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 30 Silver TK
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Groupset Deore, Alivio -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
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
Suspension Fork
RockShox 30 Silver TK Coil Spring 100mm
Rear Shock
n/a
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Front Derailleur
Shimano Alivio
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus
Cassette
Shimano Acera 11-34t 9spd
Crank
22/30/40t
Bottom Bracket
Shimano ES300
Chain
KMC Z99 or KMC X9
Chain Guide
n/a
Pedals
Wellgo Platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Joytech 100x9mm
Rear Hub
Shimano 135x10mm (centerlock)
Rims
WTB SX 23 or Double Wall alloy
Spokes
Stainless Black 15g fr / 14g rr
Tires
Maxxis Ardent 27.5x2.25" or Schwalbe Rapid Rob K-Guard 27.5x2.25"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Hydraulic Disc
Brake Levers
Shimano Hydraulic Disc
Disk Rotors
Shimano RT10 180mm (centerlock)
Cockpit
Stem
Kona XC
Handlebar
Kona XC/BC Riser
Grips
Kona Race Light
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 | 1.46 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.29 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 304 mm | 304 mm | 304 mm | 304 mm |
| Front Center | 660 mm | 691 mm | 719 mm | 754 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 96 mm | 95 mm | 95 mm | 95 mm |
| Stack | 591 mm | 605 mm | 614 mm | 628 mm |
| Reach | 406 mm | 431 mm | 455 mm | 485 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 574 mm | 603 mm | 630 mm | 664 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 370 mm | 420 mm | 470 mm | 530 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 115 mm | 125 mm | 140 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 429 mm | 429 mm | 429 mm | 429 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1084 mm | 1115 mm | 1143 mm | 1178 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Standover Height | 699 mm | 734 mm | 769 mm | 814 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 completes the Kona Blast model. Kona released 13 bikes variations of this model so far.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Crosscountry bike that is reliable is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
At the moment of the release date, Kona Blast price was 899$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Blast price is 111.9% lower than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Blast components
Fork
Kona Blast 2017 bike is equipped with the RockShox 30 Silver TK fork, and has 100mm travel. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Blast model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. These wheels will provide you with more control over the bike. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Kona Blast has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 152 cm – 195 cm (4.99 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.