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The masses have flocked to the Libre. It’s known for its ability to crush big rides, carry tons of gear, perform jaw-dropping skids, and may or may not have been tested by wheelieing with one hand while holding a beer in the other. Who knows. Featuring our Carbon Verso fork with its multitude of carrying capabilities, the Libre is the more budget-friendly version of our badass gravel adventure bike.
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.
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.
More girth at the bottom of the head tube better distributes shock force, prolonging the bearing life of the headset itself and eliminating brake shudder, while providing confident steering performance. The inherent strength of its triangular design also means a stronger steering position and improved balance, giving the rider more control in rough terrain. A zero-stack, tapered head tube also puts strength where the load is going—into the lower headset cup—maximizing bearing durability where it’s needed.
Tubeless rims allow for tires with more puncture resistance; the ability to run lower tire pressure, which provides better tire grip on the trail; lower rolling resistance; and weight savings over traditional tube and tire systems.
12x142mm, 12x148 and 12x157 rear axle standards provide two major advantages to the Kona rider: the 12mm diameter of the rear axle provides the rear hub and frame with a stiff interface, while the 142/148/157mm outer diameter of the hub allows the wheel to be quickly and properly positioned in the frame before the rear axle is inserted. For 2017, you’ll see the 12x148 Boost standard in the mix. Boost spacing provides more tire clearance at the chainstay yoke, while the rear wheel is stiffer and more durable relative to a 12x142 thru-axle.
Frame Material | Kona 6061 Aluminum Butted |
Sizes | 50, 52, 54, 56, 58 |
Rear Shock | n/a |
Fork | Kona Verso Full Carbon Flat Mount Disc |
Crankarms | SRAM Apex |
Chainrings | 40t X-Sync |
B/B | SRAM GXP 68mm |
Pedals | n/a |
Chain | SRAM PC1110 |
Cassette | SRAM PG1130 11-42t 11spd |
Chainguide | n/a |
F/D | n/a |
R/D | SRAM Apex |
Shifters | SRAM Apex |
Brake Calipers | TRP HDC711C Mechanical / Hydraulic |
Front Brake Rotor | TRP TR160mm |
Rear Brake Rotor | TRP TR160mm |
Brake Levers | SRAM Apex |
Headset | FSA No.57B |
Handlebar | Kona Road |
Stem | Kona Road |
Seatpost | Kona Thumb w/Offset 31.6mm |
Seat Clamp | Kona Clamp |
Grips | Kona Cork Tape |
Saddle | WTB Volt |
Front Hub | Formula 100x12mm |
Rear Hub | Formula 142x12mm |
Spokes | Stainless Black 14g |
Rims | WTB ST i23 TCS 2.0 |
Front Tire | WTB Riddler TCS 700x45c |
Rear Tire | WTB Riddler TCS 700x45c |
Paint Color | Gloss Metallic Green w/ Gloss Black Forest & Indicator Yellow Decals |
Extras | n/a |
All specifications are subject to change without notice
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