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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2000 Kona Chute and 1999 Kona Chute.
- Gearing
2000 Kona Chute has a 8% lower climbing ratio than 1999 Kona Chute.
A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.
- Identity & price
1999 Kona Chute had an original MSRP $200 lower than 2000 Kona Chute.
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.
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.75:1Highest4.18:1Total range558%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.1; 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
2000 Kona Chute
1999 Kona Chute
Overview
Model Year
2000
1999
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Chute
Chute
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$1,899.00
$1,699.00
Colors
Black & Olive
Phantom Grey/Mustard
Sizes
XS, S, M, L, XL
S, M, L, XL
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Easton RAD
Kona OB 7005 aluminum
Fork
Marzocchi Bomber Z-3 QR 20
Rock Shox Judy XLC, 4.0" travel
Fork Material
Aluminum, triple-clamp crown
Aluminum/magnesium, double triple-clamp crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
Mountain Mix
Shifters
Shimano Deore LX RapidFire SL
Shimano Deore LX RapidFire SL
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore LX
Shimano Deore LX top-swing
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore XT SGS
Shimano Deore XT SGS
Crankset
Race Face Turbine LP, 22/32/44 teeth
Race Face Turbine LP, 24/34/46 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BB-UN52
Shimano BB-UN52
BB Shell Width
—
68mm English
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
Shimano CN-HG72, 1/2 x 3/32"
Shimano CN-HG72, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
Fasten Slalom
Fasten NWL-230 slalom platform
Brakes
Brakes
Formula Mechanical disc brakes, Avid SD-1.9 L levers
Avid Arch Rival 50 brakes, Avid SD-1.9 L levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
Aheadset SX
1 1/8" threadless Aheadset SX
Handlebar
Kona A3 DH
Kona DH riser
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
IRD Enduro
Kona OB
Saddle
SDG Grand Prix
SDG Comp Belair
Seatpost
Kona O-Beam
Kona O-Beam, 30.0mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: King Kong KD-H2 QR20, Rear: Shimano Deore XT Disc
Front: Ritchey Pro S, Rear: Shimano Deore LX
Rims
WTB Laser Beam Disc
Sun Rims Rhyno Lite
Spokes
Stainless steel, 2.0mm
Stainless steel, 1.8mm front, 2.0mm rear straight gauge
Spoke Nipples
Alloy nipples
Brass nipples
Front Tire
26 x 2.00" Hutchinson Alligator
26 x 2.10" Tioga Factory DH
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.