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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 2012 Kona Jake The Snake and 2011 Kona Jake the Snake.

  2. Gearing

    2012 Kona Jake The Snake has a 18% lower climbing ratio than 2011 Kona Jake the Snake.

    A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.

Gearing comparison

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

RPM

RPM = pedal turns per minute.

2012 Kona Jake The Snake46/36T · 11–28T · 10-speed
Lowest1.29:1Highest4.18:1Total range325%

Speed unavailable: wheel or tire size is missing or unclear.

2011 Kona Jake the Snake48/39T · 12–25T · 9-speed
Lowest1.56:1Highest4.00:1Total range256%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear11.4 mphHighest gear29.2 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
2012 Kona Jake The Snake
2011 Kona Jake the Snake
Overview
Model Year
2012
2011
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Jake The Snake
Jake the Snake
Bicycle Type
Cyclocross
Cyclocross
Original MSRP
Not documented
$1,099.00
Colors
Green/Black
Gold, Green
Sizes
47cm, 49cm, 53cm, 56cm, 59cm, 61cm
49cm, 52cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm, 60cm
Weight
—
22.7 lb
Frameset
Frame Construction
—
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Kona Race Light 7005 Aluminum
Easton Ultralite Race
Fork
Kona CX Full Carbon Race
Kona Project Two TB
Fork Material
—
Chromoly, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
—
Cyclocross Mix
Shifters
Shimano 105 STI 10spd
Shimano 105 STI Dual Control
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105
Shimano 105, bottom-pull/clamp-on
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra
Shimano 105
Crankset
FSA Gossamer 46/36t
TruVativ Elita Cross, 39/48 teeth
Bottom Bracket
FSA press fit
TruVativ GIGA pipe SL
BB Shell Width
—
68mm English
Cassette
Shimano 105 10spd 11-28t
—
Rear Cogs
—
9-speed, 12 - 25 teeth
Chain
Shimano 105
Shimano CN-HG53, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
—
Shimano PD-M505 SPD
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Shorty 6
Avid Shorty 4 brakes, Shimano 105 STI Dual Control levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
FSA No. 57-B
1 1/8" threadless Aheadset STS
Handlebar
Kona Road Bar
Easton Road bar
Stem
Kona Road Stem
Easton EA50
Saddle
WTB Valcon Race
SDG-Kona Slim Jim
Seatpost
Kona Double Clamp
Easton
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
—
Front: Shimano Deore, Rear: Shimano 105
Rims
Shimano RS10A
Mavic MA3
Spokes
—
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Spoke Nipples
—
Brass nipples
Front Tire
Maxxis Mud Wrestler 700x35c
700 x 35c Nokian Ravagozzi Cross
Wheel Size
—
700c wheels

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

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