Kona Rove AL 650 2022 Bike
Brand | Kona |
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Colour | Blue |
Suitable for | Everyone |
Wheel Size | 650b |
Kona has deep roots in the development of what mountain bikes have become today. Since the company's inception in 1988 it has been under the same founding members' wings, and their staff are passionate about the empowerment of the bicycle. Today their range is vast, spanning across nearly all disciplines and offering models at all price points to reach a broad market of cyclists.
You may ask yourself, “What is this 650b semi-plump tire trend anyway?” Perhaps you’re gravel-curious, but not quite sure of how often you’ll really want to push your limits off the paved road. That, my friend, is what the Rove AL 650 is here for. It’s the road biker’s gravel/touring/do-it-all steed. It welcomes bigger tire clearance and more comfortable geometry. It provides everything you need for a fast, comfortable ride and nothing you don’t. It’s the perfect bike for commuting, partaking in weekend warrior adventures, or diving deeper into longer tours.
Kona 6061 Aluminium
Kona 7005 and 6061 Aluminum alloys are used extensively throughout our fleet of mountain and asphalt bicycles. A tough, durable, light alloy, both Kona 7005 and 6061 deliver fantastic, reliable performance that lasts for thousands of rides. Much of our 7005/6061 tubing is butted and/or formed, meaning the tubing’s wall thickness can be increased or decreased, as well as shaped, so we can fine-tune a particular frame’s strength and ride characteristics depending on its intended application.
Internal Headset
Bearing cups are actually pressed into the frame and are easily removable. An internal headset also reduces stack height, so the height of the stem and bars are more adjustable, giving the rider the best fit possible.
650b Wheels
650b wheels and tires have a similar overall diameter to a traditional 700c gravel or commuting tire, but with a smaller diameter rim and a wider, taller tire. The extra air volume in this new generation of urban and mixed-surface tires means they can be run comfortably at lower pressures while still rolling quickly on a variety of surfaces. It’s the best of both worlds.
Specifications
Frame and Forks
- Frame: Kona 6061 Aluminum Butted
- Fork: Kona Project Two Aluminum Disc
- Headset: Feimin FP-H863
Drivetrain
- Crankarms: Samox
- Chainrings: 34 / 50 Tooth
- Bottom Bracket: Eturnity ETN52
- Chain: KMC Z8.3
- Freewheel: Shimano Claris 11-34 Tooth 8 Speed
- Front and Rear Derailleur: Shimano Claris
Braking/Shifting
- Brake Callipers: Tektro Mira CX Mechanical
- Brake Discs: Tektro TR160 160mm
- Brake Levers: Shimano Claris
- Shifters: Shimano Claris
Wheels
- Front Hub: Formula 100x9mm
- Rear Hub: Formula 135x10mm
- Spokes: Stainless Black 14g
- Rims: WTB SX19
- Tyres: WTB Venture Comp 650x47c
Finishing Kit
- Handlebar: Kona Road
- Stem: Kona Road
- Seatpost: Kona Thumb w/Offset 27.2mm
- Seat Clamp: Kona Road
- Saddle: Kona Road
- Grips: Kona Cork Tape