Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report2018 Kona Blast · 2019 Kona Blast
| Specification | 2018 Kona Blast | 2019 Kona Blast |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 2018 | 2019 |
| Brand | Kona | Kona |
| Model | Blast | Blast |
| Bicycle type | Mountain | Mountain |
| Archive ID | 900003152 | 900003151 |
| Colors | Matt Charcoal & Black w/ Black & Orange Decals | Matt Desert Tan w/ Charcoal & Brick Decals |
| Sizes | XS (26"); S; M; L; XL | S; M; L; XL |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | Kona Race Light 6061 Aluminum Butted | Kona Race Light 6061 Aluminum Butted |
| Frame material | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Fork | RockShox 30 Silver TK Solo Air 100mm | RockShox 30 Silver TK Solo Air 100mm |
| Rear shock | n/a | n/a |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Shifters | Shimano Altus | Shimano Deore |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Alivio | n/a |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Deore | Shimano Deore |
| Crankset | Shimano Alivio; Chainring: 22/30/40t | FSA Alpha Drive 1x; Chainring: 28t |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano ES300 | FSA 7420 |
| Cassette | Shimano HG200 11-34t 9spd | Shimano Deore 11-42t 10spd |
| Chain | KMC X9 | KMC X10 |
| Pedals | Kona JS2 | Kona JS2 |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Brake Calipers: Shimano Hydraulic; Front Brake Rotor: Shimano RT10 180mm (centerlock); Rear Brake Rotor: Shimano RT10 160mm (centerlock); Brake Levers: Shimano Hydraulic | Brake Calipers: Shimano Hydraulic; Front Brake Rotor: Shimano RT10 180mm (centerlock); Rear Brake Rotor: Shimano RT10 160mm (centerlock); Brake Levers: Shimano Hydraulic |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | FSA No.57B | FSA No.57B |
| Handlebar | Kona XC/BC Riser | Kona XC/BC Riser |
| Stem | Kona XC | Kona XC |
| Saddle | Kona XC | Kona XC |
| Seatpost | Kona Thumb 31.6mm | Kona Thumb 31.6mm |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | (F) Formula 100x9mm / (R) Shimano 135x10mm | (F) Formula 100x9mm (centerlock) / (R) Shimano 135x10mm (centerlock) |
| Rims | WTB STP I25 | WTB ST I29 TCS |
| Spokes | Sandvik Stainless Black 15g fr / 14g rr | Sandvik Stainless Black 15g fr / 14g rr |
| Front tire | Schwalbe Nobby Nic 27.5/26x2.25" | WTB Trail Boss 27.5x2.25" |
| Rear tire | Schwalbe Nobby Nic 27.5/26x2.25" | WTB Trail Boss 27.5x2.25" |
| Wheel size | 26" | 27.5" |
One selected size or frame position per bicycle, matching the comparison dropdown choices used when Print / PDF was opened.
| Measurement | 2018 Kona Blast | 2019 Kona Blast |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | M | M |
| Reach | 427 mm | 427 mm |
| Stack | 601 mm | 601 mm |
| Head-tube angle | 68.5° | 68.5° |
| Seat-tube angle | 74° | 74° |
| Seat tube | 420 mm | 420 mm |
| Head tube | 115 mm | 115 mm |
| Chainstay / rear center | 435 mm | 435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1121 mm | 1121 mm |
| Bottom-bracket drop | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Bottom-bracket height | 304 mm | 304 mm |
| Standover height | 725 mm | 725 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Front center | 691 mm | 691 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 5, 2026.