Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Steel -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Rival 1, SRAM -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
48cm
147cm - 160cm
50cm
152cm - 170cm
52cm
157cm - 182cm
54cm
167cm - 188cm
56cm
175cm - 195cm
58cm
180cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Kona Butted Cromoly
Suspension Fork
Kona Project Two Cromoly Disc
Rear Shock
n/a
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Rival 1
Front Derailleur
n/a
Shift Levers
SRAM Rival 1
Cassette
SRAM PG1130 11-42t 11spd
Crank
SRAM S350, 40t X-Sync
Bottom Bracket
SRAM GXP 68mm
Chain
SRAM PC1110
Chain Guide
n/a
Pedals
n/a
Wheels
Front Hub
Alex Boondocks Wheelset 100x12mm
Rear Hub
Alex Boondocks Wheelset 142x12mm
Rims
Alex Boondocks Wheelset
Spokes
Alex Boondocks Wheelset
Tires
Clement X'Plor MSO Tubeless 700x36c
Brakes
Brakes
TRP Spyre C Flat Mount
Brake Levers
SRAM Rival 1
Disk Rotors
TRP 160mm
Cockpit
Stem
Kona Road
Handlebar
Kona Road
Grips
Kona Cork Tape
Headset
FSA TH848
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Comp
Seatpost
Kona Thumb w/Offset 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 48cm | 50cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.43 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.49 mm | 1.53 mm | 1.56 mm | 1.58 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 278 mm | 278 mm | 280 mm | 280 mm | 282 mm | 282 mm |
| Front Center | 587 mm | 599 mm | 606 mm | 618 mm | 624 mm | 639 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 76 mm | 76 mm | 73 mm | 73 mm | 68 mm | 69 mm |
| Stack | 525 mm | 545 mm | 565 mm | 585 mm | 605 mm | 625 mm |
| Reach | 368 mm | 373 mm | 378 mm | 383 mm | 387 mm | 395 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 510 mm | 526 mm | 541 mm | 558 mm | 574 mm | 594 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 480 mm | 500 mm | 520 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm | 580 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 83 mm | 104 mm | 126 mm | 147 mm | 168 mm | 189 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 430 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1006 mm | 1018 mm | 1026 mm | 1038 mm | 1045 mm | 1059 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 74 mm | 74 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Standover Height | 735 mm | 755 mm | 775 mm | 795 mm | 815 mm | 835 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 147 cm | 152 cm | 157 cm | 167 cm | 175 cm | 180 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 160 cm | 170 cm | 182 cm | 188 cm | 195 cm | 195 cm |
About this model
Rove ST belongs to the Kona Rove model. Kona launched 49 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Kona Rove bikes models from 2018, here.
Model range prices
Kona Rove 2018 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 849$. Kona Rove LTD 2018 on the other hand costs 3599$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Gravel bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Gravel bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2462$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Gravel bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
At the moment of the release date, Kona Rove ST price was 1499$. Comparing this to the average Gravel bike price, we see that the price is 64.24% lower.
Rove ST components
Fork material
The fork is made out of steel, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Rove ST model has 700c aluminum wheels. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Rove ST comes with Mechanical Disc brakes. These brakes are also very popular, and a lot cheaper than hydraulic disk brakes. However, with hydraulic disk brakes, you have the ultimate braking power!
Sizes
There are 6 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 147 cm – 195 cm (4.82 ft – 6.4 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.