Kona Shred 27.5 - Matt Gray-Orange - 2018

Kona Shred - 2018


For those eager to get out on the trail and play in the dirt. With a durable Kona 6061 Aluminum frame, size-specific wheels, 120mm of front suspension, and a solid component spec, the Shred is more than ready to get a little bit rowdy with you.

KONA 6061 ALUMINUM
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.

TAPERED HEAD TUBE
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.


27.5" WHEELS
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.

Features:

• Frame Material: Kona 6061 Aluminum Butted
• Wheel Size: 27.5/26
• Wheels: Double Wall alloy
• Front Suspension: 120mm
• Fork: Suntour XCM Coil Spring 120mm
• Crankset: FSA Step-Up
• Drivetrain: Shimano Altus/Deore 9spd
• Cockpit: Kona XC/BC Riser bar, Kona DH stem, Kona S-LOG Grip
• Brakes: Tektro Auriga
• Front Tire: Schwalbe Nobby Nic 27.5/26x2.25"
• Rear Tire: Schwalbe Nobby Nic 27.5/26x2.25"
• Saddle: Kona OB