Downhill bikes are made to conquer the roughest terrain, steepest gradients, and biggest jumps — and the Nukeproof Dissent Carbon was born for it. With 200mm of travel front and rear, it’s ready for anything from your local woods to Morzine or Whistler — built to get you down fast, smooth, and in one piece. The Dissent has 'dropped in' at RedBull Rampage and stood on the podium at RedBull Hardline and World Cup Downhills, it's been proven on the toughest terrain in the world to make a better bike for everyone. The Triple Clamp DH fork and rear shock deliver buttery-smooth suspension feel, while simple DH gearing and powerful brakes keep things reliable when the trail gets wild. Whether you’re shredding laps with your mates, slapping on a race plate, or sending the biggest gaps, the Dissent Carbon has your back.
Features
Suspension kinematics
At the core of the Dissent 290c is an evolution of Nukeproof’s World Cup winning Fallout Linkage, refined to balance sensitivity, support and control. The latest carbon platform enabled further optimisation of the kinematics for improved small bump compliance and greater stability through the mid stroke. A high initial leverage rate gives a supple ground hugging response at the start of travel, while a progressive mid stroke provides predictable support and carries speed through rough sections and big impacts. Near the end of travel a carefully tuned regressive phase limits harsh bottom outs and helps riders use the full 200 mm efficiently. This refined curve increases traction and comfort and makes the shock easier to tune, allowing higher spring rates or the latest air shocks without losing suppleness. The result is a bike that feels planted, composed and adaptable across a wide range of tracks and terrain, from flat out World Cup courses to all day park laps.
Frame adaptability
Engineered to adapt to any track, terrain or riding style, the Dissent 290c Carbon is one of Nukeproof’s most versatile downhill frames. Built around the proven Fallout Linkage, it offers extensive adjustment so riders can fine tune every aspect of setup. A three position main pivot lets you set suspension progression at 21 percent, 25 percent or 28 percent to move from a plush park feel to full race precision. The adjustable reach headset provides plus minus 6 millimetres of range to balance fit and handling, while chainstay flip chips offer three wheelbase settings to prioritise stability or agility for the track at hand. Versatility extends to wheel configuration as well. You can run full 29 inch or mixed 29 and 27.5 inch by inverting a flip chip on the rear triangle. Geometry and suspension kinematics remain consistent so performance is unchanged across setups. Combined with the new NP1 to NP3 sizing structure, riders can achieve a truly personalised fit and ride feel, whether chasing split seconds, flowing through bike park berms or sending freeride lines. Dissent Carbon is not just a downhill bike, it is a platform for precise tuning and complete rider adaptability.
Advanced carbon frame construction
The Dissent 290c is the next evolution of Nukeproof’s proven downhill platform, reengineered in carbon. Using a blend of T700 and T800 high modulus carbon fibre, the chassis benefits from more complex shaping and precise tuning of stiffness, compliance and strength in each zone. This design freedom allowed engineers to refine ride characteristics for clearer feedback and control while maintaining durability. Weight was not the primary goal, yet the carbon frame achieves a reduction of 430 g compared to the previous aluminium version, resulting in a lighter, stiffer and more responsive bike. The layup process also enabled rapid prototyping and iteration, so every millimetre of geometry and linkage integration is optimised for maximum performance on the track.
Designed for World Cup performance and privateer practicality
The Dissent Carbon is engineered for performance and real world practicality. Every detail is specified to make ownership, servicing and racing straightforward season after season. Tube in tube cable routing simplifies setup and maintenance. Generous tyre clearance for up to 2.5 inches, a threaded bottom bracket and MAX bearings provide long term reliability in harsh conditions. Integrated bump stops protect the frame and fork crowns from impact, while 3D contoured rubber protection keeps the bike quiet and prevents damage from chain slap or rock strikes. All fasteners are chosen for practicality with easy access, sensible Allen key sizes and laser etched torque markings to make service work clear and repeatable. Combined with readily available spares and small parts, the result is less time in the workshop and more time on track.
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