Kona Rove AL 650 Gravel 2021 Metallic Canyon 19 Metallic Canyon
The Kona Rove series has some decent all road bikes for an affordable price. With Shimano, SRAM, and Hayes componentry, these bikes are not too bad for commuters and leisurely adventuring. We would not recommend these bikes for serious riders or competition, but they are good for urban riding. Read full review
Kona Rove Review
Kona usually produces some ace road, cross country, and commuters at all price ranges. The Rove bikes are designed for all road purposes, commuting, and cyclocross. If you are a serious rider, though, these are not the best options, certainly not from Kona. We had some high expectations for these bikes, but when we took them out for a spin, we realized they left a little to be desired.
Now, granted there are some good components and construction for these bikes. Kona’s 6061 butted aluminum and Chromoly butted frames are mostly lightweight, but the overall weight of these bikes is just not optimal for cyclocross.
While the Rove cycles take on pavement and gravel without much trouble, the tires are not as dirt-oriented as we would have liked, rolling just a bit on the ride. These bikes are great for the commute especially for the rack and fender mounts available. The shifters on the AL models are not as good as the price tag would have you believe.
+Pros:
- Sturdy and durable
- Rack and mudguard mounts
- Decent handling overall
- Manages alright on pavement and gravel
-Cons:
- Tires roll a bit, not ideal for dirt
- Entry level dereilleurs
The Verdict
A sturdy and reliable bike that is best oriented to commuting and leisure riding, but not really geared for competing or serious riders.
The Kona Rove has mostly decent specs, but given the price and the competing models that are designed for all-road purposes, we might not recommend these for anything other than hobbyists and urban riding.
Kona Rove AL 650 Gravel BikeThe Kona Rove AL 650 is engineered to provides exceptional efficiency, agility, comfort and control whether your riding over tarmac or trail. It features a 6061 aluminium frame and fork with a Shimano Claris 2×8-Speed drivetrain and Hayes disc brakes, giving you reliable gears and powerful all-weather brakes for riding anywhere. Shimano Claris 8-Speed Drivetrain and Hayes Disc BrakesThe Rove AL 650 is the 650b-wheeled companion to the Rove AL 700. For those riders looking for a 650b wheeled machine with all the features of its bigger sibling, look no further. This off-road gravel warrior is armed with a Shimano 2×8-Speed drivetrain, reliable and powerful Hayes mechanical disc brakes, and 47c WTB Venture Comp tyres, giving the Rove AL 650 the performance, agility and control for all-terrain riding. Kona 6061 AluminiumKona 7005 and 6061 Aluminium alloys are used extensively throughout their range 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 they can fine-tune a particular frame’s strength and ride characteristics depending on its intended application. 650b Wheels and Tyres650b wheels and tyres have a similar overall diameter to a traditional 700c gravel or commuting tyre, but with a smaller diameter rim and a wider, taller tyre. The extra air volume in this new generation of urban and mixed-surface tyres 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. Features: Frame: Kona 6061 Aluminum Butted Fork: Kona Project Two Aluminum Disc Crankset: FSA Tempo Adventure Chainrings: 34/50t Bottom Bracket: CH52 Pedals: n/a Chain: KMC Z8.3 Cassette: Shimano Claris 11-34t 8spd Front Derailleur: Shimano Claris Rear Derailleur: Shimano Claris, 8-Speed Shifters: Shimano Claris Brake Calipers: Hayes CX Comp Front Brake Rotor: Hayes L-Series 160mm Rear Brake Rotor: Hayes L-Series 160mm Brake Levers: Shimano Claris Headset: FSA No.10 Handlebar: Kona Road Stem: Kona Road Seatpost: Kona Thumb w/Offset 27.2mm Seat Clamp: Kona Clamp Grips: Kona Cork Tape Saddle: Kona Road Front Hub: Formula 100x9mm Rear Hub: Formula 135x10mm Spokes: Stainless Black 14g Rims: WTB SX19 Front Tyre: WTB Venture Comp 650x47c Rear Tyre: WTB Venture Comp 650x47c Easy AssemblyWhen you order a bike, one of our trained mechanics will carefully prepare and pack your bike for shipping. Upon delivery, the assembly is simple and all necessary tools and plastic pedals are conveniently included in the box.Depending on the delivery service and destination, bikes will either be delivered in a large or a small box. Below is a guide as to how your bike will arrive: All bikes for delivery within the UK and Republic of Ireland will be delivered in a large box, except for kids’ bikes and BMX bikes, which are always delivered in manufacturer’s boxes. All bikes for delivery within the EU on a standard service will be delivered in a large box. If an express delivery option is chosen, your bike will be packed into a small box. Again, the exception is kids’ bikes and BMX bikes, which are always delivered in manufacturer’s boxes. All bikes for worldwide delivery outside the EU will be delivered in small boxes.This video demonstrates assembly from a SMALL BOX.This video demonstrates assembly from a LARGE BOX.Buy Kona Bikes from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World’s Largest Online Bike Store.
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