Everything we have learned has gone into creating this year’s Blast, nearly three decades of life loving the trail. This is the perfect ride for anyone looking to go farther and deeper down the endless trail of smile-cracking, wicked good times.
Frame Features:
A from-the-ground-up re-think of our hardtail mountain bikes. First, we’re introducing size increments that ensure we hit every type of rider. Now you can get closer to having a custom fit between a size structure (S, M, L, XL) that’s consistent across our entire range of mountain bikes. New aspects of the geometry are related to the ride and handling, with slacker head tube angles, lower bottom brackets and shorter chainstays. The result is a more capable bike for more challenging terrain, without comprising speed and efficiency when under power.
Frame Material | Kona Race Light 6061 Aluminum |
Sizes | S, M, L, XL |
Rear Shock | n/a |
Fork | RockShox 30 Silver TK 100mm |
Crankarms | Shimano Alivio |
Chainrings | 22/30/40t |
B/B | Shimano ES300 |
Pedals | Wellgo Platform |
Chain | KMC Z99 |
Cassette | Shimano HG200 11-34t 9spd |
Chainguide | n/a |
F/D | Shimano Alivio |
R/D | Shimano Deore |
Shifters | Shimano Altus |
Brake Calipers | Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
Front Brake Rotor | Shimano 180mm (centerlock) |
Rear Brake Rotor | Shimano 160mm (centerlock) |
Brake Levers | Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
Headset | TH ZST No.10 |
Handlebar | Kona XC/BC Riser |
Stem | Kona XC |
Seatpost | Kona Thumb |
Seat Clamp | Kona QR |
Grips | Kona Race Light |
Saddle | Kona XC |
Front Hub | Shimano Disc Centerlock |
Rear Hub | Shimano Disc Centerlock |
Spokes | Sandvik Stainless 15g fr / 14g rr Black |
Rims | WTB SX 19 |
Front Tire | Maxxis Ardent 27.5x2.25" |
Rear Tire | Maxxis Crossmark 27.5x2.1" |
Paint Color | Gloss Burnt Orange w/ White & Black Decals |
Extras | n/a |
Size | S | M | L | XL | |
1 | Reach | 402.0 | 427.0 | 451.0 | 481.0 |
2 | Stack | 587.0 | 601.0 | 610.0 | 624.0 |
3 | HT Angle | 68.5 | 68.5 | 68.5 | 68.5 |
4 | HT Length | 100.0 | 115.0 | 125.0 | 140.0 |
5 | ST Angle | 74.0 | 74.0 | 74.0 | 74.0 |
6 | ST Length | 370.0 | 420.0 | 470.0 | 530.0 |
7 | CS Length | 425.0 | 425.0 | 425.0 | 425.0 |
8 | BB Drop | 50.0 | 50.0 | 50.0 | 50.0 |
9 | Wheelbase | 1080.0 | 1111.0 | 1139.0 | 1174.0 |
10 | Front Center | 660.0 | 691.0 | 719.0 | 754.0 |
11 | Fork Length | 490.0 | 490.0 | 490.0 | 490.0 |
12 | Fork Offset | 42.0 | 42.0 | 42.0 | 42.0 |
13 | TT Length | 570.0 | 599.0 | 626.0 | 660.0 |
14 | Standover | 655.0 | 700.0 | 740.0 | 790.0 |
Size | S | M | L | XL | |
1 | Reach | 15.8 | 16.8 | 17.8 | 18.9 |
2 | Stack | 23.1 | 23.7 | 24.0 | 24.6 |
3 | HT Angle | 68.5 | 68.5 | 68.5 | 68.5 |
4 | HT Length | 3.9 | 4.5 | 4.9 | 5.5 |
5 | ST Angle | 74.0 | 74.0 | 74.0 | 74.0 |
6 | ST Length | 14.6 | 16.5 | 18.5 | 20.9 |
7 | CS Length | 16.7 | 16.7 | 16.7 | 16.7 |
8 | BB Drop | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 |
9 | Wheelbase | 42.5 | 43.7 | 44.8 | 46.2 |
10 | Front Center | 26.0 | 27.2 | 28.3 | 29.7 |
11 | Fork Length | 19.3 | 19.3 | 19.3 | 19.3 |
12 | Fork Offset | 1.7 | 1.7 | 1.7 | 1.7 |
13 | TT Length | 22.4 | 23.6 | 24.6 | 26.0 |
14 | Standover | 25.8 | 27.6 | 29.1 | 31.1 |
Height/Inches | Height/Metric | Inseam/Inches | Inseam/Metric | Road | CX/Freerange | Asphalt | CoCo |
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4'10" - 5'1" | 147 - 155 cm | 25” - 27” | 64 - 69 cm | 48 | Small | Small | |
5'0" - 5'3" | 152 - 160 cm | 26" - 28" | 66 - 71 cm | 49 cm | 48/49/49.5 | Small, Small Medium | Small, Medium |
5'2" - 5'7" | 157 - 170 cm | 27" - 29" | 69 - 74 cm | 49/52/53 cm | 49/49.5/51/53 | Small Medium, Medium | Medium, Large |
5'6" - 5'11" | 168 - 180 cm | 29" - 31" | 74 - 79 cm | 53/54/56 cm | 51/53/54/56 | Medium, Medium Large | Medium, Large |
5'10" - 6'3" | 178 - 190 cm | 31" - 33" | 79 - 84 cm | 56/58/59 cm | 54/56/57/59 | Medium Large, Large | Large, XL |
6'2" - 6'5" | 188 - 196 cm | 33" - 36" | 84 - 91 cm | 61 cm | 59/61/63 | Large, XL | N/A |
Height/Inches | Height/Metric | Inseam/Inches | Inseam/Metric | Crosstrail | MTB Trail/Fat | All Mountain/Enduro | Gravity |
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4'10" - 5'1" | 147 - 155 cm | 24” - 27” | 61 - 69 cm | Small | XS/Small | XS/Small | Small |
