Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox Judy Silver TK
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Groupset Deore, FSA -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
152cm - 170cm
MD
157cm - 182cm
LG
175cm - 195cm
XL
180cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Kona Race Light 6061 Aluminum Butted
Suspension Fork
RockShox Judy Silver TK Solo Air 100mm
Rear Shock
n/a
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Front Derailleur
n/a
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore
Cassette
Shimano Deore 11-51t 11spd
Crank
FSA Alpha Drive 1x, 28t
Bottom Bracket
FSA 7420 73mm
Chain
KMC X11
Chain Guide
n/a
Pedals
Kona JS2
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula 100x9mm (centerlock)
Rear Hub
Shimano 135x10mm (centerlock)
Rims
WTB ST i27 TCS 2.0
Spokes
Stainless Black 14g
Tires
Maxxis Forekaster 27.5x2.35"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT201 Hydraulic
Brake Levers
Shimano MT201 Hydraulic
Disk Rotors
Shimano RT10 180mm (centerlock)
Cockpit
Stem
Kona XC
Handlebar
Kona XC/BC Riser
Grips
Kona Key Grip Slip on
Headset
FSA No.57B
Seat
Saddle
Kona XC
Seatpost
Kona Thumb 31.6mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.41 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.3 mm | 1.24 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 305 mm | 305 mm | 305 mm | 305 mm |
| Front Center | 678 mm | 709 mm | 737 mm | 778 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 98 mm | 98 mm | 98 mm | 98 mm |
| Stack | 589 mm | 603 mm | 612 mm | 626 mm |
| Reach | 419 mm | 444 mm | 469 mm | 504 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 576 mm | 604 mm | 632 mm | 671 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 75 ° | 75 ° | 75 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 370 mm | 420 mm | 470 mm | 530 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 115 mm | 125 mm | 140 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1113 mm | 1143 mm | 1172 mm | 1212 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Standover Height | 714 mm | 723 mm | 729 mm | 752 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 152 cm | 157 cm | 175 cm | 180 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 170 cm | 182 cm | 195 cm | 195 cm |
About this model
Blast is a Kona Blast model. Kona released 13 bikes variations of this model so far.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 1049$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 81.6% smaller.
Blast components
Fork
The Blast comes factory-installed with the RockShox Judy Silver TK fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Kona Blast 2021, has a 27.5″ aluminum model. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Kona Blast is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
Blast comes in 4 sizes, that range from 152 cm – 195 cm (4.99 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.