Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Deore, Altus -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Kona 6061 Aluminum Butted
Suspension Fork
Kona Project Two
Rear Shock
n/a
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus
Shift Levers
Shimano Alivio
Cassette
Shimano Acera 11-34t 9spd
Crank
22/30/40t
Bottom Bracket
Shimano
Chain
KMC X9
Chain Guide
n/a
Pedals
Wellgo Platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Joytech
Rear Hub
Joytech
Rims
WTB SX19
Spokes
Stainless 15g fr / 14g rr
Tires
Schwalbe Big Apple 700x50c
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Alivio
Brake Levers
Shimano Alivio
Disk Rotors
Shimano Deore 160mm
Cockpit
Stem
Kona Road
Handlebar
Kona XC/BC
Grips
Kona S-LOG
Headset
FSA ZST No. 10P
Seat
Saddle
Kona Road
Seatpost
Kona Thumb w/Offset
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM/MD | MD | MD/LG | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.44 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.53 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 287 mm | 287 mm | 292 mm | 292 mm | 292 mm |
| Front Center | 639 mm | 649 mm | 655 mm | 670 mm | 685 mm |
| Rake | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Trail | 71 mm | 71 mm | 68 mm | 67 mm | 66 mm |
| Stack | 585 mm | 600 mm | 616 mm | 634 mm | 658 mm |
| Reach | 405 mm | 411 mm | 416 mm | 424 mm | 430 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 566 mm | 581 mm | 596 mm | 616 mm | 636 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 440 mm | 480 mm | 510 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 115 mm | 130 mm | 150 mm | 170 mm | 195 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 451 mm | 451 mm | 451 mm | 451 mm | 451 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1082 mm | 1093 mm | 1100 mm | 1115 mm | 1130 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 62 mm | 62 mm | 57 mm | 57 mm | 57 mm |
| Standover Height | 721 mm | 756 mm | 791 mm | 816 mm | 836 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
Big Rove AL is a Kona Rove model. There are 49 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Kona Rove bikes models from 2016, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Kona Rove AL 2016 has a starting price of 899$. Kona Rove ST 2016 on the other hand is the most expensive at 1599$.
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.
Average price for Gravel bikes
If you want an acceptable Gravel bike you should know that the average price is 2462$. However, you could also get a good Gravel bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
When Kona released this model in 2016, its price was 899$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Big Rove AL price is 173.86% lower than the average cost of a Gravel bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of steel, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels
The Big Rove AL 2016 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Kona Big Rove AL is equipped with Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.