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Compare published geometry, gearing and specifications for up to three bicycles.

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At a glance

Key differences

Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.

  1. Data limitation

    No geometry is recorded for 2009 Kona Jake The Snake and 2008 Kona Jake the Snake.

  2. Identity & price

    2008 Kona Jake the Snake had an original MSRP $100 lower than 2009 Kona Jake The Snake.

    Original MSRP is the published list price when new, not today’s used-bike value.

Gearing comparison

Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.

RPM

RPM = pedal turns per minute.

2009 Kona Jake The Snake46/36T · 12–25T · 10-speed
Lowest1.44:1Highest3.83:1Total range266%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear10.5 mphHighest gear28.0 mph

Uses front tire 700C×35; rear size isn’t listed.

2008 Kona Jake the Snake46/36T · 12–25T · 10-speed
Lowest1.44:1Highest3.83:1Total range266%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear10.5 mphHighest gear28.0 mph

Uses front tire 700C×35; rear size isn’t listed.

How it works

Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.

Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.

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Specification
2009 Kona Jake The Snake
2008 Kona Jake the Snake
Overview
Model Year
2009
2008
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Jake The Snake
Jake the Snake
Bicycle Type
Cyclocross
Cyclocross
Original MSRP
$1,399.00
$1,299.00
Colors
Dark Green
Blue
Sizes
47cm, 49cm, 52cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm, 60cm, 62cm
49cm, 52cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm, 60cm, 62cm
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Kona Race Light 7005 Aluminum Butted
Kona 7005 Aluminum Butted
Fork
Kona Carbon Cross
Kona Carbon Cross
Fork Material
Carbon, aero crown
Carbon, aero crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Cyclocross Mix
Cyclocross Mix
Shifters
Shimano 105 STI
Shimano 105
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105
Shimano 105
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 105
Shimano 105
Crankset
FSA Gossamer Compact, 36/46 teeth
FSA Gossamer Mega Exo Compact, 36/46 teeth
Bottom Bracket
FSA Mega EXO
FSA Mega EXO
BB Shell Width
68mm
—
Cassette
Shimano 105
Shimano 105
Rear Cogs
10-speed, 12 - 25 teeth
10-speed, 12 - 25 teeth
Chain
Shimano 105
Shimano 105
Pedals
Shimano PD-M505
Shimano PD-M505
Brakes
Brakes
Kore Race brakes, Shimano 105 STI w/Tektro top mount levers levers
Avid Shorty 4 brakes, Shimano 105 w/Tektro RL 721 levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" TH
Th
Handlebar
Kona RD
FSA RD300 OS
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Kona RD
FSA OS-190LX
Saddle
WTB Rocket V Como
WTB Rocket V Street Smart
Seatpost
Kona RD
FSA SL-280
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Mavic Aksium
Mavic Aksium
Rims
Mavic Aksium
Mavic Aksium
Spokes
—
Mavic
Front Tire
700 x 35c Continental Speed King CX
700 x 35c Maxxis Raze CX
Wheel Size
700c wheels
700c wheels

Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.

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