Kona Rove AL 650 Gravel Bike 2022

Kona Rove AL 650 Gravel BikeThe Rove AL 650 is a versatile, stylish and affordable gravel adventure bike from Kona. A smooth-shifting Shimano Claris 2x8-Speed gearset gets you up steep hills with ease while Tektro Mira CX (cyclocross) mechanical disc brakes ensure you experience reliable all-weather stopping power. It is also designed to offer generous tyre clearance for its 650b wheels, giving you a balance of fast rolling, grip and traction across a wide range of off-road terrains.Durable Aluminium Frameset with Wide Tyre ClearanceYou may ask yourself, “What is this 650b semi-plump tyre trend anyway?” Perhaps you are gravel-curious, but not quite sure of how often you'll really want to push your limits off the paved road. That is what the Rove AL 650 is here for. It is the road biker's gravel/touring/do-it-all, go-anywhere two-wheeled companion. It welcomes bigger tyre clearance and more comfortable geometry. It provides everything you need for a fast, comfortable ride and nothing you don't. It's the perfect bike for commuting, partaking in weekend warrior adventures, or diving deeper into longer tours.Shimano Claris 8-Speed Drivetrain and Tektro Mira 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 2x8-Speed drivetrain, reliable and powerful Tektro Mira 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 Aluminium Frame and ForkKona 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 Material: Kona 6061 Aluminium Butted Fork: Kona Project Two Aluminium Disc Crankarms: Samox Chainrings: 34/50t B/b: Eturnity ETN52 Chain: KMC Z8.3 Freewheel: Shimano Claris or Microshift Mezzo 11-34t 8spd Front Derailleur: Shimano Claris Rear Derailleur: Shimano Claris Shifters: Shimano Claris Brake Calipers: Tektro Mira CX Mechanical Front Brake Rotor: Tektro TR160 160mm Rear Brake Rotor: Tektro TR160 160mm Brake Levers: Shimano Claris Headset: Feimin FP-H863 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 650x47cEasy 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 balance 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 balance 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.Please note that due to ongoing issues in the global bike supply chain, manufacturers may substitute certain component items due to availability. In this situation, they will be replaced with the same quality or better performing parts.Buy Kona Bikes from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.