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Submitted by
Skolachi
a Weekend Warrior
from Vancouver
Date Reviewed: September 22, 2001 | | Favorite Trail: | Kamloops singletrack | | Duration Product Used: | More than 3 years | | Price Paid: |
$1020.00 | | Purchased At: | Cove | | Strengths: | The standard applause for Kona's frame geometry. | | Weaknesses: | Frame dents easily and LX cranks/BB should be upgraded.
| | Bike Setup: | Riden completely stock for 3+ years, except for Panaracer SK/SS, Shimano XT crankset. | | Bottom Line: | If you are a tall rider, be sure to ride a Kona before you buy anything else. I'm 6'5", and I bought a '98 Pahoehoe on the spot after riding Rocky (Oxygen Race) and Giant (8500)...I would mention frame geometry, etc. if I knew what I was talking about, but I don't - so just make sure to ride one. You'll see what I mean. After 3 years, I am extremely happy with the bike, except for some flex in the LX cranks when climbing. No severe problems in 3+ yrs (probably thanks to the guys at Cove). Dented frame? Who cares. An ideal ride for singletrack XC, climbing in hardpack. | Value Rating: Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Andrea
a cross-country rider
from Flamborough, Ontario Canada
Date Reviewed: June 13, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
Thumbs up to this bike!!! I love everything about it! This bike has great
components. Kona has upgraded the forks from last years model AA, to
Marzocchi Z3 Light. Kona's Break and Enter tires go thru mud with no problems.
I find the Avid Single-Digit 20RW brakes stop on a dime. They don't squeel.
The Shimano Deore XT Rapidfire shifters are real smooth. I find that I am able
to go up hills alot easier with this bike for a few reasons, tires, lightness,
and the Ritchey Logic Pedal. First time using clipless and what a difference! I am able to power the bike alot more. Anyone who is not sure about
clipless should definately try it, it makes a difference! | Overall Rating: |
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