5'0" - 5'3" | 152 - 160 cm | 26" - 29" | 66 - 74 cm | Small, Medium | Small, Medium | Small | Small |
5'2" - 5'7" | 157 - 170 cm | 27" - 30" | 69 - 76 cm | Small, Medium | Small, Medium | Small/Medium | Small/Medium |
5'6" - 5'10" | 168 - 178 cm | 29" - 31" | 74 - 79 cm | Small, Medium, Large | Small, Medium, Large | Small/Medium | Small/Medium |
5'9" - 6'0" | 175 - 183 cm | 30" - 33" | 76 - 84 cm | Medium, Large | Medium, Large | Medium/Large | Medium/Large |
5'11" - 6'2" | 180 - 188 cm | 32" - 35" | 81 - 89 cm | Medium, Large, XL | Medium, Large, XL | Large/XL | Medium/Large |
6'1" - 6'5" | 185 - 196 cm | 33" - 36" | 84 - 91 cm | Large, XL | Large, XL | Large/XL | Large |
Introducing a new platform grouping for 2016: the Originals—our ever-evolving Kona staples that have graced millions of miles of trail the world over. From the cult flow of the fully rigid, singlespeed Unit, to the storied performance and reliability of the Cinder Cone, Blast, Explosif and Lana’i. These are the bikes that built our reputation. And we build them today with innovation that never sleeps and performance that makes the Kona Ride as sweet as honey.
Kona Race Light 7005/6061 are lighter, more performance-oriented fabrications of our 7005/6061 tubing. Designed to meet Kona’s discerning race specifications, Race Light 7005/6061 use custom butting to create thicker tubes at weld areas and important parts of the frame, providing incredible strength and torsional integrity to the feel of the ride. We remove wall thickness in other parts of the frameset to lighten up the bike, giving the perfect balance between quickness and stiffness.
2016 Kona Race Light 7005/6061 bikes: , Hei Hei DL Trail, Hei Hei Trail , Kahuna DDL , Kahuna DL , Mohala , Jake the Snake , Jake , Private Jake
The major benefit of an internal headset, whereby the bearing cups are actually pressed into the frame and are easily removable, is the extra layer of protection it provides the bearings against the elements. 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.
Register a new 2016 Kona bike within three months of purchase, and the original owner qualifies the Kona frame for a free Lifetime Warranty. Note: this does not apply to Kona Carbon models.
ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON COMPLETE BICYCLE
Kona warrants to the original owner that this new Kona bicycle shall be free of defective materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of original purchase in the United States or Canada and operated under normal conditions and use. During this one-year period, Kona shall repair or replace, at its sole option, all parts that are found by Kona to be defective and subject to this limited warranty. The original owner shall pay all labor charges connected with the repair or replacement of all parts.
LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY ON BICYCLE FRAME
When warranty on non-carbon Kona bikes and frames is NOT registered within three months of purchase, Kona warrants to the original owner that the frame of this new Kona bicycle purchased from an authorized Kona dealer shall be free of defective materials or workmanship for a three-year period. IF THE WARRANTY IS REGISTERED WITH KONA WITHIN THREE MONTHS AFTER THE PURCHASE OF THE BICYCLE, THE WARRANTY IS EXTENDED FOR THE LIFETIME OF THE ORIGINAL OWNER, with the exception of carbon bikes and frames. During warranty period, Kona shall repair or replace, at its sole option, the bicycle frame if Kona determines the frame is defective and subject to this limited warranty. The original owner shall pay all labor and shipping charges connected with the repair or replacement of the bicycle frame. Please see the Kona owner’s manual, provided with your bicycle, for additional information.
Note: this Limited Lifetime Warranty applies to purchases from Kona U.S.A., Kona Canada and Kona Europe.
The benefits of the 27.5-inch wheel are simple: they roll over obstacles and track better than 26-inch wheels, but are more maneuverable and nimble than 29-inch ones. They are, quite literally, the best of both worlds, effectively increasing overall performance and rider confidence.