp Groupset

The Scalp DH Comp features a full SRAM groupset. The SRAM X7 shifter and X9 derailleur delivers flawless performance and crisp gear shifts. A Truvativ Hussefelt 1.1 DH chainset is designed for full on DH racing and will shrug off knock and hits with ease; the Truvativ X0 chainguide keeps the chain in place whilst offering protection to the chainring from impacts.
Avid Elixir 3 hydraulic disc brakes provide reliable and consistent braking when paired up with 200mm rotors offering great modulation and control.

Nukeproof Finishing Kit

Finishing kit is our own tried and tested Warhead series of components. Our Generator Race wheelset has been tried and tested in World Cup race conditions. Steering is precise and sharp with our Warhead 760 riser bars and Warhead BoXXer Direct Mount stem combination with our lock-on grips ensuring you never come un-stuck! Our Warhead seatpost and plasma “Scalp” edition saddle completes the build adding unique style.

Specifications

FRAME	Hydroformed Double-Welded 6061 Aluminium Single Pivot Design Featuring Fallout Linkage Driven Three Stage Progression Suspension, 209mm Travel
SHOCK	RockShox Vivid, 400lb Steel Spring
FORKS	RockShox BoXXer RC, 200mm Travel, 20mm Maxle Lite Thru Axle
HANDLEBARS	Nukeproof Warhead 760 Riser Bar,  25mm Rise
STEM	Nukeproof Warhead BoXXer Direct Mount
GRIPS	Nukeproof Lock-On
HEADSET	Nukeproof 44IETS
CHAINSET	Truvativ Hussefelt 1.1 DH, 36t, 165mm
CHAINGUIDE	Truvativ X0 ISCG05, 36-40t, Black
CHAIN	SRAM PC-1031
CASSETTE	SRAM PG-1050, 11-26t, 10-Speed
SHIFTER	SRAM X7
REAR MECH	SRAM X9
BRAKES	Avid Elixir 7, 200mm Rotors
SADDLE	Nukeproof Plasma Scalp
SEATPOST	Nukeproof Warhead Inline
TYRES	Maxxis Minion DHF Front & Rear, 26” x 2.5” 42aST
WHEELSET	Nukeproof Generator Race, Thru Axle 110mm-20mm/150mm-12mm
WEIGHT	18.9kg (Medium)