Nukeproof reveals a range of bikes for the future Sam Hills in your family: the Nukeproof Cub Scout.
Launching the bikes, which will be available on sale from 14th February (just in time for half term, perhaps), Nukeproof says:
“In-line with most new products to come from Nukeproof; the addition of the kid’s bike range was mostly inspired by our own selfish needs. Lots of our staff and racers such as Nigel Page & Sam Hill, now have young families and there is nothing better than getting the kids out on the trails to enjoy two wheels with Mum and Dad.“
“The new Cub-Scout is not just another kids bike: taking inspiration from our award-winning Scout adult hardtail range. No matter the wheel size; the Cub-Scout has been designed from the ground-up as a proper mini-hardtail bike. Designed to allow kids enjoy shredding off road, learn the ropes of riding, inspire confidence and act as the perfect platform for progression. Developed and tested with the help of our own kids, we have created a class leading lightweight kids bike range to inspire and nurture budding future World Cup or EWS winners!”
There are three models in the range – 20, 24 and 26 inch wheels. Each comes in one frame size, and with two build options – the lower priced and slightly heavier ‘Sport’ and the higher specced ‘Race’. Which is right for your sproglet? Check out the size chart:
| Cub-Scout | 20″ | 24″ | 26″ |
| Frame Size | One Size | One Size | One Size |
| Recommended Rider Height (Imperial) | 3′ 9″ – 4′ 4″ | 4′ 1″ – 4′ 6″ | 4′ 5″ – 5′ 1″ |
| Recommended Rider Height (Metric) | 120 – 136cm | 127 – 142cm | 140 – 158cm |
| Recommended Inside Leg (Imperial) | 20″ – 24″ | 22″ – 26″ | 25″ – 28″ |
| Recommended Inside Leg (Metric) | 52 – 61cm | 57 – 66cm | 64 – 70cm |
Nukeproof Cub Scout Weights
- 20″ Race – 10.8kg/23.7lb
- 20″ Sport – 10.9kg/24lb
- 24″ Race – 11.3kg/24.9lb
- 24″ Sport – 12.3kg/27lb
- 26″ Race – 12kg/26.4lb
- 26″ Sport – 12.1kg/26.6lb
Cub Scout 20” Sport
- SRP: £599 / USD $ 599
- Nukeproof 20”+ Rigid fork
- Tektro M276 Hydraulic Disc Brakes with short stroke levers for smaller hands
- 8-Speed Shimano M310 Altus
- Nukeproof Neutron Jr Saddle
- Nukeproof Neutron Jr Handlebar (20” – 600mm)
- Nukeproof Neutron Jr Grips
- 127mm Samox Square Taper Crank
- WTB STi 30 TCS Rims (Tubeless Ready)
- Large Volume 2.6” Vee Rubber Tyres to ensure grip and a smooth ride
Cub Scout 20” Race
As Sport, plus:
- SRP: £899 / $899
- Upgraded Tektro M291 Hydraulic Disc Brakes with short stroke levers for smaller hands
- 9-Speed SRAM X5
- Manitou Machete Junit Expert Air Suspension forks with custom optimised damping for lighter riders
- Large Volume 2.4”/2.25” Vee Rubber Tyres to ensure grip and a smooth ride
Cub Scout 24” Sport
- SRP: £699 / $699
- Spinner 300 24-15 Air Suspension forks with custom optimised damping for lighter riders
- Tektro M276 Hydraulic Disc Brakes with short stroke levers for smaller hands
- 9-Speed Shimano Altus M2000
- Nukeproof Neutron Jr Saddle
- Nukeproof Neutron Jr Handlebar (24” – 640mm)
- Nukeproof Neutron Jr Grips
- 140mm Samox Square Taper Crank
- WTB STi 30 TCS Rims (Tubeless Ready)
- Large Volume 2.4”/2.25” Vee Rubber Tyres to ensure grip and a smooth ride
Cub Scout 24” Race
As Sport, plus:
- SRP: £999 / $999
- Upgraded Tektro M291 Hydraulic Disc Brakes with short stroke levers for smaller hands
- 10-Speed Shimano Deore M6000
- Manitou Machete Junit Expert Air Suspension forks with custom optimised damping for lighter riders
- Large Volume 2.4” Maxxis Minion DHF Tubeless ready Tyres
Cub Scout 26” Sport
- SRP: £749 / $749
- X-Fusion RC32 Air Suspension forks
- Tektro M276 Hydraulic Disc Brakes with short stroke levers for smaller hands
- 9-Speed Shimano Altus M2000
- Nukeproof Neutron Jr Saddle
- Nukeproof Neutron Jr Handlebar (26” – 700mm)
- Nukeproof Neutron Jr Grips
- 160mm Sunrace Square Taper Crank
- WTB STi 30 TCS Rims (Tubeless Ready)
- Large Volume 2.5” Maxxis Minion DHF Tubeless ready Tyres
Cub Scout 26” Race
As Sport, plus:
- SRP: £999 / $999
- Upgraded Tektro M291 Hydraulic Disc Brakes with short stroke levers for smaller hands
- 10-Speed Shimano Deore M6000
- Manitou Markhor TS Air Suspension forks with custom optimised damping for lighter riders
- 160mm SR Suntour Zeron 2-piece Crank
- WTB STi 30 TCS Rims (Tubeless Ready)
- Large Volume 2.5” Maxxis Minion DHF Tubeless ready Tyres
Nukeproof Cub Scout Geometry
| Cub-Scout | 20″ | 24″ | 26″ |
| Frame Size | One Size | One Size | One Size |
| (ST) Seattube Length | 265mm | 320mm | 360mm |
| (TTe) Effective Top Tube Length | 459mm | 503.5mm | 550mm |
| (HT) Headtube Length | 100mm | 100mm | 100mm |
| (Ha) Headtube Angle | 66.5° | 66.5° | 66° |
| (WB) Wheelbase | 894mm | 993mm | 1076.5mm |
| (CS) Chainstay Length | 355mm | 405mm | 420mm |
| (STe) Effective Seattube Angle | 72.5° | 72.5° | 72.75° |
| (BB) Bottom Bracket Drop | -35mm | -45mm | -47mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 240mm | 321.5mm | 296.5mm |
| (Re) Reach | 311mm | 333mm | 366mm |
| Stack | 467.5mm | 542mm | 592mm |
| Fork Travel | 80mm | 100mm | 120mm |
| Fork Offset | 38mm | 38mm | 46mm |
| Axle to Crown | 385mm | 455mm | 514mm |
| Seat Post Diameter | 27.2mm | 27.2mm | 27.2mm |
| Bottom Bracket Type | Threaded 68mm BSA | Threaded 68mm BSA | Threaded 68mm BSA |
| Headset Type | 44mm/44mm Semi-Integrated | 44mm/44mm Semi-Integrated | 44mm/44mm Semi-Integrated |
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A nice bit of sloppy Delamere action!
Hard to resist those water splashes at age 47 never mind 10!
Bikes look good.
Any ideas on weights?
Look like cracking bikes.
@dirkpitt74 weights are in the story! Below the size guide.
@stwhannah – DOH! missed those when reading the article lol